What is IPL Hair Removal?

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light technology.
It is a permanent hair removal treatment that addresses the issue of unwanted hair on various parts of the body, including the hair on your face, neck, legs, underarms, bikini area or bikini line.
IPL is designed to help break the cycle of hair growth by targeting the hair root or follicle.
Unlike laser hair removal that uses single spectrum densified light energy, IPL targets the hair follicle with a broad spectrum of light with multiple wavelengths that does not affect the surrounding skin.
It works by destroying hair follicles and preventing them from growing again using light and heat.

What is IPL Hair Removal?

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light technology, a permanent hair removal treatment designed to reduce unwanted hair on various areas of the body, including the face, neck, legs, underarms, and bikini area.

How Does IPL Work?

✔ Targets the hair follicle to break the cycle of hair growth.
✔ Uses a broad spectrum of light with multiple wavelengths, unlike laser hair removal, which uses a single spectrum densified light energy.
✔ Destroys hair follicles using light and heat, preventing future hair growth.
✔ Does not affect the surrounding skin, making it a gentle and effective hair removal method.

How does IPL Hair Removal work?

An IPL device emits light pulses that are absorbed by the pigment in hair follicles called melanin beneath the skin’s surface. The light converts to heat, which is absorbed by the skin and effectively destroys the follicle, causing hair to fall out and regrowth to be greatly slowed, at least for a period of time.

It is important to note that complete hair removal is very unlikely in a single treatment. Typically most clients require around 6 treatments however this is dependent on the hair color, hair thickness and colour of the skin.
IPL targets hair in the active growth phase and you should expect hair reduction of around 10–25 % per treatment Statistics show that IPL can permanently remove about 70-90% of targeted unwanted hair after the recommended course of treatments.

How Does IPL Hair Removal Work?

IPL devices emit light pulses that are absorbed by the melanin (pigment) in hair follicles beneath the skin. The light converts to heat, effectively destroying the follicle, causing hair to fall out and significantly slowing regrowth.

What to Expect:

✔ Multiple sessions are needed – Complete hair removal is unlikely in a single session. Most individuals require around 6 treatments, depending on hair color, thickness, and skin tone.
✔ Targets hair in the active growth phase – Expect 10–25% hair reduction per treatment.
✔ Long-term effectiveness – Studies show that IPL can permanently reduce 70-90% of unwanted hair after completing the recommended treatment course.

IPL Hair Removal vs Laser Hair Removal (LHR); which is better?

Both IPL and Lasers both remove unwanted hair by emitting light energy. The difference between IPL and lasers lies in the wavelengths of light used. IPL uses a broad spectrum of light whereas lasers use a single wavelength of light. In terms of price, IPL is far less expensive than lasers. Lasers, on the other hand, are better in terms of efficacy and safety. To achieve considerable underarm hair loss, 4-6 laser sessions are required. To get equivalent results, a larger number of IPL treatments is required. IPL is not ideal for the darkest skin tones. Take a look at the chart to find out if IPL is suitable for you. As to which is the best treatment for you, it really depends on factors such as costs, skin type and expected duration of treatment all play a part. Contact us for a friendly discussion before deciding if IPL is the optimal treatment for you.

IPL Hair Removal vs. Laser Hair Removal (LHR): Which Is Better?

Both IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and Laser Hair Removal work by emitting light energy to remove unwanted hair. However, the key difference lies in the wavelengths of light used:

✔ IPL – Uses a broad spectrum of light, making it more affordable but requiring more sessions for comparable results.
✔ Laser – Uses a single wavelength of light, which is more precise, effective, and safer, especially for darker skin tones.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

  • Laser treatments typically require 4-6 sessions for significant underarm hair reduction.
  • IPL requires more sessions to achieve similar results.
  • IPL is not ideal for the darkest skin tones, while lasers can be customized for different skin types.

Choosing the best treatment depends on cost, skin type, and treatment goals. Consult a professional to determine which option suits you best.

FAQs

Depending on treatment area, each IPL Hair Removal session can take about 10-15 mins.t

Most patients see a difference after the first session, with less hair and slower regrowth.

5 – 6 sessions may be needed over an interval of 4 – 6 weeks for optimal results. The number of sessions required will depend on the treated area as well as individual response to treatment.

Most of our patients find the whole procedure comfortable and pain free.

There is no downtime. Patients can resume their daily activities immediately.

There no known side effects.

FAQs

Depending on treatment area, each IPL Hair Removal session can take about 10-15 mins.t

Most patients notice a difference after the first session, with reduced hair growth and slower regrowth.

5 – 6 sessions may be needed over an interval of 4 – 6 weeks for optimal results. The number of sessions required will depend on the treated area as well as individual response to treatment.

Most of our patients find the whole procedure comfortable and pain free.

There is no downtime. Patients can resume their daily activities immediately.

There no known side effects.

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