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25-05-2024

Difference between laser and ipl treatment

IPL vs Laser Hair Removal: Which is Better for You?

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What is Laser Treatment?

If you scroll through any of your social media feeds, you are likely to see an ad for a local clinic promising eternally smooth, silky hairless skin through its “SPECIAL new customer laser packages

Laser Hair Removal is a type of longer-lasting hair removal that involves destroying the hair follicle through targeted light or “lasers.” The hair follicle absorbs the light, and this energy is subsequently changed to heat. The heat destroys the hair follicle or damages it, inhibiting the further growth of hair.

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What is IPL Treatment?

Intense pulse light treatment is a medical procedure that involves the treatment of certain skin conditions using the light of varying wavelengths.

The light penetrates the epidermis (top skin layer) down to the dermis (second skin layer) where the skin cell pigments absorb the light to elicit treatment of the skin condition it is targeted at.

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Table Of Content

  • How Long Do Laser Hair Removal Burns Last?
  • What Areas Of The Body Can Be Treated With Ipl?
  • How lasers and IPL work on killing hair?
  • Which is Better? Is IPL right for you?

How Long Do Laser Hair Removal Burns Last?

Laser hair removal burns can vary in severity and healing time. Here are the different types of burns and their estimated healing times:
First-degree burns: These are the mildest burns and heal within a few days to a week.
Second-degree burns: These burns are more severe and can take several weeks to heal.
Third-degree burns: These are the most severe burns and can cause permanent damage to the skin.It’s important to take proper care of any burn, regardless of its severity. Be sure to follow your doctor’s instructions for treatment and seek medical attention if necessary.

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If you have experienced a laser hair removal burn, it is crucial to seek medical attention immediately. Your doctor may recommend the following treatments based on the severity of the burn:Over-the-counter pain relieversTopical creamsAntibiotics to prevent infectionIn severe cases, surgery may be necessary to repair the damaged skin.

Dealing with laser burn marks can be a challenging task, but there are several treatments available that may help ease the issue. One of the options is to use a specialized scar cream or ointment that can reduce the appearance of the mark over time. These creams work by hydrating and nourishing the skin, which helps to promote healing and reduce inflammation. Another option is to undergo a cosmetic procedure such as microdermabrasion or chemical peels.Microdermabrasion involves using a special tool to remove the top layer of skin. Chemical peels use a chemical solution to exfoliate the skin.Both procedures promote new skin growth, which can help to reduce the appearance of laser burn marks.It’s important to note that these treatments may not completely eliminate the mark, but they can improve its appearance.It’s crucial to consult with a dermatologist or skincare professional before undergoing any treatment. This is to ensure that it’s safe and effective for your specific skin type and condition.

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What Areas Of The Body Can Be Treated With Ipl?

IPL offer full body hair removal for men and women for all skin tones and all body areas. IPL use advanced  system for permanent hair reduction.

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The coming of IPL into the hair removal space is undoubtedly a great relief. The risks are minimal, and if you choose premium ones like the Ulike Air 10, you even reduce the risks further. Meaningful results start surfacing as early as a week or two, anb the end of a few weeks you’ve reached your goal.

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Body areas that can be treated:Brazilian (private area)BikiniLegsLip and chinFaceNeckBackChestStomachForearmsHandsArmsUnderarmsUpper legsLower legsFull body

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How lasers and IPL work on killing hair?

Did you know that hair follicles grow in repeated cycles? There are three phases of hair growth every time a new hair is developed, and it’s important to understand that our hair does not grow in unison. While one hair might be in the first stage of hair growth, the one next to it might be in the last; hence one zap of a laser will not get rid of all the hair forever. Each cycle can be broken down into three phases:Anagen: the active growing stageCatagen: the transitional stageTelogen: the resting stage

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Laser hair removal works by the process of selective photothermolysis. This is when the laser beam is set at a designated wavelength. The laser beam is attracted to the melanin contained within the hair, leaving the surrounding tissue unaffected. The energy from the light beam is converted into heat and travels through the hair shaft and into the hair bulb itself. Here the heat destroys and kills the dermal papilla, which is responsible for feeding the hair bulb and regenerating the hair.

Traditional MethodsFor too long, hair removal has meant irritation, tedium, and temporary fixes. Traditional methods only remove surface hair, leading to quick regrowth. To achieve lasting results, technology has evolved to root-targeting solutions like IPL and laser.
IPL uses light to target melanin (pigment) in the hair to disrupt the growth cycle and prevent hair regrowth without damaging the skin.

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The light passes through the skin's surface and is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicle.

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The light is then converted to heat energy, disabling the hair follicle, resulting in thinner hair regrowth.

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With consistent treatment, Ulike IPL eventually stops hair growth altogether.

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Which is Better? Is IPL right for you?

The TechniqueAs we have already seen, whether it is IPL or laser hair removal technology, both use the phenomenon of light that destroys and weakens hair follicles by getting absorbed into your skin’s melanin. Nearly painlessnessBoth IPL vs Laser Hair removal is equipped with mechanisms to be less painful than traditional methods like waxing and be safer on your delicate skin. The Mechanism of nearly painlessness in the Laser is the use of anesthetics while IPL devices have built-in pain-reducing technologies.
Wavelength Used and Its Effects
The major difference between the two, IPL and Laser technology, is the use of different wavelengths of light that work on your hair follicles. Laser hair removal uses a single wavelength of light to weaken and shed the hair. In contrast, IPL uses a combination of multiple wavelengths to weaken hair follicles, shed hair, and reduce its growth in the long run. This means that laser hair removal technology can only focus on one thing at one time which is hair removal. Meanwhile, IPL hair removal has a broader spectrum that can be used to treat conditions like acne, spider veins, birthmarks, and melasma while reducing hair growth.

Effect on the Skin and HairLaser hair removal is more focused on unwanted hair because of its short spectrum of light. So, it leaves the skin intact as it targets unwanted hair. As a result, the effects of laser on unwanted hair are stronger.CostHowever, laser hair removal is more expensive. Its single session is worth the price of a whole IPL device. It costs around $300 to $400 per session on average when done in a professional setting. On the other hand, the price of an IPL hair removal can range from $150 to $300 depending upon the brand you are using.User ExperienceRegarding pain, IPL is definitely nearly painless as compared to the laser because of the pain-relief mechanisms like ice-cooling technology. So, there is a need to use painkillers and anesthetic gels to soothe the pain caused by laser hair removal. The results and effectiveness of both treatments are not affected though.

Is IPL right for you?Because IPL works by targeting melanin, its effectiveness is based on the ratio between melanin in the skin and hair.This means it can be less effective when targeting light colors due to lower melanin levels, and potentially unsafe for dark skin, which is rich in melanin and could absorb high levels of energy.

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