IPL Laser Hair Removal Frequently Asked
Questions
Who is a good candidate for IPL hair removal?
An ideal candidate is someone with light skin and dark hair.
Generally one’s hair must be darker than the surrounding skin
for best results.
What does it feel like?
Each pulse, which lasts millionths of a second, produces a
slight tingling feeling. In particularly sensitive areas, such
as the upper lip, it may feel like a light elastic band snap.
How is IPL different from a laser?
IPL and lasers are nearly identical and remove hair in
basically the same way. Although there are some minor
differences between the two types of treatments. While lasers
can achieve similar destruction of unwanted skin problems, many
lasers also typically traumatize the epidermis leading to the
prolonged redness and healing times associated with that
technology. By leaving the epidermis largely unharmed, IPL-treated
patients can generally return to work or social activities right
away without the nuisance of ointments, dressings, and prolonged
downtime. The pulsed light systems use a much larger treatment
window than most lasers enabling you to have your treatment done
in much shorter treatment sessions. The IPL system is able to
customize the wave lengths to each individual specific skin
type. IPL is also less painful that
laser hair removal, there
are no topical agents used during the procedure unlike most true
lasers.
Which body area can be treated?
The
Palomor Starlux has been successfully used on thousands
of patients,
removing unwanted hair
on virtually EVERY part of
the body.
How is IPL different from a laser?
IPL and lasers are very similar and remove hair in basically
the same way. The Palomar pulsed light systems use a much larger
treatment window than most lasers enabling you to have your
treatment done in much shorter treatment sessions. This spreads
light over a wider area of skin and allows faster coverage of
the skin and quicker treatments as a result.
Is IPL permanent?
IPL is
permanent hair reduction. The average patient can
achieve up to
95% hair reduction over a course of 12 treatments.
However because all lasers target only the color/pigment of your
hair, no one can guarantee 100% elimination through laser hair
removal. Based on years of study the majority of hair will not
grow back, any hair that does grow back will be lighter and
finer.
How should I prepare for my treatment?
Refrain from bleaching, tweezing, or waxing the area to be
treated for a minimum of 4 weeks prior to your first treatment.
Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, tanning creams and self
tanning lotions for a minimum of one week prior to treatment and
throughout the course of your treatments. Alternative methods of
hair management during this time are shaving or trimming with
manicure scissors.
Who is not a good candidate for IPL hair removal?
*Anyone taking or have taken Accutane in the past six months
*Anyone who has a history of or are at risk for Melanoma
*Anyone having only blonde or gray hair
*Anyone who is
pregnant, trying to conceive or nursing
If you become
pregnant during your course of treatments we will hold your
package for you. We will resume treatment after nursing
complete.
Does insurance pay for the treatment?
No, this is considered a cosmetic procedure and therefore
most in insurance companies do not pay for the procedure.
However we do offer a finance plan through www.carecredit.com.
Carecredit offers no-interest and low interest payment plans to
help you satisfy your treatment goals. Our clinicians will be
happy to help you to arrange a
financing plan.
Ready for your consultation?
Want more information?
If you're ready for your consultation to find out how the latest technology and surgical skill at
Nova Cosmetic Center and
Dr. Karlin
can combine to give you.
Then contact our office now at 407-226-0609
9AM to 5PM Monday through Friday.
We will walk you through the steps to getting started.
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Concerned about cost? Ask about
our financing programs available to you.
