Le Maquillage Beauty Salon Chichester

IPL Hair Removal, Red Vein Therapy, Skin Rejuvenation

IPL systems work on the same principle as lasers. Light energy is absorbed into particular target cells with colour (chromophores) in the skin. The light energy is converted to heat energy, which causes damage to the specific target area. IPL systems are different to lasers in that they deliver many wavelengths in each pulse of light instead of just one wavelength.

Most IPL systems use filters to refine the energy output for the treatment of certain areas. This enhances penetration without using excessive energy levels and enables the therapist to target areas more carefully.

IPL therapy targets the lower layers of skin (dermis) without affecting the top layers of skin (epidermis). Combine this therapy with the Non Surgical face lift and you will achieve both the underlying tone as well as the superficial improvement of the skin.

The advantage of IPL therapy is its minimal downtime - a patient can often have the procedure done in their lunch break and return to work immediately afterwards.


• For the treatment of spider and thread veins, and some vascular birthmarks.

Light pulses are targeted at the red-pigment (haemoglobin) in the blood which heats and destroys the pigment without affecting the skin or other tissues.


• For the treatment of age spots, freckles, flat pigmented birthmarks and other skin discolouration problems.

Light pulses are targeted at the melanin in the skin's surface heat and destroy melanin to remove the discolouration.


• For the treatment of unwanted hair.

Light pulses are targeted at the hair follicle causing the hair to fall out and prevent further growth. Generally ineffective for light coloured hair. May be used for hair in any location including underarms, bikini line, face, neck, back, chest and legs


What does the procedure involve?

Prior to the procedure your specialist practitioner should explain the process to you and clearly define your expectations of the treatment. They should be able to tell you whether or not the results you are looking for will be achievable using this method. It is important that the correct diagnosis has been made by your doctor prior to treatment.

IPL treatments are normally straightforward. Make sure the technician has been properly trained and is experienced in IPL therapy and that the facility is registered with the Health Commission..

• Avoid sun exposure in the days and weeks before and after treatment.

• The smooth, glass surface of the IPL treatment head is applied to the skin, delivering precise pulses of light to the area being treated.

• Treatment sessions usually last about 20 minutes. A course of 6 sessions or more every 2-6 weeks may be needed to achieve desired results.

• Most patients can return to work immediately after treatment.

Throughout the treatment session the patient must wear protective eyewear. IPL treatments are relatively painless compared to other facial rejuvenation techniques. The sensation has been likened to a light pinch or the snap of a rubber band.