A. First, book an IPL consultation. If you have been shaving, allow the hair to grow for a couple of days so we can see what we will be treating. If you have been waxing, you will need to wait 4-6 weeks until the hair has regrown. Do not suntan, sunbathe, spray tan, or fake tan for 2 weeks prior to your treatment, as tanning of any sort can lead to superficial burning. Avoid perfumes or any alcohol-based treatments on the area to be treated, and inform your therapist if you are on any form of acne medication or topical vitamin A. Shave the day before your treatment. If it’s your first time, it’s best to leave a small area so we can see the hair growth and colour. For those with blonde/grey/red hair, we need to wax you first. So come in only when your hair is long enough for us to wax.

A. No sun tanning or sun beds for 2 weeks after your treatment. Sun tanning can result in irregular pigmentation occurring in the treated areas. Apply topical after gel on the areas to reduce any irritation. We highly recommend a product we sell in-store to stop infection. Always apply good quality SPF 30+ daily to avoid irregular pigmentation issues.

Patented in France and invented by doctors and scientists, this advanced and computerised salon device filters out harmful ultraviolet light and infrared wavelengths, ensuring a safe, progressive hair removal system.

A. Pulses of intense lamp light penetrate the skin and are absorbed by the melanin in the hair. The absorption heats the hair shaft, and the energy is transmitted to the hair follicle. This results in the follicle being heated to a temperature of 70°C for a millisecond. The hair follicles are destroyed by each flash; the hairs then fall out in two to three weeks, all without damaging the surrounding tissue.

The Adena IPL can only treat hair in the growth phase. Approximately 20% of all hairs are in their growth phase at any one time. Certain ”resting” hairs can also become active due to age and hormonal modifications. Other factors include hair colour and thickness. Everyone is different, and several sessions may be needed. After that, only one or two annual maintenance sessions are recommended.

A. Yes! Most hair will not grow back at all, whilst other hair may grow back thinner and lighter. The Adena IPL is the hair management system preferred by over 2000 salons and clinics worldwide. It is virtually painless and provides lifetime results. You will wonder why you waited so long!

A. Any areas of the face and body can be treated with pulse light.

The darker the hair, the richer it is in melanin and the better the result. The Adena IPL is the only machine in the world that also removes fine, white, blonde, grey, and red hair.

A. For most people, there is virtually no pain. The feeling of the treatment is extremely variable from one person to another; it depends on the concentration of melanin in the skin and the size and density of the hair.

In most cases, there are no visible effects. Therefore, the treatment does not interfere with normal activities. Hair is detached from its nourishment, but it still remains in its sheath during the renewal of the epidermis (peeling). A light exfoliation 10 to 15 days after the session can speed up the rate at which the hair falls out.

A. IPL hair removal is a great option for long-term and large-area removal and is recommended by health professionals worldwide. You’ll also need a minimum of 6 treatments. This is because each of the hairs on your body goes through three stages in its lifecycle, and you can only neutralise a hair in the active phase. At any one time, only a maximum of 20% of the hairs on your body are in that phase, which is why you need at least six treatments.

Once you’ve completed the treatment cycle, you can look forward to a lifetime of smooth skin with only an occasional maintenance treatment. Compare that to the cost of a lifetime of waxing.

A. IPL’s unique design offers you customised treatments according to your hair colour, texture and body location. Any hair (black, brown, red, grey, white, and even blonde) can be treated effectively. The new patented technology is specifically designed for the Adena IPL.