Intense Pulsed Light systems release precisely controlled strong pulses of filtered light that are absorbed by melanin, the pigment in hair. This heats up the hair and destroys the cells responsible for hair growth, to achieve long term hair reduction.

The procedure is in 30 minut sessions.

Most people are suitable for treatment. However best results are achieved with people who have lighter skin and darker hair. Dark hair is more easily treated as it has a high concentration of melanin. Fair hair however contains less melanin and is harder to treat. Grey/white hair has no melanin so is not suitable for treatment.

Treatment sensation varies but is often described a ‘flick of an elastic band’.

The dead hairs shed after 1 to three weeks as the epidermis renews. During this period the hairs will seem to grow as they are pushed out by the new epidermis.

The skin may be red immediately after treatment and the hair follicles may be swollen and raised but this usually subsides with a few hours. Adverse reactions are rare but may include a small blister or temporary lightening or darkening of the skin.

Only hair that is actively growing is affected therefore multiple treatments are needed. Treatments are conducted every 3 to 8 weeks depending on the area being treated until a good result is seen. The number of treatments varies, although typically 6 or more are needed for optimum results.

Treatments can take as little as 10 minutes and up to one hour depending on area being treated.

Tanning and laser/IPL hair removal are not compatible.