IPL Hair Reduction

Intense Pulsed Light Hair reduction works by penetrating the top layer of the skin (epidermis) with a specific wavelength of light that targets to reach the dermis underneath where the hair follicle resides. IPL Hair reduction, also known as photo epilation, specifically targets the hair follicle during the growth stage, destroying, or severely restricting its regrowth capacity


IPL is effectively trying to destroy the blood vessel that feeds the hair papillae, by using controlled heat and light sources, thus resulting in hair reduction. Usually a series of treatments is required to achieve long lasting results - This is usually a minimum of 4-6 and possibly up to 8-10 treatments.

When the light is emitted from the hand piece, it tries to detect a dark chromophore below the surface, in this case a hair shaft. For this reason, ipl is only suitable for dark hair, as it cannot detect a chromophore in whit or grey hair. Ideally, fair skin is better to treat, as the light by-passes the chromophore in dark skin (melanin) and goes straight to the hair papillae. However, at laser express we use hand pieces suitable for dark, tanned even black skin. For this reason it is important to know what equipment your operator is using.

What qualifications does the technician have?
In NSW there is currently no legislation regarding the use of IPL and laser machinery. As a technician and qualified trainer of IPL and IPL operators, I can assure you there are many months of training to ensure you receive a safe and comfortable treatment. Side effects are less likely to occur when treatments are performed by an experienced and certified technician. All of our technicians undergo extensive post - graduate training at various facilities not only in Australia but around the world. We are members of w.a.l.t. the world assoc for laser therapists and l.i.a. the laser institute of America. All of our staff have passed the l.s.o. certification and specialize only in IPL, day - in and day -out.
But why are some prices different / cheaper?
Over the last 3 years there have been many machines hit the market that just dont give results. We are extremely fortunate to use only the Palomar star lux and multi lux systems. The star lux alone can deliver up to 70 cj, but at the same time keeping the skin cool and protected. Many companies are offering their treatments at greatly discounted prices as their machines deliver only 5- 10 joules of power, roughly the equivalent of sitting under a light bulb. Our machines on average deliver 20-45 joules per treatment, but can and do go to 70 joules. So you may save money on the day, but really require up to and over 20 treatments.

Ask these questions before having a treatment anywhere;

• What coverage does the system have?
  Palomar probes are on average 7.4 square cms of lens per pulse! For lux g (capillaries and rejuvenation) we use a smaller probe, approx 3 square cms. An average set of 1 / 2 legs takes us roughly 15-20 minutes compared to 1 hour for some machinery. Who wants to waste precious time when you could be in and out in half the time?

Ask the technician questions;