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IPL is not a real Laser and may cause burning and result in scarring

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Laser Hair Removal Systems - Ultimate Light™ or Pulsed Light (IPL)
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IPL or Intense Pulsed Light hair removal is the latest although the US FDA. Strictly speaking intense pulsed light is technically not a real Laser, IPL can deliver hundreds of wavelengths (or colors) in each burst of light with gentle and non-invasive. Recommend it for ALL skin types ranging from white to black and all types of hair except unpigmented hair.

Treatment Fitzpatrick Skin Type

1. ALL skin types

2. Positive results to Skin Type V
   Light brown skin Example: Mediterranian, European, Asian, Hispanic, American Indian

3. The more permanent hair removal is possible to the lighter the skin color and the darker the hair color.

Advantages

The IPL is applicable to all types of skin.
Can be customized according to skin color, hair color, and hair depth
Maximize the effectiveness of the treatment
Decrease in potential for injury to the surrounding skin

Side Effects
Long-term data on safety and effectiveness have not been established
Sometimes the pigment cells (melanocytes) can be damaged leaving darker or paler patches of skin.
Not as effective on white hairs and red or blonde hair.

IPL Devices Available : EpiLight, PhotoDerm, Quantum, Aculight, or Vasculight.

Conclusion : Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) hair removal is widely regarded, but it is not as same as the genuine lasers. IPL can not isolate the exact wavelength or color of light, so IPL can not necessary to accurately and safely destroy the hair follicle. IPL for hair removal may cause burning and result in scarring if not very skilfully handled. One of the biggest reasons why IPL lasers are so popular in the hair removal industry is the lower cost.