IPL hair removal: Treatment of the upper body
IPL hair removal: Treatment of the upper body
Do you want to shave your underarms, bikini line, or torso less often? At Medicadermis in The Hague I treat unwanted hair growth on the torso and other body zones with IPL. The goal is to reduce hair growth in the long term.
I check beforehand whether your skin and hair color are suitable for IPL. We also discuss which area you want to treat and what you can expect from the process.
Is IPL hair removal right for you?
During a free consultation, I will look at your skin, hair color, and the area you would like to have treated.
Choose your treatment area
S
Small zone
Armpits, areolas, the hairy belly strip, or another small, defined area on the torso.
M
Medium-sized zone
Neck, shoulders, or hair between the buttocks. In the case of a (previously treated) pilonidal cyst, we will discuss beforehand whether hair removal is suitable for your situation.
L
Large zone
Back, stomach, chest, buttocks, a larger area around the shoulders or the bikini line and pubic area.
The current price is listed with the selected product variant. Are you unsure between two zones? During an introductory meeting, I will assess which variant suits you best.
Frequently asked questions about IPL hair removal
How does IPL hair removal work?
The pigment in the hair absorbs the light energy and converts it into heat. I use this to treat the hair follicles with the aim of permanently reducing hair growth. At Medicademis, I work with the Lumenis M22 system.
Who is IPL suitable for?
I assess your skin type, hair color, and any recent sun exposure beforehand. IPL is often ineffective for white, gray, very light blonde, or red hair. For loose, light hairs, electric hair removal, including blending, may be suitable.
How many appointments are needed?
Hairs are not all in the same growth phase at the same time. Therefore, multiple sessions are usually required. After the fourth treatment, we assess how your hair growth responds and discuss whether continuing is worthwhile. The result varies from person to person, and maintenance may be necessary.
How do you prepare?
- Avoid sunbathing and let us know if your skin is recently tanned.
- Shave the treatment area the day before. Avoid waxing and epilating in the four weeks prior to the treatment.
- Please mention which medication and skin products you are using during the intake. I will then discuss whether the appointment can proceed and what preparation is required for you.
What do you do after the treatment?
- Protect the treated skin from the sun.
- Avoid saunas, hot baths, and strenuous exercise immediately after the treatment.
- Use a mild lotion if necessary. If you want to remove hair between appointments, choose to shave.
What side effects are possible?
The skin may be temporarily red or sensitive. Pigment changes or blistering are also possible. Therefore, I assess your skin beforehand and discuss the risks and aftercare with you.
Personal advice on IPL hair removal
Are you unsure about the right treatment area or technique? I would be happy to take a look with you.
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Personal guidance disclaimer
A Fair Use Policy applies to personal guidance, including video calling, whereby medicademis reserves the right to limit the number of contact moments at its own discretion in the event of excessive demand for support (i.e., a structurally higher number of contact requests than the average for our other clients), and to communicate this unilaterally before proceeding to do so. Naturally, this reservation does not apply should complications unexpectedly arise after the treatment.