Ellipse is the second generation of Intense Pulsed light
using the safest and most advanced technology for permanent
hair reduction. The unique dual mode filtering system means
it is safer and gentle on the skin and the large sized glass
prism means treatment of hair removal is faster and more effective
for larger areas which puts the standard of this treatment
in a class of it’s own.
Second Generation Intense Pulsed Light
Get rid of Unwanted Hair... Quickly, Safely and Virtually
without Pain with Ellipse I²PL
Put an end to the slow, messy and painful methods of hair removal. Shaving, waxing, tweezing, depilation and smelly hair removal cream have been replaced by hair removal in a flash. The Ellipse System uses safe, visible light emitted from a flash lamp to remove unwanted hair from all body sites in minutes.
How does the Ellipse permanent hair reduction treatment
work?
The visible light from the flashlamp is guided via a glass
prism to the hairy area. Hair contains pigment (melanin) that
absorbs the light and converts it into heat. This heat is
led through the hair into the hair follicle which is then
destroyed and rendered unable to produce a new hair.
To ensure optimal light transmission to the hair a thin layer
of gel (similar to that used in ultrasound) is applied to
the skin. The hand held applicator is then slid over the entire
treatment area by moving it exactly one width after each flash
of light.
Can all hairs be treated?
As the treatment relies on absorption of light in the hair
pigment (melanin) the most efficient treatment is seen with
dark hair. The lighter the skin the more effective the separation
is between hair and skin colour making treatment easier. However,
the unique software of the Ellipse System has pre-programmed
setting for different hair and skin colour combinations that
adjust the energy output accordingly.
How long does an Ellipse permanent hair reduction treatment
take?
The glass prism of the Ellipse applicator which guides the
light to the skin is 1 cm by 5 cm so a large number of hairs
are targeted in one flash of light. A facial treatment takes
around 20 minutes where as on the back or both legs take 60
to 120 minutes.
Does it hurt?
No anaesthetics are required and most people describe the
sensation as similar to that of a rubber band snapping onto
the skin. Skin may feel warm and tingle slightly after treatment.
Most clients tolerate the procedure well.
Do I need to take special precautions before and after treatment?
 The
light is a completely safe, visible light so no special precautions
are needed. However, it is important not to remove hair by
epilation or waxing 4 weeks before treatment to ensure that
as many hair follicles as possible contain a hair and thus
can be destroyed by the light. Since tanning takes place by
accumulation of pigment (melanin) in the skin it is also important
to avoid tanning before and during the treatment sessions.
Otherwise the skin will also absorb the heat which makes treatment
less effective.
Generally no post-treatment is necessary but people with very sensitive skin may benefit from using a soothing cream for a few days. It is also recommended to limit sun exposure and to use sun screen (SPF 20 ) for a few weeks following treatment.
How many Ellipse permanent hair reduction treatments do
I need?
Hair growth is cyclical as hair follicles go through resting and growing phases. Only follicles in the growth phase contain hair and are destroyed by the heat. Resting hair follicles need to enter the growth phase before they can be destroyed by the Ellipse treatment. It is, therefore, necessary to repeat the treatment at intervals until all hair follicles have been through the growth phase.
The length and timing of the growth cycles are affected by numerous factors such as body site, hair density, thickness, ethnic origin, hormonal status and age. Usually 3-6 treatments are need and the intervals between treatments are typically 1-3 months.
Throw away all those hair removal creams, waxes and razors. Have unwanted hair anywhere on the body removed using Ellipse.
Ellipse is a fast and safe treatment which removes unwanted
hair from face and all body areas.
How much does it cost?
This will be discussed at the initial consultation. Treatment
cost varies between individuals according to the area treated
and the number of treatments required. Please contact Beauty
Resort for a free consultation.
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