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      I’m looking to get an IPL device for the New Year, and deal somewhat with the hair question. Those of you who use one, or have used one, what device did you use, and how well did it work for you? “Do you recommend it for a friend? Or how about a not- so- friend?” LOL!

      Bridgette vS

    • #425690
      Peta Mari
      Lady

      How does the ipl work on facial hair?

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      Hi, hair removal is a topic currently close literally to my heart. I have just finished filming a video on laser treatment for grey hair. Now whilst this is not directly related to IPL (I will get to that) it does show that things are progressing in an area once used to believe impossible. Let me explain:

      IPL – As a process is NOT strictly designed for hair removal more of a thinning process. Most, including myself, thought it was the holly grail sadly again not. Firstly it only “works” on black hair against a fair/pale skin tone. The degree of success depends on the growth cycle of the hair follicle, and it can take quite a few sessions before you can see any real benefit. In truth, it takes around 15-20 sessions on your face before its good. Here’s the kicker the machine used has a lot to do with the rate of success. The one being used currently on me is circa 100K and is multi-functional. Believe me; not many practices can afford that amount. The place I’m going to specialise in transgender hair removal not by design it is just the leading lady there is so good at what she does. The new treatment for “grey” hair involves inducing a liquid into the hair follicles it’s not quick but much quicker and less painful than electrolysis which is the only other alternative.

      I’m amazed by the results after so many years of false promises I can say I’m very happy with the progress being made. I’m almost 60 by the way so it is never too late to try and be the best you can be. In addition, I have just had a CO2 face peel which was interesting (also filmed that process). Sorry for the self-promotion its an effort to try and help people out. The video will be up on our channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/crossdressinglifestyle) later this month if anyone is interested?

      Please feel free to come back to me if you have any questions I would be delighted to help out.

      Happy New Year xx

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      Emily Alt
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      Lots of good advice here. I agree with Genevieve. The Philips Lumea Prestige line of IPL devices is very effective and I highly recommend it. I bought the BRI953 from Current Body in the UK for about $500. As Sophie described, IPL (and laser) aren’t effective on gray or white hair. Lighter color hair (red, blond, light brown) can be treated but take longer. One caution – IPL and laser aren’t safe for use on very dark skin.

      The stuff that gives hair color, melanin, is what laser and IPL work on. The highest concentration of melanin is located in the follicle. Light energy from a laser or IPL travels down the hair shaft and overheats the melanin in the follicle, killing it. Laser and IPL are most effective on darker hair because it has more melanin.

      Melanin is also what gives skin color. The more melanin you have in your skin, the darker it will be. That’s why it’s not safe to use laser and IPL on very dark skin. It can cause burns.

      I’m curious about the treatment Sophie describes where liquid is induced into the follicles of gray hair and then blasted with IPL. Is it dye? Can you fill us in Sophie? I’d love to avoid electrolysis for my face.

      Hope this helps. Happy New Year!
      Emily

    • #425795

      Sounds like a must get once I get a tiny bit of cash again for Bridgette. Should work for me, all things considered…lol! Can’t wait!

      Bridgette

    • #425823
      Anonymous

      Hi,

      Seen them in Amazon.  Expensive, but if it does the job, I will definitely get one.  I shave my chest, stomach, legs and back.  Shaving does not last.  I want to keep my breast nice and smooth.  I’ll let you know when I get one and thanks for your posting.

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