Photoepilation
Photoepilation is a reliable method for permanently removing unwanted facial and body hair that has proven its effectiveness for more than two decades – a permanent reduction in hair with its aid reaches up to 80%. Even in the era of laser technology, the confidence in the procedure is invariably high.
Photoepilation is done with an IPL (Intensed Pulsed Light) device, emitting light in a different spectrum using special filters. The rays emitted by the device are swallowed by the pigment of the hair, which generates a large amount of energy – enough to destroy its root.
The procedure is suitable for both dark and light fuzzy hairs on light skin, which some laser procedures can not affect.
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Specially trained and certified therapists guarantee the success of the procedure and its safety for the patient.
Aestheline Dermatology Clinic works with a high-quality IPL device from BTL Aesthetics, a leading manufacturer of aesthetics.
The number of procedures required to achieve a lasting effect is individual and depends on the treated area, the hairs and skin color, and the hormonal status.
What does the procedure involve?
The therapist will outline the areas to be treated and apply an ultrasonic gel.
Areas where there are moles or tattoos are marked and during the treatment are avoided or closed with a thick bandage.
Each area is treated once or twice depending on the skin reaction. During the procedure, every impulse feels like intense heating or weak pain lasting seconds. The patient should notify the therapist if he has severe soreness, burning or other discomfort. Throughout the procedure, the patient is wearing safety glasses.
The duration of the procedure varies depending on the size of the area to be treated. For underarms it is about 5-8 minutes, for the legs – 60 – 90 minutes.
What are the contraindications?
Photoepilation is ineffective if the hair has been removed with epilator, wax or other ablation, in the last 4 weeks for a face and 6 weeks for a body.
It is desirable to avoid sun exposure or solarium at least 30 days before the procedure. Photoepilation is contraindicated in viral or bacterial skin infection. It is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with light sensitivity and patients with epilepsy.
Immediately after the treatment, it is possible to develop redness and pimples around the hairs that disappear in 30-60 minutes. It is possible to create a brownish crust on places with thicker and longer hairs.
When does the treatment take effect and how long does it last?
Approximately between the 14th and the 28th day after the procedure, a spontaneous fall of the treated hair starts. It is necessary to make a series of procedures in order to achieve optimal effect. Photoepilation leads to permanent hair loss. In most cases, hairs do not grow or are replaced by barely visible fuzzy hairs. In case there are no hormonal stimulants to resume hair growth, the effect may last for more than 10 years.
What is the recommended post-procedure care?
Approximately between the 14th and the 28th day after the procedure, a spontaneous fall of the treated hair starts. It is necessary to make a series of procedures in order to achieve optimal effect. Photoepilation leads to permanent hair loss. In most cases, hairs do not grow or are replaced by barely visible fuzzy hairs. In case there are no hormonal stimulants to resume hair growth, the effect may last for more than 10 years.
How many procedures should I undergo and how often?
The number of procedures required to achieve the optimal effect depends on the area to be treated and the individual skin and hair as well as the hormonal status. On average, between 8 and 10 procedures are needed to treat the person, and sometimes 4 or 5 procedures are sufficient for the feet. These differences are due to the fact that hairs grow at different speeds in different areas, which also requires a different interval between procedures. When treating the face, procedures should be done every 3 or 4 weeks, while for the legs this interval is at least 8 weeks.
