Review (5/5): It just works
[[VIDEOID:b14cd0f9653d596a9e42bffb8555aec7]] This thing really packs a punch, do not look directly into the flash. OK, with the warning out of the way, I’ll say that if you’ve never used or seen on these hair-removers you’re in for a treat. It’s a simple method that you do yourself in the comfort of your own home. I won’t go into all of the possible use scenarios, I’ll leave that up to you to decide. So instead I’m going to talk about how it works and one thing that I think makes this one a more versatile option than others out there.
So the difference between IPL (this one) and laser hair removers is that the laser ones work only on hair that is actively growing. You have to kind of time your treatments to line up with the hair-growth cycle until you’ve gotten all the follicles. IPL (Intense Pulse Light) has a different wavelength of light and it has a broader spectrum which will target hair follicles in all stages. The caveat is that IPL probably takes more treatments to get the job done, but since this device is rated for 999,999 pulses, I don’t think that would be an issue.
The reason I think this particular model more versatile, is that it does not require a seal against the skin in order to fire. We purchased a different device that required a good seal against the skin (presumably to prevent exposure to the light), and while it worked very nicely, it was a real challenge to use in the curves and crevices of the face where making a perfect seal with a 3-inch flat surface is impossible.
This device comes with a very good instruction manual. If you read it thoroughly and plan your strategy you’re very likely to get good results. I tried to show it in my video but unfortunately, the lens or the camera sensor just doesn’t pickup the wavelenghts of the light. Believe me, it’s bright, and it’s really a trip to see the hairs just evaporate. Just make sure to protect your eyes and follow all of the safety indications.