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Permanent Hair Removal

Q: In the later part of hair removal treatment, should I expect slower growth and therefore treatment intervals will be longer, or will there just be less hair to treat?

A: Due to delayed regrowth during the later stages of treatment time intervals between sessions might increase. During these later stages it is recommended to instruct the patient to schedule the next treatment when hair regrowth is observed in approximately 30% of the treatment area.

Q: What is the experience with IPL hair removal treatments on men’s beards?

A: Removing male beards is a great challenge with light-based depilation for all techniques. The beard is composed of coarse and deep hair shafts and growth is stimulated by hormones. Therefore many treatment sessions may be needed. Permanent Hair Removal treatments should be applied at least four to six weeks.

Q: Some patients complain of higher discomfort when treating the beard area. Is there a solution for that?

A: EMLA or other anesthetic cream can be applied prior to treatment.

Q: Does IPL Permanent Hair Removal require visible hair growth to treat?

A: With IPL Permanent Hair Removal treatments do not require visible growth.

Q: Does IPL Permanent Hair Removal work on grey hair?

A: With IPL Permanent Hair Removal can not be treated.

Q: Does IPL Permanent Hair Removal work on blonde hair?

A: With IPL Permanent Hair Removal can not be treated.

Q: How long will the Permanent Hair Removal Treatment Take?

A: With IPL Permanent Hair Removal treatments can vary depending on the area of the body. Treatments can take anything from 10 minutes to 1 hour.