The Difference Between Laser And IPL Hair Removal
Nowadays you’ll find a wide range of devices and salon services for permanent light-based hair removal. All methods will leave your skin smooth and hair-free, yet how do you decide between laser and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) hair removal methods? Is it necessary to always go to a salon or can doing it yourself at home being just as effective?
The difference between Laser and IPL hair removal
The key difference between laser and IPL is the type of light used. IPL is a broadband pulsed light source, whereas laser is a monochromatic coherent light source. Both methods target the melanin in the hair follicle and deliver permanent results. Professional laser treatment is a more selective process and therefore the very high energy will focus on the hair follicle rather than surrounding skin. Because of this, professional laser treatments will lead to fast results as well as being suitable to darker skin tones. Energy, frequency and hair color are all determining factors in the efficacy of the treatment, while the light source, whether it is a laser or an intense pulsed flash light plays a minor role.
Laser
Monochromatic coherent light source
IPL
Broadband pulsed light source
The Methods
Both IPL light and laser impulses reach the root of the hair via the melanin. This stimulation has a ‘damaging’ effect on the root and after a few treatment sessions, will inhibit the root to produce new hair. Dark hair and fair skin are the perfect combination to get the most effective results.
Are hair removal salons worth it?
Which do you prefer, hair removal at home or in a salon? Doing it yourself at home will save time and money, but you’ll have to do it more regularly. Having hair removal treatment in a salon requires the know-how from a professional and can lead to faster results and often a higher cost. In either case, results will be similar: a considerable reduction in body hair.
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