Are Home Laser And IPL Hair Removal Machines Safe?

 

Both laser and IPL hair removal at home is safe as long as you buy a machine that has FDA – approval. So, in my opinion and after my experience I say they are 100% safe. Of course, some IPL or laser hair removal machines are specifically designed to be used on certain body parts. So, before purchasing any device, make sure it works on the body area you want to treat.

You might end up like me, purchasing different IPL and laser hair removal device, to use on different areas of the body. Each device has a different head who can reach different parts of the body.

But when you decide in purchasing your own laser hair removal device or IPL you should check the skin tone guide and hair chart that each device has on it’s instructions. Believe me you should do that, because this small detail makes all the difference. You don’t want to end up with permanent hair removal device that it is not suitable to your skin or hair type. So attention to skin tone guide and hair chart!!

On this blog you’ll find reviews only about FDA – approved machines that I used and own. I consider them the best home IPL and laser hair removal machines ( based on my experience and tons of reviews online).

I think, with all the technology that it’s out there, we should take advantage of it and try to improve our lives by making it easier. We can do that with permanent hair removal at a decent cost. We can have this technology in our home any day, any time.

Most of the products you will find in the market use the same diode – technology found in a hair-treatment and removal clinic. Still, they are tweaked to ensure that the intensity is much reduced to further lower the risk of burning or harming yourself. Of course, in the end you need to be responsible with your own safety by following the instructions of the hair removal device that you buy. Also, for your own safety, you need to buy some additionally products specifically designed for laser hair removal. This includes glasses for laser hair removal or protective goggles, a good laser hair numbing cream and a after treatment cream designed for post laser hair removal treatment.

 

What Are The Differences Between IPL And Laser Hair Removal?

 

Well, essentially, laser and IPL hair removal at home has a number of differences. For starters, both treatments will disrupt the growth cycles of your hair follicles. They will, in this manner, reduce the growth of hair on your body without actively damaging surrounding tissue and organs. However, this is pretty much where the similarity between IPL and laser hair removal ends.

The difference between these two hair removal processes lies in the technologies they employ and the type of light they use. Additionally, laser hair removal is more expensive and uses comparatively more energy. Therefore expect to pay more for a laser hair removal machine than a IPL one. So, let’s elaborate a little on the differences between the two so you understand better.

 Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal technology produces a single light wavelength with a specific target and highly concentrated beam. That target is the melanin found in the hair follicles. To tune the settings on your machine, you need to determine the colour and type of your skin and hair. In order to remove the hair, tuning will emit the exact wavelength.

Laser machine are more effective because they create more heat and direct it towards the hair follicles. You can, therefore, achieve better results with this machines compared to their IPL counterparts.

Similarly, the heat produced by the laser machine will be absorbed directly into the follicle (and not on the skin).  It also makes laser much safer for individuals with darker skin.

IPL Hair Removal

IPL, which is a common abbreviation for Intense Pulsed Light, perform skin treatments for therapeutic and aesthetic purposes. This technology, therefore, is important when it comes to the treatment of the skin – such us in dealing with fine blood vessels and superficial pigmentation. For hair removal at home, however, the treatment is slower than laser machines.

For starters, IPL machines do not use laser light. Instead, they produce broader spectrums of light wavelengths which cannot be focused into a concentrated beam. Since the machines disperse different wavelengths to various depths, only a couple of them will reduce hair on the body.

The penetration is also shallower, meaning that thicker hairs digging deep into the skin surface will not be treated effectively. Additionally, the light is sometimes absorbed into the skin, leading to heating of skin pigments. For people with darker skin, therefore, IPL machines pose the risk of skin burns.

 

So How Do You Choose Between Laser and IPL Hair Removal?

Laser treatments are, however, more expensive than IPL. The machines cost more and the efficacy of the treatment is much more faster. With IPL machines, and more people won’t understand it, is you need to be patient and use it constantly.

So, your choice in finding the best home hair removal machine will be determined by your skin and hair type. Also by how much money you can afford to put into the machine and how fast you’ll want to see the results.

For example, because of my sensitive skin, I decided to go for something similar as IPL, it’s a device called Silk’n Flash&Go Hair Removal Device.I wanted to start a light treatment on my skin and invest more time to get the results and not to hurry. Silk’n Flash&Go uses a patented Home Pulsed Light (HPL) technology that emits gentle light pulses and target hair follicles. That type of technology worked for me very well for a while, but it took time. See the full review about the product here. Then I had the chance to try another at home laser hair removal device, which surprisingly, had better results on my hair and skin. In the list below you’ll find my favourite devices that had different lasting results.

 

 

Best 2017 IPL & Laser Hair Removal Machines

 

Bellow is a small list of the best IPL & Laser hair removal devices. I’ve tried them all three, and also my husband, who tried the Tria 4x laser. Remember that all three are safe to use, we both had no reaction or burn on the skin.( you can check each review individually for every product).  I honestly can say, it was our best investment so far in beauty products for permanent hair removal at home.

 

Top 3 rated IPL & Laser Hair Removal

 

Nr. 1 – Tria Hair Removal Laser 4X ,  for its long lasting results and also, because it is very easy to use and to travel with. You can take it anywhere with you and continue the laser sessions.What makes it so special is that a man can also use it and have great results, as it is effective on their thick hair as well. If you want to know more about this device check my full Tria 4x review here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                         Nr. 2 – Remington Ipl6000f I-light Pro Plus Face & Body Hair Removal Device

 

   This is my HG product for permanent home hair removal. I was so happy when I got it     and i got happier once I sow what this device can do for me and for my sensitive skin. I, personally would rank it nr. 1 but I guess IPL is not for everyone because of the hair and skin type and also because it takes longer to achieve results. See my experience with this product here.

 

 

 

 

 

Nr.3 – Silk’n Flash&Go Hair Removal Device

This was my first experience with a IPL hair removal device. It is impressive how this ‘little guy ‘ has the power to reduce the hair. I had very good results with this one as well, but when I finished all its pulses I decided not to buy replacement cartridge but to go for a new product, the Remington one. the decision was made only because I wanted a device that could cover larger area and not because I was disappointed with the results I got with Silk’n Flash&Go. Also, you must know it’s quite cheap, so give it a try if you don’t want to spend to much money but still get the experience with a IPL device.

 

 

Most important is for you to know that there isn’t a product that works for everyone. We all have different skin and hair, so it’s imperative for you to check my top 3 laser hair removal machines.There you can find all my reviews on the products and see if you are a suitable candidate for any of these devices. In every review of mine, you’ll find a skin tone guide and hair chart, where you can make sure if you can try these devices or not. To achieve the permanent hairless skin that we all want, you must choose the right device for your skin and hair type. (I need it to repeat this last sentence because it is very important when you’re buying your home laser hair removal )

 

 

Are These Products Suitable For Both Women And Men?

 

 

Laser and IPL hair removal products are suitable for both women and men. In most cases, both mend and women can use the same device. However, you would find unique machines designed for either gender. In such a case, if you want, you can buy the machine that goes with your sex. Personally, me and my husband used the same machine, to be more accurate I used his Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser without his full approval  🙂 and we both had amazing results, especially him.

Final Thoughts

 

You must know this type of treatment involves pain ( actually depends from person to person, some say it is painful some say it is not). It also takes lot’s of time. You must be patient in order to achieve this long lasting hair free skin. But it is totally worth it, you’ll be hair free for months and stress free.

When you face with ingrown hairs that can get irritated or form bumps, don’t get discouraged. This happens to some people, it happened to my husband as well, after a few sessions of treatments, but we solved it by exfoliating the skin and preventing it to happen again by using a cream that helps to inhibit hair regrowth .

If you want to improve the quality of your life, consider getting your own laser or IPL machine for permanent hair removal.

We hope you can find enough information to help you find the best hair removal system for you. Also, if you like helping the community, you can share your own experience with permanent laser hair removal at home. You can do that by contacting us or leaving us a comment. And if you need any help please write me. I’ll be more than happy to guide you in buying your own device!

 

Hope you find your right laser hair removal machine and live a happy hairless life!

Andy