The LightSheer Diode laser is considered the “gold standard” (best choice) for permanent hair removal and reduction. It specifically targets the hair follicles and has been shown to produce the fastest and most complete hair removal of all lasers available. IPL (Intense Pulse Light) is NOT a laser, but can be used for hair removal. It is not as effective and usually takes many more treatments, often twice as many or more. It is important to determine what type of laser is being used when you have hair removal, or if an IPL machine is being marketed as a “Laser”.