IPL Laser Hair Removal

At Perfect Image,- We recognise the distress and embarrassment excessive hair can cause for both men and women, and the impact on confidence and self-esteem. We also understand the inconvenience such a problem can bring.

IPL hair removal is a safe and effective way of reducing hair growth by up to 75%,  especially in darker, coarser hair.

Our IPL machine is an effective hair removal system and is approved by the FDA. The sensation during treatment has been likened to hot oil or the flicking of an elastic band against the skin. Whilst not generally considered painful it can cause discomfort and obviously the level of discomfort will vary from person to person. There may be some soreness following treatment, like sunburn, but this should subside within a day or two and there are no unwanted side-effects.

Most clients are suitable for IPL hair treatment but it works most efficiently on light to medium skin tones and on darker hair. There are also certain circumstances where treatment may be refused including:

• Pregnancy
• Specific medication (including photosensitivity or anticoagulant)
• History of keloid scarring
• Active Herpes Simplex (cold sores)
• Previous history of skin cancer
• Damage to the skin

WHAT TO EXPECT

IPL hair removal is carried out by fully qualified practitioners,- Who are specially trained and highly experienced.

Before the Treatment

Two weeks prior to your IPL hair removal treatment you should avoid any form of bleaching or epilation, including waxing, plucking and threading. Shaving the areas you wish to treat is fine.

It is vital that you avoid tanning, including self-tanning products, for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment, minimising any possible complications of pigmentation from excessive light absorption by the melanocytes in the epidermis.

On the treatment day you should not apply deodorant or perfumed products to the areas being treated.

During the treatment

A cool gel will be applied to the treatment areas and your eyes will be covered. The practitioner will pre-set the parameters for the session specific to your requirements and begin. There may be some discomfort during treatment.

After the treatment

The skin may become red immediately after IPL hair removal treatment and, very rarely, small blisters can occur. However, most people experience no side effects at all and the described skin reactions usually disappear within a day or two.