This is a simple post. The number of laser/IPL sessions needed to remove hair follicles permanently depends entirely on the fluence you apply. That’s it – in a nutshell! As I’ve said before, a ‘low’ fluence can only affect follicles down to a certain depth. So this fluence can only kill a relatively small number… Continue reading How many treatment sessions does hair removal need?
Month: March 2025
Should we wax or pluck before laser/IPL hair removal? The science…
This is an interesting question. Virtually everyone’s initial response would be a resounding “NO”. “Why should we? We would be removing the target we are trying to destroy!!” Well, yes, of course. That’s obvious. Except, it isn’t… A telogen hair, about to transition into anagen 1. To answer this question properly, we need to look… Continue reading Should we wax or pluck before laser/IPL hair removal? The science…
Should we wax or pluck before zapping hairs with laser or IPLs?
Hmmm… Here’s our podcast on this topic. We look forward to your comments and experiences. Mike.
Professor Bill Reid – The “Father” of Laser Tattoo Removal.
Prof. William H. Reid, FRCS. It is with some considerable sadness that I announce the death of Prof William (Bill) Reid, Plastic Surgeon. Bill Reid was a plastics and burns surgeon who worked in the Canniesburn Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Glasgow up until his retirement in 1996. He was a well-respected surgeon for his… Continue reading Professor Bill Reid – The “Father” of Laser Tattoo Removal.
2nd edition of our Laser/IPL Hair Removal book now available, free, online
Following an extensive re-write and update, I am very pleased to announce the release of the 2nd edition of our book on laser/IPL hair removal. It is available here – free of charge (in a redacted form!!) – https://online.flipbuilder.com/rbhw/tlkc/mobile/index.html. Or you can open it with the QR code below. In the rewrite, we have added… Continue reading 2nd edition of our Laser/IPL Hair Removal book now available, free, online
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