Comparison of Hair Removal, & Skin Rejuvenation Technologies
LHE, Laser, IPL. All this jargon. What do they actually do? Which is the best one for me? Here’s our hopefully easy chart to help you understand what the different systems do and see which is best for you.
Disclaimer! We use LHE and we think it’s the best (well we would wouldn’t we ).
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Lasers |
IPL (Intense Pulse Light) |
LHE (Light, Heat & Energy) |
Advantages for client |
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Wavelength |
Variable wavelengths – A few applications on the same device |
Single wavelength – Different devices for different applications |
Variable wavelength 350 – 1200 nm, determined by specific clinical applications wavelength |
Ease of application by technician, no need for protective googles to be worn by client. |
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Spot Sizes |
Larger spot sizes – up to 8 cm2 |
small spot sizes – up to 2 cm2 |
Sizes Big spot sizes; Standard: 12 cm2 Extra Large: 18 cm2 |
Larger spot sizes mean much quicker treatments – a massive plus for customers. |
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Treatment Energy |
20-50 J/cm2 |
50-200 J/cm2 |
4-15 J/cm2 |
Lower energy means less risk of any side affect such as redness, burning, scarring etc. |
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Cooling |
Requires – skin cooling lamp cooling |
Requires – skin cooling lamp cooling |
No need for skin cooling or lamp cooling |
No need for application of cooling gels before treatments. Minimal discomfort compared with IPL or Lasers machines. |
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Ease of use |
Need for high expertise to operate (some devices) |
Big, difficult to operate., High level of experience |
Simple operation – intensity adjustment only |
Ease of application – shorter treatment time for customers. |
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Side Effects |
Some side effects |
Many side effects |
Reduced side effects (LHE® can be used for all skin types) |
Minimal risk of any side effects, whatsoever. |