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Getting started with FAUSTINA IPL Device is so easy, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it... Essential Guidelines for Safe and Effective IPL Treatment

1- Before starting any IPL treatment, it is essential to ensure that your skin is clean and dry. Remove any makeup, lotions, or creams from the area you wish to treat.

2- Shave your body before the treatments to avoid hindering the IPL process.

3- If you have recently tanned your skin, we recommend waiting at least two weeks before starting IPL treatments. Tanned skin can absorb more light, which can cause skin damage or blistering.

4- Avoid using any products that contain multivitamins, Vitamin B, or AHA ingredients for at least 5-7 days prior to treatment. This will help prevent any skin irritation and sensitivity to IPL flashes during the treatment process.

5- There are 5 different energy levels to adapt to your skin’s sensibility. Start with the lowest energy level and gradually increase to the highest if there is no discomfort.

6- If there isn’t any pain or discomfort, use the device in the highest energy setting and go over the same area 2 to 3 times but avoid flashing the exact same spot repeatedly.

7- To start flashing, firmly press the device’s window against your skin. For automatic mode, hold the shooting button and glide it on your skin; the icon on the LCD screen will flash.

8- Depending on the skin type, severity of hyperpigmentation, and FACIAL broken capillaries, you can proceed with more sessions without needing to wait more time between the cycles.

9- Do not use your IPL treatment on tattoos, moles, or birthmarks as this can cause skin damage or scarring.

10 – After treatment, avoid exposure to direct sunlight for at least 48 hours. Use sunscreen with a high SPF to protect your skin from UV rays.

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How to Use FAUSTINA 3IN1 IPL for Effective and Safe Hair Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide.

Simply check out our handy guide below and you’ll be an expert in no time – and free from hair! Of course, before initiating any kind of treatment, you must find out beforehand if you’re eligible for FAUSTINA 3IN1 IPL, as unfortunately, IPL does not work for all hair colours and skin types. Find out below using our complexion guide if you’re unsure.

Skin Guide

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Hair Guide

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FAQS — Before Use

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Step 1

Remove all hair on the surface of your skin before using FAUSTINA 3IN1 IPL. The best method to use for this purpose is shaving — the light from your device will be able to target the melanin in your hair much more easily this way, as it acts similarly to a conductor. Shaving beforehand will prevent your skin from getting burned or irritated in the process.

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Step 2

Make sure your skin is completely dry. Make sure the hair removal lamp is installed correctly before turning on. Place the head of the device (the lamp) firmly against the surface of your skin. The device will not function if it is not in full contact with your skin.

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Step 3

There are 5 energy levels to adapt to a wide range of different skin types. FAUSTINA 3-in-1 has working gliding and stamping modes, meaning you can quickly treat large areas on your body with ease, while also maintaining precision and accuracy in tighter areas. If you intend to treat a large area, such as thighs or legs, the gliding mode comes in very hand: Just press the flash button once and glide the device along the area you wish to treat, and it will flash automatically as it goes along.
If you intend on treating a smaller area, such as the face, stamp mode is the normal go-to method for this purpose. Just press the device against your skin, press the flash button, release and repeat.

Note:For facial treatment, you will need to make sure your face is clean andfreefrom any water, creams and oils prior to using IPL.

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Step 4

Once you are done with your treatment, you must clean the nozzle thoroughly with a dry or damp cloth to remove any excess dust or small hairs that may have burned against the surface of the lamp or nozzle. This will prevent build-up and will keep your device clean and fully operational.

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Step 5

We recommend continuing this treatment once a week for 4 to 12 weeks. Simply adjust according to your needs and what’s best for you.

Note: We do not recommend doing this treatment more than once or twice a week. Doing this will not speed up the process of achieving permanent hair removal – it’s a gradual process. Patience is key!

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If you have any more questions, feel free to check out here, you will find commonly asked questions asked by our customers.

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Intense Pulsed Light — What is it, and how does it work?

Intense pulsed light technologies have evolved significantly since their introduction to the medical community 27 years ago. Now IPL can be used safely and effectively for the cosmetic treatment of many vascular lesions, unwanted hair, and pigmented lesions. Technology can be quite complex at times, but we promise to explain it as simply as we can. Find out what FAUSTINA Hair Removal IPL is and how to use.

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IPL Hair Removal Frequently Asked Questions.

There's a lot of misinformation online about a few things you need to know before doing at-home IPL hair removal, so we've created an FAQ page where you can find the answers to all your questions in one place.

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FAQs

How many IPL treatments do I need for hair removal? ›

IPL Treatments – How many, how often, and why?? To get the very best results from IPL therapy, we recommend that our patients do 5 IPL (intense pulsed light) treatments, performed 4 weeks apart.

Can you use IPL on pubic hair? ›

IPL hair removal is a progressive treatment that offers full body hair removal - but you can use IPL to treat separate areas, such as your arms, legs, or pubic area, depending on your individual needs.

What are the best practices for IPL hair removal? ›

Follow these steps before your first session to ensure safe and comfortable treatments with results you will absolutely love.
  • Stick to your roots. Stop plucking and waxing the treated area at least four to six weeks prior to your first treatment. ...
  • Shave. ...
  • Ban the Tan. ...
  • SPF - 50. ...
  • Exfoliate. ...
  • Cleanse.

Do I have to shave every time I use IPL? ›

Like any form of laser hair removal or salon Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) procedures, you have to shave. It is not advisable to wax, epilate or pluck, because IPL hair removal treatment requires the hair to be intact with the hair follicle to be effective.

How many minutes should I use IPL at home? ›

After shaving the skin to prepare it for IPL hair removal, all-over body treatment takes just 30 minutes.

Can I do IPL 2 days in a row? ›

You can use home IPL 2 times a week over 8 weeks. That comes out to about 8 sessions per month. After that first course of treatment, you'll likely need touch-ups every few months to maintain that smooth skin. If you don't need treatment during those maintenance sessions, skip it.

What happens if I use IPL every day? ›

Don't use IPL every day: Using IPL too frequently can actually slow down the hair removal process and increase the risk of skin irritation or other adverse reactions.

How to make IPL more effective? ›

To maximize your IPL treatments' effectiveness, you can do a few before and after to optimize your results. The treatment area mustn't be tanned or exposed to direct sunlight two weeks before your procedure. Sun exposure encourages the production of melanin, which can interfere with your IPL's results.

Can you do full Brazilian with IPL? ›

You can use at-home IPL devices on any area of the body where hair is found, whether that means treating your facial hair or giving yourself a full Brazilian, according to Dr. Shirazi.

Will pubic hair grow back after IPL? ›

After a single session of laser hair removal, some hair will grow back. However, it will be finer and lighter than before. For optimal results, patients usually undergo multiple sessions. Each session leads to a greater reduction in hair regrowth.

How do I know if an IPL is working? ›

You will notice that the hair growth after four weeks of IPL treatment will be lesser and thinner. After completing a session of 12 weeks, the hair growth will reduce completely, providing you with silky, smooth skin for a longer time. However, you may have to continue touch-ups as needed.

What happens if you don't remove hair before IPL? ›

If you don't shave before your laser hair removal session, the light energy may not penetrate the hair follicle, resulting in an ineffective treatment. In addition, if the hair is too long there is a risk of uneven coverage which can cause patchy results. Yes, you can shave up to an hour before your IPL treatment.

How to properly use IPL at home? ›

Step 2: Plug in your IPL device and select the appropriate setting for your skin type and hair color. If you are unsure of what settings to use, consult the instructions that came with your device. Step 3: To begin treating an area, hold the device against your skin and press the button to release a pulse of light.

Does hair fall out during IPL? ›

Contrary to other treatments, hairs are not vaporised by IPL treatment. The hair follicles are killed by the heat but the hairs remain in the skin and often become attached to the epidermis. They will fall out after 1 to 3 weeks as the epidermis is renewed.

How do I get the best results from IPL? ›

You can take several steps before the day of your first IPL appointment to ensure excellent results.
  1. Avoid sun exposure: Don't tan or expose your skin to direct sunlight at least two weeks before your procedure. ...
  2. Quit smoking: If you are a smoker, we request that you stop this habit before and after your IPL treatment.

Can you put moisturizer on before IPL? ›

You can also wear a moisturizer that has SPF 30 or higher to enjoy the full benefits of IPL treatment.

What are the rules for IPL treatment? ›

Pre & Post treatment advice
  • Please be aware that we cannot treat you if you; ...
  • Shave Before Your Appointment. ...
  • Remove all Fake Tan. ...
  • Avoid Plucking Or Waxing For 4 Weeks Before Treatment. ...
  • Exfoliate Every Day* ...
  • Avoid The Sun Or UV Exposure. ...
  • Wash off all Creams & Deodorants*

How often to use IPL for best results? ›

For patients to get the best IPL results, it is generally recommended that patients receive, on average, 4 – 6 treatments scheduled four weeks apart. Why do most patients need more than one IPL session? Every IPL treatment builds upon the previous one, allowing the skin to react gradually.

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