Is IPL or Laser Best for Facial Hair Removal?

A wide variety of medical lasers and light systems are used to remove unwanted hair, however most lasers are not effective for all skin types and hair colors. The laser I recommend and use is the Elos laser hair removal system, which is designed for permanent hair reduction by combining both optical and radiofrequency energy to deliver satisfying, longer lasting results with less discomfort than previous laser systems. All skin and all hair colors including gray and blonde hair are effectively treated. Faces, backs, arms, legs, faces, and bikini lines can be treated including those individuals with darkly pigmented skin. Treatments are administered every 4 weeks and generally 3 to 5 treatments are sufficient.

Lena, the honest answer is that the fine light hair on your face will probably not go away with either method as "peach fuzz" as it is commonly referred to is not a good candidate for laser hair removal because of the lack of color. If the hair has some color and coarseness, we would suggest laser treatments as IPL machines are less precise and less powerful than lasers for hair removal.

Lasers work for unwanted hair and IPLs work for unwanted hair – it is most important to go somewhere that knows what they are doing – a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who can evaluate your skin, evaluate your hair, and come up with a treatment strategy the makes sense and one that will work the best. If you are a center that believes in IPLs they will always work the best; if you are a laser center, the lasers will always work better.It’s the provider, it's how your hair looks, and what your expectations are.