What is IPL?
Just as safe, just as effective as the salon, without the price tag.
How IPL works
- The light energy is transferred through the skin’s surface and is absorbed by the melanin present in the hair shaft.
- The absorbed light is converted to heat energy (below the surface of the skin), which disables the hair follicle preventing further growth.
- Treated hairs naturally fall out over a period that can vary from a few days to 1-2 weeks depending on the individual.
- Repeat every week for 12 weeks to catch each hair during its growth phase.
IPL vs. laser
Both laser and IPL use light to heat the hair follicle, however the main difference between them is the type of light used:
Laser devices have a very small treatment window because the beam of light used in laser treatments is very concentrated.
Thanks to the broader flash of light used in IPL, IPL devices feature a bigger treatment window and can cover a much larger area at once, resulting in a faster treatment time.
A full treatment with SmoothSkin takes 12 weeks whereas laser takes up to 6-9 months!
Clinically proven hair reduction in just 2 weeks
52%
hair reduction after 2 weeks*
83%
hair reduction after 6 weeks*
99%
hair reduction after 12 weeks*
One-time investment with SmoothSkin IPL
Break free from endless cycles of buying razors, wax strips and inconvenient trips to the salon.
| SmoothSkin | Shaving | Waxing | Laser @ Salon | |
| Cost | One-time investment | Lifetime | Lifetime | Expensive |
| Time | 10 min | 20 min | Up to 1 hour | Countless hours |
| Frequency | 1x/week for 12 weeks | Every day | Every 4 weeks | Every 6-8 weeks |
| Results | Up to 99% hair reduction | Hair still grows back | Temporary | Permanent buy over a series of months |
Is IPL suitable for me?
IPL is most effective when there is a contrast between the skin and hair, meaning it is suitable on most hair colours and all hair types.
IPL isn’t effective on white or grey hair due to lower amounts of melanin, and red hair contains a different type of melanin which isn’t responsive to IPL. It is not suitable for use on deep skin tones or skin rich in melanin. It is possible to see results when treating darker blonde hair, but you may need a few extra treatments to get the same standard of hair reduction.
You can check your suitability for IPL using the chart below.
What does a treatment feel like?
Most people describe it as a slight tingling or warm sensation. In recent clinical trials, users rated the discomfort of a SmoothSkin treatment at just 3 out of 10. Remember, our devices have a Gentle mode that can be used for sensitive areas.
“Compared to a waxing or epilating, this doesn't compare at all. This is painless completely, compared to those.”
“There was no pain at all throughout. If anything, it just felt slightly warm.”
“I didn't really feel anything, it was just super easy and really fast.”