IPL-SHR - Fast, Cost Effective & No Down Time
Intense Pulse Light - your semi-permanent beauty secret...
We offer IPL treatments for pigmentation, acne, skin rejuvenation, broken capillaries, and hair removal
SHR: the next generation of hair reduction
SHR stands for Super Hair Reduction and is the latest breakthrough innovation in IPL permanent hair reduction. When compared to traditional IPL hair reduction treatments, SH R is faster, easier and best of all - pain free. With SHR, you can experience comfortable hair reduction treatments in less than half the time of a traditional IPL session.
The gradual heating method of the IPL SHR light delivery to the targeted hair follicle also means that treatments are comfortable and pain-free. The rapid treatment times and superior comfort factor both make SHR a leading choice when seeking permanent and hassle-free hair reduction solutions.
In addition, SHR offers a great way to save on the ongoing cost and time spent on waxing, shaving and depilatory creams. SHR excels in rapid and painless hair reduction from larger areas.
Anything to be are aware of?
Some people are more sensitive to light than others, so be completely honest when filling out the consultation form.Prior to your treatments our trained therapists will discuss in detail how IPL works, whilst assessing if the treatment is suitable for you. A patch test is essential and will be performed before your first session regardless of any treatments elsewhere, and especially if you have had any recent solarium treatments or sun exposure. You may see an immediate effect for skin rejuvenation but for hair removal, it can take up to 10 to 14 days for the skin to ‘purge’ the treated hair.
What is involved?
It’s simple, you wear protective eyewear, lie back and relax while the therapist moves the hand piece slowly over the area firing the light exactly where required. It takes less than 45min to treat both lower legs and less than 30mins for skin rejuvenation. Most people experience minimal discomfort, feeling no more than a warm flick on the skin. Cooling can be applied after to minimalize this sensation. I.P.L can be used to treat on most skin types & any area of the body (except under the eyebrow).
Are there any side effects?
With the majority of treatments there are little or no side effects so you can resume your usual routine immediately. Slight redness and/or swelling of the follicle may occur and we see this as a good result.
How many sessions are needed?
For hair removal the number of treatments required varies depending on the density, colour and location of the hair. At any one time approximately 30% of hair is in the growing stage of hair growth. The remainder is dormant and is unable to absorb light. IPL will destroy around 15% of the growing hair at each treatment. Most people require 6 to 8 treatments give or take one or two. However hormones and/or previous epilation methods can increase the number required.
A series of 4 to 6 treatments are usually required to achieve incredible skin rejuvenation results. Red vein treatments are usually 3 to 4 weeks apart with a 6 week break after the 4th treatment. Pigmentation treatments only need 2 to 3 sessions. If the pigment of hormonal reasons it usually do not respond to light therapy but other treatments such as skin peels can greatly improve the
intensity.