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The world’s fastest and most efficient IPL technology The Sheerwave® IPL 360 is a non-invasive device for quickly and painlessly achieving a younger, more uniform or hair-free-looking skin. This exclusive patented technology is effective on a wide variety of skin types and on all hair colors whether light or dark without ever causing any burns. Remarkable results can be seen from the very first treatment. Reduce the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation spots, redness, symptoms of acne, or even unpleasant hair with the Sheerwave® IPL 360. 

Remove unwanted hair with a treatment that is quick, precise, and virtually painless. Our laser hair removal system provides revolutionary comfort through a built-in cooling feature. This versatile treatment can be used anywhere unwanted hair is found on the face or body, the treatment is effective for all skin tones!

Since every client is unique, if you are considering laser hair removal we encourage you to call or text at 630-901-5855 and book a complimentary consultation with one of our highly-trained clinicians.  They will be able to review your medical history, answer any additional questions you may have, and give you a personalized assessment of how we can help you to reach your hair removal goals.

 Permanently reduces 10%-15% of hair per treatment
• Is safe, easy & proven effective
• Softens & smooths your skin
• Works on all skin types
• Saves you time & money by not shaving or waxing
• Lets you say goodbye to ingrown hairs & razor burn

Sheerwave® IPL 360  can be used to reduce hair on all parts of the body including the face, bikini line, legs, arms, underarms, chest, and back with easily manageable treatments.

This premier hair reduction solution is suitable for both women and men, and it’s safe for all skin types. Not only does Sheerwave® IPL 360 leave the treated area virtually painless with no risk of burns or scarring but it is also a much more cost-effective solution. Achieve hair reduction without the side effects.

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FAQs

Unwanted hair growth may appear in many areas of the body. Sheerwave® IPL 360 for permanent hair reduction offers exciting speed and amazing comfort. Sheerwave® IPL 360 allows us to provide truly customized treatment for your hair type, skin type, and lifestyle.

Type of Hair
Vellus Hair – the short, fine hair that grows in most places on the body (in both sexes). It is usually light in color and is sometimes called “peach fuzz.”

Terminal Hair – the fully developed hair, which is generally longer, coarser, thicker, and darker than vellus hair. Terminal hair can be black, brown, blond, red, gray, or white.

Color of Hair
The color of hair is determined by its melanin content (type and amount). Brown and black hairs contain a type of melanin called eumelanin. The darker a hair is, the more eumelanin it contains. Blonde and red hair contains pheomelanin. Pheomelanin doesn’t absorb laser energy as well as eumelanin, so blonde and red hairs are more difficult to treat than brown or black hairs.

Growth Cycle of Hair
Your hair grows in cycles. The hair that you see on your body is in the active growth (or anagen) phase. However, at any given time, some of your hair is also in a regressing (catagen) or resting (telogen) phase. Hairs in the catagen or telogen phases do not respond to any type of permanent hair removal/reduction treatments. Consequently, treatments need to be performed every 4 – 8 weeks (depending on the area) to catch all of the hairs when they are in the anagen stage. Everyone is different, but depending on the technology used and a few other factors, most people require a series of 4-8 procedures to achieve the desired results from laser hair removal.

All of us have hair (either vellus or terminal) growing on the vast majority of our bodies. Individuals who are considered “hairy” simply have more terminal hairs than the average person and/or a higher degree of large, dark hairs. Neither vellus nor terminal hair serves any medical purpose (with the exception of nose and inner ear hair). Furthermore, outside of hair on the head, hair on the body is frequently unwanted due to cosmetic and/or personal hygiene reasons. Thus, there is a large demand for hair removal, both temporary and permanent.

Non-Permanent Hair Removal
Shaving, Tweezing, Waxing, Sugaring, Threading, Depilatory Creams

Non-permanent hair removal either cuts the hair off after it begins to extrude from the skin (shaving), forcibly pulls the hair out by the follicle (tweezing, waxing, sugaring, and threading), or chemically dissolves the hair (depilatories). Though these methods are cheap, they may be uncomfortable. They also do not result in any permanent hair removal or reduction, so they need to be repeated often.

Permanent Hair Removal/Reduction 
Electrolysis, Laser Hair Removal, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Hair Removal

In electrolysis, a clinician inserts a small metal probe into the hair shaft and down to the follicle. An electrical current is then discharged to “zap” the follicle. Electrolysis is very effective, but it is time consuming (the process needs to be repeated on every hair follicle to be treated) and can be painful and expensive. Also, due to the growth cycle of hair, it is still necessary to perform multiple procedures in each treatment area to achieve complete clearance.
Laser and IPL hair removal have become the most popular methods of permanent hair reduction due to their speed, ease, efficacy, and relative cost effectiveness.

The intention of all permanent hair reduction is to damage hair follicles enough so that they will not continue to grow hair. Laser and IPL technology both target the melanin in the hair follicle. Melanin is the substance that gives skin and hair its color. In laser and IPL hair removal treatments, the melanin in the hair follicle absorbs the light energy, heats, and is damaged – hopefully permanently.

Yes. You have many hair follicles, and all are not damaged sufficiently in one treatment. Also, as discussed in the growth cycle of the hair section, hair must be in a growth phase to be effectively targeted by treatment. Typically, it takes 5 – 6 treatments to achieve desired results.

Hair in different areas of the body grows in varying cycles, because hair grows in cycles, it is necessary to do treatments at specific intervals to maximize efficacy.

The treatment time is highly variable depending on the area(s) treated. Small areas such as the upper lip or the chin only take a few minutes. Larger areas such as the legs or back may take an hour or more.

No. On the contrary, hair should be shaved before coming in for your treatment. Laser hair removal targets the hair follicle, which lies underneath the skin’s surface. You should not pluck or wax in the area for at least two weeks before your treatment, as these temporary hair removal methods pull the hair out by the follicle, effectively removing the target of the laser.

When you come in for your initial consultation, it is necessary to have 1-2 days of growth so the clinician can see the density, color, and thickness of the hair in the area(s) you are interested in treating.

Virtually anywhere on the body can be treated. The only exceptions are inside the nose and ears and immediately around the eyes.

Absolutely. We have many male hair removal clients. The most popular areas to treat are the back, shoulders, neck, and chest.

For the most part, yes. However, due to several underlying factors, including hormonal influences on new hair growth (particularly prominent during teen years and menopause), varying individual responses to treatment, and the fact that a small percentage of hair follicles are only shocked into long-term dormancy by the burst(s) of energy (rather than being disabled like the majority of the follicles), after completing the initial series it is often necessary to come in for a single maintenance treatment every 6 – 9 months. For that reason, the FDA requires that laser hair removal treatments be referred to as “permanent hair reduction” rather than “permanent hair removal.” That said, most people are very happy with the permanent clearance they can achieve from an initial series.

It depends on several different factors, including what areas you are interested in treating and whether you buy standalone treatments or a package (packages are significantly cheaper than buying the necessary number of treatments individually). We encourage you to come in for a complimentary consultation to review the areas you would like to treat with the clinician. In addition to answering any questions you have and reviewing your medical history, they can give you a specific quote at that time.

Yes – the system is so versatile that it can be used for both the face and body.

Absolutely – our treatment is effective regardless of whether you have light, dark or tanned skin, coarse or fine hair. Sheerwave® IPL 360 can be used for all skin types and in particular is very well tolerated by clients with dark skin types as it substantially reduces pain or discomfort. The constant cooling technology ensures little to no prolonged epidermal effects such as redness or inflammation and no downtime.

When can I expect to see results and how many sessions would I need?
Individual results vary according to one’s skin type and hair but you will find that typically, hair starts to get weaker and drops off from 7 days after the first session. At least 6 to 8 sessions are recommended, on a monthly basis with 90-95% of hairs removed at the end of that course.

Candidates
Almost anyone is a good hair removal candidate.  Anyone tired of shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair, may want to consider laser hair removal. For the procedure to be effective, there must be some contrast between the hair color and the skin color. Ideally, the hair needs to have pigment. Patients with medical conditions, allergies, certain medications, and recent tans may have an adverse reaction to the laser treatment or find that it’s not very effective. This is why a
consultation is so important.

Certain skin types and types of hair may require more treatments than usual to achieve a satisfactory result, though.

There are some medical conditions that are contraindications to treatment. These include pregnancy, people who have used Accutane within 6 months, and people who are on photosensitizing medication.

A comprehensive consultation with one of our well-qualified clinicians is the best way to determine if laser hair removal is a good choice for you.

Results
Laser Hair Reduction requires multiple treatments and will require maintenance. This is because the laser works best when hairs are in an early growth stage, and all the hairs are not in this growth phase at the same time. Hair in the treated area may take up to 2 weeks to fall out.

Downtime
After treatment, avoid sun exposure for 7-10 days and use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Redness and perifollicular edema (looks like a rash or bug bites) are common and resolve with time.

When you tan, the amount of melanin in your skin increases. This elevated level of melanin in the skin will absorb some of the laser energy that is targeting the melanin in your hair follicles, decreasing the treatment’s effectiveness. Furthermore, tanning increases the chances of unintended side effects such as minor burns or skin discoloration. Tanned skin can still be safely treated with lower energy levels, but this will further decrease the effectiveness of the treatment. Consequently, it is not recommended to undergo laser hair removal treatments with tanned skin.

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  • Under Arms, Bikini, Half Arm, Face
  • Brazilian, Half Leg, Back, Chest
  • Full Leg

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