Multilux Super Intense Pulsed Light
What to expect
Multilux is a system that has been developed by plastic surgeons, the company has been established for over 30 years and supplies plenty of medical equipment to our hospitals. Multilux is the fastest, safest most affordable IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatment available. So you can rest assure that you are receiving a quality treatment with very rewardable results. At Cosmedic Skin Solutions, we do not have to use any form of conductive gels to protect your skin from burns because our multilux machine has technology so advanced that it has a built in super cooler that chills the area as we treat, therefore preventing burns, blisters and side affects.
We have 3 stages of hair growth and 3 hairs in each follicle, the only hair we can treat is the 1st phase of growth called ANAGEN. This stage of hair growth has an abundance of melanin (colour), and blood supply at the base, it is still attached to the bulb, therefore easy to treat. Only 10 to 60% of hairs are in this stage at 1 time, so each time you receive a treatment only 10 to 60 % will be destroyed , depending on which hair is in the correct phase. If the hair does not fall out... don’t panic, it just means that the other hairs where not in the right stage of growth... they will fall out eventually.
Depending on the area we treat, the hormonal influences on the body and gender, every hair will take 8 to 14 months to get into the anagen phase. That is why you will need a minimum of 6 to 8 sessions that need to be placed between 4 to 6 weeks apart to get the best and quickest result.
After 6 to 8 sessions you will have 80 to 95% reduction. YOU WILL NEVER HAVE NO HAIRS, THERE WILL ALWAYS BE BLOND WHITE, GREY AND FLUFFIES LEFT. IPL attracts to colour, so if the hair has no colour, it cannot fall out.
When we are treating the full bikini area, the mucus membrane is protected by a shield of fluid, the multilux is attracted to the fluid over the hair, therefore in the mucus membrane area, hair will get softer but WILL NEVER be gone, these areas will be shown to you by your therapist.
As we age and hormones change, if you have endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, hirsutism or any other hormonal imbalances. You will need a maintenance programme every 6 months to 1 year, again, depending on the individual depends on the exact results.
We have an abundance of dormant cells in our body, as we change in life dormant cells can activate and produce new hair growth, so after 3 months to a year, you may notice shoots of hair appearing. THIS IS NOT the hairs we have treated, but dormant cells that may have activated from a hormonal change. You will still have a significant reduction, but to maintain the great results, we highly recommend a maintenance programme consisting of 1 treatment every 3, 6 or 12 months... depending on the individual circumstances and hormonal imbalances, which cannot be controlled.
Once you have completed your course of treatments you will be amazed with the final result. The most important thing to remember is to not set unrealistic expectations, and try and complete your full course of sessions to get the best results. The hairs will be softer, thinner or possibly gone altogether, you will never have unsightly ingrowns or razor rash again, the thick dense hairs will be removed, the collagen and elastin in your skin would of activated new cells, therefore your skin will have an added bonus of being silky soft, evenly coloured and firmer to the touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does IPL hair removal work?
The multilux super Intense Pulsed Light hair removal system targets the hair follicle without disrupting the skin’s surface to remove hair on any part of the body for smooth softer looking skin. The energy directed from the IPL handpiece is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicle, which enables the hair to grow. Our top of the line approach to hair removal is safe for all skin types and targets all hair colors that contain melanin. The result is permanent hair reduction providing the most desired effect.
Is IPL Hair Removal permanent?
Yes, hair follicles that have absorbed the energy of the light and have been destroyed (usually 80%) will never grow hair again. Some hair growth may appear after 5–7 treatments but it will be thinner, lighter in color and grow at a much slower rate than before. Even though the areas treated will not come back, due to hormonal changes such as stress, endometriosis, polysistic ovarium syndrome, hirsuitism, etc, we can not control dormant hairs that activate from a hormonal change, therefore maintainance sessions will be required every 3, 6 to 12 months depending on the individual.
Is IPL Hair Removal safe?
Yes, the Palomar multilux ipl is the most sought after IPL machine on the market today providing maximum hair removal results. Palomar was the first laser and light based company to receive FDA approval for permanent hair reduction. Free consultations with the fully trained technicians are available to determine if you are the right candidate for IPL hair removal.
What does IPL Hair Removal feel like?
Some say it feel likes small elastic bands slapping against the skin or mini pinches, while others don’t feel a thing. Though it is not necessary, we can provide an anesthetic cream to numb the area and a cooler that sprays cool air to make your treatment as comfortable as possible.
How often do I come in for treatment?
Since your hair grows in intervals of 3 cycles, we recommend waiting 4–6 weeks in between treatments until your desired result is achieved. Our goal is to target hair growth in the Anagen phase where hair growth is active and contains the most melanin.
How long does the treatment take?
The multilux IPL system is able to treat areas of the body at a much faster rate than most lasers – cutting treatment time in half. Hair removal of the lip can take as little as 30 seconds whereas a treatment on your full legs can take up to an hour. It depends on the area of the body being treated and density of the hair.
What areas can be treated with IPL?
All areas of the body may be treated though we try to stay away from the eye area.
How Many IPL treatments will I need for permanent hair reduction?
Usually between 6 to 8 treatments is needed for permanent hair reduction. If you are not looking for full removal and would like to thin an area, fewer treatments are necessary. Hair will grow less and less with each treatment until your desired result is achieved. Men sometimes require additional sessions due to having thicker skin, therefore the IPL takes longer to pass into the desired hair.
I was out in the sun, is it okay to get treated?
We recommend staying out of the sun for 3 to 4 weeks before treatments for safe and optimal results.