How do Laser and IPL Hair Removal Systems work?
Lasers and IPL for hair removal work on the same principle: the energy of light is absorbed by the pigment in the hair, heating up and damaging the hair follicle. Through a series of such treatments, the hair shrinks and is usually destroyed, resulting in long-lasting and many times, permanent decreased hair. Both men and women can benefit from this technology, which Drs. Robert and Margaret Weiss helped to get FDA-approved in the late 1990’s. Both lasers and IPL have longer lasting results, faster treatment, and less pain compared to traditional electrolysis. Drs. Weiss and the Maryland Laser, Skin & Vein Institute offer several lasers and IPL systems to be able to treat almost all skin types. Newer lasers such as the Apogee Elite and the Cool Touch Varia allow treatment of darker skin types.
Lasers and IPL for hair removal work on the same principle: the energy of light is absorbed by the pigment in the hair, heating up and damaging the hair follicle. Through a series of such treatments, the hair shrinks and is usually destroyed, resulting in long-lasting and many times, permanent decreased hair. Both men and women can benefit from this technology, which Drs. Robert and Margaret Weiss helped to get FDA-approved in the late 1990s. Both lasers and IPL have longer lasting results, faster treatment, and less pain compared to traditional electrolysis. Drs. Weiss and the Maryland Laser, Skin & Vein Institute offer several lasers and IPL systems to be able to treat almost all skin types. Newer lasers such as the Apogee Elite and the Cool Touch Varia allow treatment of darker skin types.
