IPL technology can be an excellent way to remove unwanted hair, reduce pigmentation and treat thread veins (rosacea and cherry angioma). Furthermore, it reduces fine lines and wrinkles for improved skin appearance.
All IPL devices we sell have been clinically approved as safe for home use and come from respected brands, but it’s essential that users read and heed any contraindications, skin tone guidance or tanning recommendations provided in each device manual before use.
Intensity settings
Home IPL hair removal devices should feature multiple intensity settings that enable you to tailor treatment according to your skin tone, which prevents over-treating and damage. Many devices also provide cooling technology to minimize discomfort during treatment – making your session more comfortable while giving you confidence when treating skin.
If you’re new to IPL, start out slowly increasing the energy setting until you find what feels comfortable for you. This will allow your body to adjust to feeling the light flash – the sensation may feel similar to being flicked with an elastic band but shouldn’t be uncomfortable or painful for most people. If sensitive, use the cooling feature before proceeding with hair removal or skin rejuvenation treatments.
When purchasing an IPL device for home use, look for one that is FDA-cleared and clinically proven as safe. A device equipped with an internal UV filter to shield skin against potential damage should also be considered safe. In addition, always read and follow manufacturer’s guide prior to beginning treatment with IPL device; also avoid tanning during IPL treatments as this could trigger reactions against it.
IPL laser hair removal works by emitting pulses of light that target melanin in your skin and hair, heating up this pigment while simultaneously disabling growth cells of hair follicles. Although results are gradual, over several treatment sessions they can become significant; plus this method is less damaging than traditional laser removal and safe enough for most home users.
The Braun Silk-expert Pro IPL device is an outstanding example of an at-home IPL system with intuitive operation and customizable settings to meet individual needs. Its SensoAdapt sensor with UV protection monitors your skin tone to adjust light intensity accordingly, alerting you if your complexion becomes too dark to be treated safely, as well as warning if too many treatments have already taken place. Some reviewers even reported thinner hair after only three treatments!
Safety precautions
At-home IPL devices are generally safe if used according to the guidance and contraindications outlined in their user manuals. Tanning during or before treatments should also be avoided, since both IPL and laser light energy heat up dark melanin pigment in your hair follicles which causes sunburn; sunglasses should be worn while using these devices and it’s best if 24 to 72 hours pass between each session as this allows the combined treatments to boost collagen production for smooth skin and enhance production of new cells.
At-home IPL devices often include a quick start guide as a reminder of safety precautions, while their full user manual contains much more comprehensive details that it’s essential to read before beginning treatment with IPL. You must conduct a patch test prior to commencing treatments for the first time; additionally, effective devices have smart sensors which automatically selects intensity settings that suit both skin tone and hair colour upon contact with skin or hair; other models offer glide modes which allow users to hold onto handset over their body that flash every half second when in contact with skin or hair colour; some even feature glide modes which allow users to hold handset over body and flash every half second when touching skin or hair color changes contact.
IPL and laser hair removal treatments can be discomforting on darker skin tones. For optimal results, take your time during treatment and be gentle; if discomfort arises apply cooling gel or wear goggles or glasses. IPL sessions typically aren’t as painful than waxing or shaving but you may experience slight stinging from flash heat flashes.
When using an IPL at home, follow the guidelines outlined in your user manual for treating smaller areas. This could involve treating it either in circular motions or sectionally; some devices offer multiple heads which can be switched out for different parts of the arms, legs and torso that need treatment.
Before beginning an IPL treatment, it is wise to avoid other hair removal methods like waxing and epilation as both laser and IPL energy can damage skin follicles already damaged from other methods such as waxing or epilation. Furthermore, treating large areas without first conducting a patch test could result in burns and blisters.
Preparation for treatment
Laser and IPL (intense pulsed light) hair removal treatments are popular cosmetic services available at salons, medi-spas and clinics – but did you know they can also be purchased as mini versions for use at home?
Laser and IPL devices emit light energy that is absorbed by melanin pigment in hair and skin, and then converted to heat that destroys hair follicles, thus preventing new hair growth. Furthermore, both devices help reduce redness, freckles, vascular lesions and pigmentation issues by effectively targeting melanin-containing areas.
Before embarking on an at-home laser or IPL treatment regimen, it is crucial that your skin is in pristine condition for maximum efficacy. Any changes in pigmentation could impede its effectiveness; to maximize success with treatments it is advised that sunbathing and artificial sunlight be avoided for at least 3 weeks prior to commencing sessions.
So that you achieve maximum effectiveness from our treatments, for best results we suggest following a regimented schedule of treatments, using intensity settings recommended during your clinical patch test. A series of 4 to 12 treatments should suffice before reaching desired smooth skin levels – we then advise regular follow-up sessions at 1- to 2-month intervals thereafter.
Preserving and caring for your skin during and following IPL or laser treatments is also paramount to successful outcomes. Make an investment in some high-quality SPF creams, wear loose clothing and use loose fitting accessories. This will help minimize side effects such as redness or swelling caused by IPL/laser devices using intense light energy.
Before beginning any treatment session, be sure that your device is operating as intended. Check its flash window to see if it is broken or clear and only use it if certain it is safe to do so – otherwise unplug and seek advice immediately.
Post-treatment care
After your treatment is complete, allow the skin to heal properly. Your area may appear as though you were sunburned – reddish-pinkish in color with dry or scaly areas; this is a normal reaction to light exposure that should fade within hours. We advise applying a cooling gel such as Voltaren or other anti-inflammatory products like it to accelerate skin healing & ease any discomfort; avoid picking at treated areas as this could damage hair follicles permanently and also experience small bumps & swellings which should subside over time.
Your treatment must take place when all hair is in its natural growth cycle; to maximize effectiveness of laser/IPL treatments (usually six), several sessions must be completed as only active growth phase hair can be destroyed by it. After completion of all courses (typically six), some fine hairs may still remain but typically 80-90% will have died off and won’t return.
As IPL/ laser hair removal works by targeting pigment in your skin tone, the technology must match up perfectly with that of the hair you wish to remove in order for it to work effectively. Furthermore, regular tanning bed users and those exposed to sunlight during IPL/ laser treatments should avoid proceeding as light can react with melanin in their bodies and cause blistering if exposed too frequently during these treatments.
At-home IPL/ laser hair removal devices should be clinically-proven safe for home use and come equipped with comprehensive user manuals that detail contraindications and skin tone guidance. Furthermore, these expert brands develop and enhance their own technology and devices instead of buying in cheap white-label units from generic vendors. Before making your purchase, always consult the user manual carefully for maximum effectiveness and to avoid potential danger.
