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Review of IPL hair removal: A Philips Lumea review from an Influencer

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When you think of IPL, several questions may come up in your mind: Is it easy to use? Does IPL hair removal hurt? Is it effective? What do IPL hair removal results look like? And most importantly, what is the best IPL hair removal device? Today, one of our IPL hair removal reviews is hopefully going to help you find the answers you’re looking for. So you can start your very own IPL hair removal journey.

 

We know that experts recommend IPL devices for home use, and consumers love the convenience of an at-home hair removal device, but consumers often still have questions. How does an IPL device actually fare in regular life? How to use IPL hair removal at home? And does it get the job done well, or not? To get an insider view, we’ve sought out an influencer – someone who has tested Philips IPL – to get the best answers for you. And we wanted to know, before and after use, if she is convinced? 

 

We speak to Ricarda from Cats & Dogs about her Philips Lumea results to get some answers.

To start off, and for those who may not know, what exactly is IPL?


IPL stands for ‘Intense Pulsed Light’ and promises long-lasting hair removal with the help of light. Often, these kinds of treatments are offered in beauty salons, but there are also IPL devices for home use. With Philips Lumea, I can use IPL technology easily and conveniently in my own home.

And why have you chosen to try Philips Lumea?


II’m always forgetting my shaver when I travel, and anyway, shaving causes some irritation on my skin from time to time. Of course, I’ve tried waxing also, but my sensitive skin doesn’t really like that too much, either. Oh yeah, and I don’t trust those hair removal creams – they’re weird. So, of course, I was really happy when Philips approached me and offered me to try their Philips Lumea Prestige as an at-home hair removal device test.

So, how easy was the IPL treatment for your test?


The handy thing about the Philips Lumea Prestige is that, in the beginning, I only have to use it every two weeks for about 15 minutes max for a full-body treatment. After that, I only have to do it every three to four weeks. In between, I’ve got peace and quiet. Perfect to keep my head free for the important things!
In order not to forget the next treatment time and to keep to the right amount of time between treatments, there is an app for Philips Lumea Prestige. It includes a personalised plan and some tips, and reminds you of your next treatment.

Could you explain how to use IPL hair removal at home and what you do to get the best IPL hair removal results?


All the different areas must be shaved or epilated before treatment. And by the way, IPL isn’t suitable for every skin type. If you have, for example, very, very dark skin or very, very light hair, the IPL hair removal doesn’t work. Those who want to do the test themselves should remember – you get the best results with relatively light skin and dark body hair, because the light can then reach the melanin in the hair perfectly. It’s best to avoid plucking and waxing in between sessions because they hinder the treatment, but it is perfectly okay to shave.

How did you get on with the attachments for the IPL devices during the test?


Philips Lumea Prestige has different attachments for different areas of the body. There is a full-body attachment, which is especially suitable for arms and legs. If you are as inked as I am, take care during the IPL test. The device must not be used over tattooed areas. Also, there’s an attachment which is especially shaped for the bikini and underarm zones and one for the face. So, you can reach any part of the body and the procedure is pretty easy.
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Following your review of IPL hair removal, does IPL hair removal hurt?

 

In extensive Philips Lumea research, no woman rated the experience as painful, provided that correct settings were used according to skin tone and hair colour. In the tests, some women did describe 'a warm sensation’, 'prickling' or 'itching' which in most cases disappeared within a few minutes up to one hour. 


There you have it, an insider Lumea review that hopefully answers all your questions and gave you a better understanding of how our at-home hair removal device works and what Philips Lumea results may look like. So why not give it a try and see for yourself?

 

If you’re looking for more Philips hair removal reviews, why not check out this Q&A from an expert? Or if you’re in search of some tips and tricks on how to make your IPL journey easier, discover our IPL aftercare guide!

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Whether you are looking for facial, hair care or hair removal beauty solutions – Philips has everything you need.
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