Is It Safe to Have IPL Hair Removal Treatment for the Bikini Area?

I would like to have IPL treatment done for hair removal in my bikini area? Is it safe? I have seen many reviews on burning due to sensitivity, however, most referred to facial and neck areas. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance :)

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IPL Permanent Hair Removal works well in the bikini area.

Provided your skin is not too dark, IPL treatments work well for achieving 75-90% permanent hair reduction in the bikini area. Bikini hair tends to be thick, dark and fast growing making this area particularly well suited for treatment. Dr. Joseph

Eric M. Joseph, MD

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