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Dermalogica Hydrating Facial at Carter Beauty Blackrock
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  Price quoted is for 6 sessions.

Lip €266
Lip & Chin €466
Chin €266
Underarm €433
Bikini €466
Brazilian €633
Hollywood €733
1/2 Leg €800
Full Leg €1,300
Nipples €466
Naval Line €266
Entire Back €1,200

How does it work?
IPL hair removal works by directing the light to a group of hair follicles, using enough power to disable or destroy the root without harming the surrounding skin. This process is called selective photothermolysis. It is selective because it targets only the hair and not the skin. Photo means light and thermolysis means destroying with heat. The surrounding skin is usually cooled.

Who are the best candidates for laser hair removal?
Because the IPL's light energy is absorbed by the pigment melanin, in the skin, people with greater contrast respond best. So individuals with dark hair and light colored skin get maximum results. That's why you should avoid tanning before and after the treatment for best results.

Is IPL hair removal permanent?
Hair is natural to your body and it grows in stages. At any given time, not all hairs are growing. Lasers are most effective at targeting growing hairs. In practice, no laser destroys all of the hair follicles. Some follicles are destroyed, while others are miniaturized into fine hairs, and others are shocked into prolonged dormancy. Multiple treatment are needed for best results and the best interval for retreatment depends on the hair cycle growth patterns in that area of the body. It is possible that with a sufficient number of treatments, true "permanent hair removal" can ultimately be achieved, but not for every single hair present in a given area. Be advised that the FDA cleared these lasers for "permanent hair reduction," and not "permanent hair removal," which is advertised by many clinics.

Does IPL hair removal Hurt?
Not really. As compared to the pain from waxing or electrolysis most clients say their IPL treatment was relatively pain-free. Many clients describe the treatment as warm/hot or a slight snapping sensation.
If you do feel any discomfort it's only while the area is being treated. Then after the procedure the area treated may become pink or red (like a mild sunburn) for a day or so.

How many treatments will I need?
The IPL can only disable actively-growing hairs during your treatment. And because hair growth occurs in cycles, only a certain amount of hair follicles are growing at any one time. The number of treatments you may require for optimal long-term benefits depends on the area you wish to have treated, the hair density and your hair's growth cycle. Your hair grows in cycles and many factors influence its growth. Age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet, medication, and metabolism all play a part in your hair's location, thickness and resilience. The laser energy is only effective on hairs which are in their active growth phase. Many hair follicles are in their resting stage at any one particular time. As a general rule, we recommend starting with no less than six treatments. Then after determining your individual characteristics we can develop a treatment schedule that's best for you.

How far apart in time should laser hair removal treatments be given?
Because the hair removal laser is only effective on actively growing hair follicles, treatments should be spaced apart so that the hair follicles in the area have time to begin growing again. If the treatment is given too soon, that particular treatment episode will not be effective.The answer is dependent upon several factors. But, for the bulk of cases, we suggest about 6 weeks between treatments.

What complications and risks are possible?
IPL has been carefully tested for its'safety. Occasionally blisters can develop and, very rarely, scarring or infection. Also there is a possibility of hypo or hyperpigmentation (if this does occur most changes in skin color will fade away over time). But these same effects can also occur with electrolysis and even shaving or waxing.

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