IPL hair removal is a long-term hair removal and reduction solution that can leave you (relatively) hair-free after multiple sessions. It's a popular pick for at-home hair removal, but can also be done through professional treatments.
How long does it take? The number and frequency of treatments that you'll need will vary depending on the device that you use, but it's usually somewhere between 6 and 12 sessions.
Scroll on for a list of online retailers, so you can buy your own IPL hair removal kit to use from the comfort of your own home.
Which retailers offer free delivery?
- Shaver Shop: Free shipping on orders over $50
- Amazon: Free delivery on eligible orders with a Prime membership
- Kogan: Free shipping for Kogan First members and on marked items
- Appliances Online: Free next-day delivery to most Australian metropolitan areas
- Myer: Free shipping on orders over $99
- David Jones: Free express shipping on orders over $100
- AliExpress: Free and low-cost shipping widely available
- eBay: Free shipping from millions of sellers
How does IPL hair removal work?
IPL uses a broad-spectrum, visible light that targets the melanin pigment in the hair. This light creates heat that is absorbed by the hair, which causes damage to the follicle and stops the hair from growing. The same type of broad-spectrum light can also be used in the treatment of spider veins. For more information on IPL hair removal, check out our guide.
How long should I wait between IPL hair removal treatments?
It is recommended that you wait 2 weeks between treatments for the first 4 sessions. After this initial phase, you are advised to leave 4 weeks between touch up sessions.
This waiting period allows the skin to heal and prevents unwanted irritation. You should also be aware that using your at-home IPL device more regularly than recommended will not speed up the process.
