Epilight Laser Treatment

EpiLight removes the need for razors.

EpiLight is a laser hair removal treatment. It is non-invasive and can be safely used on all parts of the body. An EpiLight treatment lasts 10 to 30 minutes, and the number of sessions required to fully remove body hair depends on the exact hair type.

History

Another laser treatment, PhotoDerm, was modified to develop EpiLight. In 1995, PhotoDerm was used to reduce the appearance of veins and blood vessels. A beneficial side effect to PhotoDerm treatments was that hair became less noticeable in the treated areas. The creators of EpiLight took the technology behind PhotoDerm and altered it to specifically remove hair.

How It Works

A cooling gel is applied to the desired body part. Pulses of light are concentrated on the area for up to 30 minutes, which can feel like a sting. The gel is then wiped off and so is most of the hair.

Other Benefits

Scars that result from acne or continuous plucking can result in darkened areas of the skin. These scars respond to EpiLight by lightening, so they are no longer visible. EpiLight treatments can also heal acne, since the treatment empties hair follicles, which cause pimples when they become clogged.

References

• EpiLight: About EpiLight
• Ellerin Dermatology: EpiLight Hair Removal