Laser/IPL Hair Removal Want to be hair free? Luciderm offers you both IPL and Laser Hair Removal so that you can say goodbye to messy waxing and daily shaving. We have the most effective permanent hair reduction systems so you can rest assured that you will receive the most suitable treatment for you and your hair type. We can offer you a long-term solution to unwanted or excess hair for both men and women that is suitable for most areas of the face and body.
This treatment is for you if:
- Unwanted facial hair is affecting your self confidence
- In growing hairs are causing concern
- You desire long-lasting hair removal
Treatment will leave your skin feeling smooth, soft and free from painful in-growing hairs.
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Light is absorbed by the melanin (the pigment in the hair follicle). The light energy heats the pigment and effectively destroys the hair follicle without destroying the surrounding cell. The Laser or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is placed on the skin and a short pulse of light is released, which target many follicles simultaneously. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area of the skin and the process is repeated until the entire area is covered. For IPL treatments, a thin layer of gel is applied to the skin to help guide the light.
It is impossible to treat an area for hair removal in one session because all hair grows in cycles.
Hairs grow in constant cycles: Firstly hairs are actively growing, then they become dormant (resting), and finally they loosen and shed, only to be replaced by more new, actively growing hairs.
Only hair follicles in the active growth stage are disabled by IPL/Laser treatments.
Hairs in the dormant stage of the growth cycle normally remain anchored in the follicles for weeks or months, depending on their location, but their follicles and associated hair germination cells are not disabled by IPL/Laser treatments. These follicles will be treated in subsequent sessions. This is why you need repeated sessions. Hair growth becomes sparser with each session. All treated hairs should shed within about two weeks.
Most people are suitable for treatment. Best results are seen with people who have both lighter skin and darker hair. Dark hair is more easily treated as it has a high concentration of melanin. Fair hair, however contains less melanin so is harder to treat. Grey/white hair has no melanin so is not suitable for treatment.
Treatment sensation varies but it is often compared to the flick of an elastic band. No anaesthetic is required and most clients describe the discomfort as moderate and tolerable.
The hair follicles are damaged by the heat but the hairs remain in the follicles. The dead hairs shed after 1 to 3 weeks as the epidermis renews. During this period the hairs will seem to grow as they are pushed out by the new epidermis.
The skin may be red immediately after treatment and the hair follicles may be swollen and raised but this usually subsides within a few hours. Adverse reactions are rare but may include a small blister or temporary lightening or darkening of the skin.
Only hair that is actively growing is affected, therefore multiple treatments are needed. Treatments are conducted every four to eight weeks depending on the area being treated, until a good result is seen. The number of treatments varies, and can be anything from 6 - 12 treatments to allow optimum results.
Treatment can be as little as 10 minutes and up to 1 hour depending on the size of the area being treated.
Client Reviews
Gillian is a very highly skilled therapist she was so kind to me. She did a brilliant job on my skin and I would highly recommend her. She has a lovely professional approach too. Thank you
Completed my course of IPL for acne, Gill has been fabulous and the clinic is lovely. Skin looking much better after just 3 sessions. Would highly recommend.
After years of trying and failing to find a solution to melasma, Gill was honest and open about the most effective treatment method, Cosmelan. I finally got the results I had been wishing for. I cannot thank her enough for her help and ongoing support. Highly recommend the fantastic Luciderm team!
Fantastic place. My treatment was to get rid of the 'chubb rub' inner thighs. Can definitely see difference every time I go. Lovely modern clean place and the owner is nothing short of fabulous. She's a master at everything she does. I've had multiple other treatments done by her too. Thanks Gill 😘
A lovely facial by Gill Its a shame I have to wait a month for another one . Woke up today and my skin is radiant. Thank you so much
I have used Luciderm Aesthetics on a handful of occasions and would highly recommend this place for a whole range of treatments. The clinic is beautifully clean and welcoming, Gill is the best around at what she does and the results have been amazing. I wouldn't trust anybody else :)
I wish I knew this place before, but glad I've found it. Today I had a skin consultation with Gill, followed by a session of Dermapen. Gill is friendly, empathetic, honest and knowledgeable about her area of expertise. I felt safe and looked well after in her hands and will be coming back :)
