Frequently Asked Questions

What is Intense Pulse Light (IPL) treatment?

Intense Pulsed Light hair removal is a new and advanced, long-term hair removal method. The therapist uses a hand piece, over the clients skin. The hand piece produces a beam of filtered light, which is absorbed by the hair. When the pigment in the hair follicle absorbs this light, the energy is converted into a gentle heat. The heat results in the damage of the hair follicle. This causes delayed re-growth of the hair, resulting in permanent destruction of the hair follicle.

Intense Pulse Light can also be used at different wavelengths to improve the appearance of aging skin. It can be performed, on the face (not eyes or nose),neck, chest and hands to improve signs of aging.

Can I operate the machine?

Yes if you are a qualified beauty therapist after you have been trained by us.
If or when you require further training, we will refer you to the appropriate professional.

How does IPL treatment work?

In a nutshell, the therapist spreads an amount of cooling gel thinly over the area to be treated. Then the optical head is guided over this area and light flashes are instantaneously discharged on the skin. The whole area is covered in the same manner. A typical treatment session takes 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Clients should be made aware that they may feel a slight discomfort but that quickly disappears after treatment. Furthermore a mild to moderate redness immediately after treatment that normally disappears after 24 hours maximum may occur. A temporary increase or decrease in skin pigmentation may also occur.

How long does a treatment take?

Practice makes perfect but as a rule of thumb a treatment will on average take less time than waxing, Smaller areas, such as the face or back of the neck, can be done in a minute. Larger area such as a pair of legs can take up to half an hour but usually nearer to the twenty minutes.

How many treatments will a client need?

Four to six treatments on average. This of course depends on several factors such as the clients hair growth and skin type. Intense Pulse Light disables hair follicles in the active stage of hair growth cycle. The follicles in the dormant stage are not affected by the Intense Pulse Light but when they become active will be treated at the subsequent treatments.

What is the difference between laser and Intense Pulse Light?

Laser is a single colour of light, which means all the rays are the same wavelength. There are a number of different lasers used for hair removal. Their effectiveness varies with what the wavelength is. Some lasers are very effective, others are not so good, which is why one hears a lot of variation in results.

Intense Pulsed Light is broad spectrum light, made up of a range of wavelengths and colours. This range means one can treat more hair types effectively, with more consistent results. Besides removing hair from face and all body areas, Intense Pulsed Light has other uses. It can treat sun damage, pigmentation on face, hands and chests, small blood vessels and diffuse redness found on the face and chest.

How do the results of IPL beauty light compare with laser-based hair removal systems?

IPL beauty light delivers the longest lasting results available today. Your client can achieve a permanent reduction of hair re-growth of about 20 to 28% after only one treatment. The most dramatic changes normally occur after the second treatment. Multiple treatments (normally from 4 to 8) can reach 80% of hair reduction in various body areas. Only few people may require extra treatments. Secondly it is quicker. The size of an IPL optical window (spot size) is much larger than the laser equivalent and therefore covers a much larger area per flash.

Are there any risks from using an IPL Machine?

Yes. These can range from eye injury, to electrical and fire dangers and are the main dangers people talk about when dealing with IPLs. This is why it is so important that you are trained in how to use an IPL machine correctly. There have been instances where clients have been burned, scarred, and seriously hypo or hyper pigmented. The operator has seriously misjudged the settings and test results.

How much should I pay for an IPL machine?

Prices range from $15,000 to $200,000+ depending on the machine.

What benefits will my clients derive from LED Skin Rejuvenation Treatment?

Depending on the light and treatment time, many people derive a significant visible benefits in as little as a few days. However, each person responds at different rates, some much quicker than others. The direct benefits are listed below:

* Helps sun-damaged skin
* Minimizes fine lines and wrinkles
* Reduces brown age spots
* Reduces overall redness and flushing
* Smoothes texture
* Promotes a healthier skin tone
* Heals blemishes
* Improves skin tone
* Regenerates and stimulates collagen production
* Creates more skin moisture which will help fill out skin
* Increases circulation to the skin
* Helps irregular pigmentation
* Reduces pore size
* Stimulates and activates metabolic function in skin cells
* Reduces skin degradation

Do I need a marketing plan?

Of course you do. Have you ever asked yourself these questions? Do you know why your clients buy your services or products? Is your pricing appropriate? Are you on a permanent " special offer"? Have you set any sales targets for the next 6 -12 months or so? So how are going to achieve them?

A marketing plan gives you a roadmap that can drive action and point the way. We will help you create your marketing plan, free of charge.

Does my salon need a website?

The Internet has become one of the most powerful marketing media today. By tapping into the efficiencies of the Internet, your salon will get more clients and, at the same time, save money over traditional marketing methods. Most of your prospective clients have frequent use the internet such as at work, at university, at home etc. That is today's most preferred method for finding all sorts of information before referring to directories.

Larger catchment area: One of the greatest benefits of the Internet is its extended market reach. You can capture a greater share of beauty industry dollars at a fraction of the cost of traditional advertising.

The Internet is a 24-Hour Business Directory: Your salon's message will be available to new and existing customers who are actively seeking your services. These new customers will range from local residents to out-of-town visitors, all interested in your services for themselves or as gifts for friends and relatives living in your service area. Internet only serves your marketing message to people who are actively looking for your services. People who are looking for Beauty therapy, they get just that.

Create Awareness: Your website can offer a complete product and service catalogue so visitors can research information any time of the day or night. Current information is instantly available without printing and distribution costs.

Tips and advice: How can this help your business? Tips and advice can establish credibility with you as an expert beauty advisor.

Excellent customer service will set you apart from the competition. You can encourage feedback because it will highlight areas that need improvement.

This is just a brief list of benefits that you may derive from having a Website, designed for you at no extra cost.

Why should I buy my IPL or Laser Machine from you?

The answer is pretty simple. You will get an awful more value from us for your hard earned dollar.

Consider the level of time commitment we are prepared to put in your business and try to match it to any other offer available on the market.
Consider our pricing. We are not in the business of driving you out of business. We promise to provide you with quality equipment priced in an honest and fair way.

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