EQUIDERMIS

Intense Pulse Laser Hair Removal
Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is it permanent?
A. There will be permanent reduction in hair growth. In many clients there is a total clearance after a course of treatments, but each client has to be assessed individually.

Q. Does it hurt ?
A. No ! We use a cooling system that numbs the skin before and after treatment, therefore there is no pain.

Q. How many treatments will i require ?
A. You will need at least 4 treatments. Different areas of the body have numerous hair growth cycles, all of which have to be destroyed. On average, a clint will need 4 - 10 treatments over a period of 10 - 12 months.

Q. Is it a laser ?
A. No ! Lasers tend to be harsher on the skin and are only suitable for specific skin and hair types. IPL technology can provide a softer alternative and a wider range of treatments.

Q. How long is the treatment ?
A. This IPL system has the largest treatment spot size on the market, so is up to 5 times faster than any other light based systems. Typically a top lip can be treated in a matter of minutes and both underarms in around 15 - 20 minutes.

Q. How does it work ?
A. Pulses of light emitted from the CACI Polaris IPL target the melanin of the hair causing it to heat up rapidly. The heat in the hair is transferred to the adjacent growth cells that in turn reach a temperature in excess of 70° At this temperature the growth cells become permanently inactive, and the follicle is disabled.

Q. What are the side effects ?
A. A patch test will determine the correct setting for your hair and skin type. There are generally no side effects, but if your skin is particularly sensitive to heat then a slight redness may occur, but this will normally disappear within a few hours.