IPL HAIR REMOVAL

How it works...

To achieve long lasting or permanent hair reduction, it is necessary to destroy the hair follicle from which individual hairs grow. Well controlled pulses of light penetrate the upper skin layer and are absorbed by one of the body’s own natural chemicals – melanin – in the hair contained in the follicle.
Melanin converts the light energy into heat. This heat is transferred to the hair follicle, which is destroyed, making it unable to produce a new hair. The treatment is only effective on growing hairs as these are still attached to the follicle. The majority of our hair is in the resting phase which explains why more than one treatment is necessary. This technique is called “Selective Photothermolysis”.

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How many treatments do I need?

Hair grows in three different cycles and the Permanent Hair Reduction can only successfully treat hair during its growth stage. Therefore it is often necessary to undergo a course of 3-6 treatments (depending on area) ensuring that you leave at least 4-6  weeks between each session initially, and then only repeat as and when the hair returns.
Hair growth is cyclical, as hair follicles go through resting and growing phases. Only follicles in the growth phase contain hair and are destroyed by the heat. Resting hair follicles need to enter the growth phase before they can be effectively destroyed by the AW3 treatment. That’s why it is necessary to repeat the treatment at intervals until all hair follicles have been through the growth phase. The length and timing of the growth cycles are affected by numerous factors such as body site, hair density, thickness, ethnic origin, hormonal status and age. Clinical studies have confirmed that at least 3-6 treatments are needed, and the intervals between treatments are typically 1-3 months.

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Do I need to take special precautions before and after treatment?

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A full in depth consultation will take place before you have your treatment to make sure you are suitable and the treatment is right for you. You must not have actively sunbathed for 30 days before and after your treatment and an SPF 50 should be used. The use of fake tan needs to be 5 days clear of application. There are certain medications and conditions that unfortunately will make it an unsuitable treatment to have and all this will be covered in a personal free of charge no obligation consultation. 

AW3 Crystal Freeze® hair removal systems offers proven, safe and effective long-term removal of unwanted hair.

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