IPL Treatments

We are delighted to offer you this revolutionary, non-invasive light treatment - and we know you'll love the results!

No matter where you have unwanted hair, a course of Eternal Youth IPL (Intensive Pulsed Light) hair removal treatments can bring you the freedom you only previously dreamt about.

The treatment is suitable for both men and women. You can say goodbye to regular waxing and shaving and for men hairy back or chest can be a thing of the past.

Hair grows in cycles. These cycles are known as anagen (growing), telogen (resting) and catogen (dying).

In order for the treatment to be effective the hairs must be at the anagen stage. The number of treatments needed will depend upon the hair density, colour, skin type and treatment area, together with ethnic background and hormones.

Typically 6 or 8 treatments are required in a white skin and approximately 8 or 10 in a darker skin.

Prices start from just £25.00 for the upper lip, £45 for Underarms - please call the salon for your FREE consultation.

IPL Treatments Available:

How does Eternal Youth / Silk Light IPL work?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) works by selectively damaging actively growing hair follicles and causing damage to its root. After some sessions, almost all of the hair will be permanently removed. IPL is a modern Laser technology superior to electrolysis, is more comfortable, and you will need fewer treatments.

How does Eternal Youth / Silk Light IPL feel?

After cleansing and preparing the skin the IPL is applied. Most people feel a little warmth in the area, while some feel a slight 'nip' sensation. The overall feeling is so light that the IPL may be used on any part of the body.

Clients experience no side effect. The skin may appear slightly red after treatment but this disappears almost immediately.

Unlike electrolysis, Eternal Youth IPL is a non invasive treatment.

How many treatments are needed?

Hair grows in cycles. Only hair in its 'growth phase' can be treated. The rest are dormant or 'resting'. IPL treatment destroys only actively growing hairs, so you will need to return for a number of repeat sessions in order to destroy all of the hair.

Typically this is between four and six sessions, depending on the body and skin type, some dark skins might require more sessions to achieve desired results, area and the growth rate of the hair.

How fast is the treatment?

Large numbers of hairs can be destroyed at a time. So the upper lip may take only a few minutes to cover, while two full legs may take up to an hour. Time also needs to be spent preparing your skin prior to the light therapy and properly tending to it after the session.

What can I expect to see after a session?

The 'best' results appear after the second session because at this stage we've managed to catch a lot of the hair in its growth phase. Also, because the hair doesn't immediately fall out after each session - it can take between five days and three weeks depending on the hair. Three to six weeks break between sessions to maximise the new hair growth is recommended.

What about skin or hair colour?

IPL works for all skin tones and for all hair colours, although brown and black hair provide the fastest results.

Treatment Possibilities with Eternal Youth / Silk Light systems

Unwanted Hairs

Laser hair removal is one of the most requested aesthetic applications. Unwanted hairs can be fast and easily removed by IPL systems.

Hair removal treatments with IPL systems are the faster and most effective procedures to remove hairs or to control diseases such as hypertrichosis and hirsutism.

Skin Rejuvenation

Sun damage and the effects of ageing can leave the skin looking tired and prematurely aged, resulting in hyper-pigmentation and unsightly age spots. Eternal Youth IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments can make a real difference leaving your skin refined, refreshed and revitalised.

Our IPL therapists are also able to treat rosacea and thread veins (known as spider veins) most commonly found on the face.

Treatments

Photo-facials / Photo-rejuvenation

Photo-facial treatments are performed by IPL and non-ablative lasers designed to combat the effects of sun and ageing of the face, neck, chest and hands in a softer and gentler way. The light energy is delivered through the skin removing facial redness, erasing pigmented spots, reducing pore size and fine lines. This procedure takes few minutes and is associated with only mild discomfort and no down-time. After treatment, patients may note facial pinkness, which may be covered with make-up and can resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.

Facial Telangiectasia

The facial telangiectasia, also called couperose, is caused by the abnormal enlargement of the superficial blood micro-vessels of the face. Usually the facial telangiectasia is visible on people with very light skin colour. The action of the sun on these particular skin types can cause a dilatation of the small and superficial blood vessels. The laser energy is delivered through a special hand piece in a series of brief pulses. The light energy is absorbed by the blood vessels, but not by the surrounding tissues. The consequent targeted heat absorption causes a coagulation, which is subsequently absorbed by the body. Different types of vessels may require different laser sources (infra red or visible) for an optimized treatment. The IPL at 550nm are usually the most effective to perform the selective photothermolysis on facial telangiectasia due to their very high oxyhemoglobin absorption coefficient.

Rosacea

The Rosacea is a diffuse redness of the face that usually affects people with very light skin colour. The action of the sun on these particular skin types can cause a dilatation of the smallest and most superficial facial blood vessels. The laser energy is delivered through a special hand piece in a series of brief pulses. The light energy is absorbed by the blood vessels, but not by the surrounding tissues. The consequent targeted heat absorption causes a coagulation, which is subsequently absorbed by the body. Different types of vessels may require different laser sources (infrared or visible) for an optimized treatment. The Nd:YAG frequency doubled 532 nm laser wavelength or the IPL at 550nm are usually the most effective to perform the selective photothermolysis on rosacea due to their very high oxyhemoglobin absorption coefficient.

Top 5 Reasons to Get Laser Hair Removal

Improved Self-Confidence - Laser hair removal can help you feel and look your very best, no longer questioning how you look when you show off a bit of skin.
Look Great - Hair removal by laser can help you be free to enjoy smooth and sexy skin all the time. No more uncomfortable in between and grow-in stages.
Save Money - Laser for permanent hair removal may seem expensive, but over time you will really be saving the pounds. In the long run, laser hair removal costs less than continued waxing, electrolysis and other hair removal methods.
Save Time - Free up your time with laser hair removal. Eliminate the daily or monthly hair removal routine, no longer having to think about missing your lunch hour to wax, or get electrolysis again. Wake up each morning and just go!
Eliminate Ingrown Hairs - Ingrown hairs can cause discomfort, infections and self-consciousness.

Call us to arrange you free consultation and patch test on 020 8529 5280.

If you would like any further information or would like to have a free consultation please ring us on 020 8529 5280. We are registered with the Healthcare Commission to carry out all of the above treatments.

A consultation is required for all treatments.

A deposit is required for all treatments and a debit/credit card required for confirmation of all bookings.

Discounts available on more than one treatment.

Cancellation Policy

We reserve the right to charge a cancellation fee for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the treatment time.

Clients will be advised of all charges prior to treatment.