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IPL Hair Removal
Until
now the only options for removing unwanted hair were smelly hair
removal creams, sharp razors, stinging wax or painful electrolysis
needles. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), an advanced approach to
beautiful skin, provides the ultimate solution. Our spa performs IPL Hair Removal for patients in our region for permanent hair
reduction. Now, men and women alike will be pleased with the
results made possible by our process. |
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What is
the IPL Hair Removal process?
The IPL
process uses intense pulsed light to gently remove
unwanted hair, putting an end to routine shaving and
waxing. IPL treatments leave your skin looking and
feeling smoother and silkier. This patented
technology transcends the older, painful hair
removal treatments to deliver long lasting results.
IPL's wide beam treats larger areas such as the
back, shoulders, arms, legs and face rather than
treating one hair at a time. Best of all, IPL
treatments are a safe, fast, gentle and effective
method for hair removal. |
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How does the IPL
process differ from electrolysis and laser
hair removal?
Electrolysis is a
much slower process. With electrolysis, a
needle is actually inserted into each hair
follicle, one at a time. Once inserted, an
electric shock burns the follicle to retard
growth.
IPL hair removal
treatments only use intense pulsed light
energy. This is unique because it is
relatively painless and unlike the standard laser
hair removal process, IPL works equally well
on most skin pigmentations without removing
any of the pigment. IPL hair removal can
also safely and effectively eliminate hair
of all colors: blond, red, brown, black, and
even white.
With the IPL
process, we can gently treat hair in
sensitive areas such as the lip or nipples
while maintaining a healthy, normal
appearance of the surrounding tissue.
Treatments can last
from a few minutes to a few hours depending
on the size of the area being treated. IPL
hair removal treatments are relatively
painless, yet effective. |
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What are the
benefits of IPL Hair removal?
~Larger areas may be
treated at one time.
~It works equally
well with light or dark hair and skin.
~There is less chance
for scarring and pigmentation change.
~Less pain and
discomfort compared to other hair removal
treatments.
~Combines the speed
of shaving with the lasting results promised
by electrolysis.
~IPL is effective on
almost any area of the body where smoother,
younger-looking, hair-free skin is desired. |
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How many
treatments will I need?
The number
of treatments you may require for
optimal long-term benefits depends
on the area you wish to have
treated, the hair density and your
hair's growth cycle. Your hair grows
in cycles and many factors influence
it's growth. Age, ethnicity,
weight, hormones, diet, medication
and metabolism all play a part in
your hair's location, thickness and
resilience.
IPL slows
the growing capacity of follicles in
the growth cycle at the time of the
treatment. Since some hair
follicles may enter their growth
cycle after your treatment, three or
four treatments may be required to
deliver optimal results.
Note:
Removing hair does not make it grow
back thicker, darker or quicker; the
opposite is usually the case. IPL
treatments may cause hair to come
back slower and thinner. |
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Following
Your Treatment
After we
perform your IPL Hair Removal
treatment, the area is cleansed and
you can return to your normal
activities immediately.
Our technician may recommend that
you use a specially formulated skin
care product line or prescribe a
skin care regime especially
formulated for your skin type. The
use of sun screen is recommended on
any treated areas exposed to the
sun.
Find out if
you could benefit from this
procedure. Schedule your
consultation with Melinda's Day Spa
today. |
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IPL Skin
Rejuvenation |
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Fotofacial (Photofacial)
Every
year, millions of patients complain of skin problems
including fine lines and wrinkles, persistent red
complexion, sun spots, acne scars, large pores and
other blemishes. Intense pulsed light is a,
non-ablative technique to treat the conditions
described above and is also called photorejuvenation. |
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How does IPL (Fotofacial)
work?
The Syneron Aurora
device works through a combination of two
modalities: Radio frequency to preheat the
tissue and an intense pulsed light source
with selected wavelengths to penetrate
deeper into the skin's surface and cause
subdermal skin tightening. This process is
called skin rejuvenation.
The IPL hand piece
delivers high intensity pulses of broadband
light that is different from the narrow band
light of lasers. IPL, which stands for
intensed pulsed light, is non-ablative,
meaning that is does not damage the surface
of the skin. The intense light is delivered
to the deeper parts of the skin (dermis) and
leaves the superficial aspect of the skin
(epidermis) untouched.
The visible light
energy is absorbed by the pigment in the
skin's surface, while the RF energy
stimulates the production of collagen (which
supports the skin) from within. This
FotoFacial RF can be used to rejuvenate the
skin of the face, neck, chest and arms. |
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What are
IPL’s advantages?
As discussed
above, IPL does not damage the skin
surface, therefore, there is
virtually no recovery time.
Treatments take approximately 30-45
minutes. Patients can apply makeup
before leaving the office and return
to work the same day. There is also
minimal pain with IPL, unlike laser
or radiofrequency resurfacing which
both require topical anesthetic.
Also, with IPL, a larger area can be
treated at one time than with
standard laser
treatments. The FotoFacial RF results
are progressive and provide lasting
results. |
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What are
IPL’s disadvantages?
Given that
there is little damage to the skin
surface, several treatments may be
required to see the desired effect.
For best results, approximately 4-6
treatments, spaced 3 weeks apart,
are needed. Side effects can
include transient redness and
increased or decreased pigment in
the treated area. Minimizing sun
exposure can reduce these side
effects. |
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What
about the results?
The
results are progressive and
with each treatment you will
be more pleased. Your skin
will be smoother, and your
complexion and skin color
will begin to look more
even. Fine lines and
wrinkles will gradually
smooth out. Dark spots and
broken vessels will begin to
fade away. Since you will
continue to age, maintenance
treatments may prevent the
return of your symptoms. |
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Following Your
Treatment
Dark spots and small
blood vessels may
seem to appear
darker, but they
will begin to fade
after several days.
Your technician may
recommend that you
use a specially
formulated skin care
product line or
prescribe a skin
care regime
especially
formulated for your
skin type after you
treatment. The use
of sunscreen is
recommended on any
treated areas
exposed to the sun. |
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How much does IPL
cost?
Prices usually
vary according to
the IPL treatment
size. The average
cost for a
FotoFacial/IPL is
$350 - $600 each
treatment, depending
on the body part.
Find out if
you could benefit from this
procedure. Schedule your
consultation with Melinda's Day Spa
today. |
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