With the acceleration of the pace of modern life, more and more people are choosing to use high-tech hair removal devices at home to replace traditional methods such as shaving and plucking. However, hair removal is not just about “pressing a button”, and the details before and after are equally important. Reasonable care can ensure comfortable and lasting results.
Ⅰ. Preparation before hair removal: Lay a solid foundation and double the effect
The preparation before hair removal determines whether the entire hair removal process is smooth and the effect is ideal. Before using IPL hair removal devices such as us.braun, be sure to make the following preparations:
1. Shaving, avoiding plucking and hair removal creams
The working principle of IPL hair removal is to use pulsed light to act on the melanin in the hair follicles, and destroy the hair follicles through light and heat to achieve the hair removal effect. Therefore, before hair removal, you need to shave the surface hair with a razor to keep the hair just exposed to the surface of the skin. Avoid using wax or depilatory creams, as these methods will pull out the hair by the roots, resulting in the IPL light not being effectively absorbed by the hair follicles, affecting the hair removal effect.
2. The skin must be clean and oil-free
Before using the hair removal device, be sure to thoroughly clean the hair removal area and wash away sweat, oil and skin care product residues. Because oil will affect the penetration of light, reduce the hair removal effect, and may cause skin discomfort. It is recommended to use a mild cleanser to clean the skin, and then gently dry it with a clean towel.
3. Perform a skin test
When using us.braun Silk·expert Pro 5 or Skin i·expert Smart IPL for the first time, be sure to do a skin test on an inconspicuous part of the body. Generally, the inner arm or calf area is selected. After irradiation, observe whether the skin has abnormal reactions such as redness, tingling or pigmentation within 24 hours.
4. Avoid exposure to the sun and sunburn
Avoid sun exposure and sunburn within one week before hair removal. Exposure to the sun can increase skin sensitivity, and using an IPL hair removal device may increase discomfort and the risk of side effects. At the same time, if you have just finished after-sun care or have been to a beauty salon for chemical peels, you should also postpone using hair removal equipment.
Ⅱ. Key points in the hair removal process: safety and comfort are the most important
When using us.braun IPL hair removal equipment, the operating specifications and precautions during the process directly affect the experience and effect.
1. Choose the right energy level
us.braun’s IPL hair removal devices are generally equipped with multiple energy adjustment functions, which can automatically or manually adapt to different skin colors. It is recommended to start with a lower level for the first use, and then gradually increase it after adaptation. Too high energy may cause skin irritation and burns, and too low energy will not be effective.
2. Avoid covering the same area with multiple flashes
It is recommended to move the hair removal head evenly for each part to avoid repeated flashes in the same area to reduce skin irritation and the risk of redness and swelling. us.braun’s intelligent sensing technology can help users accurately locate and reduce missed or repeated exposure.
3. Avoid irradiating moles, tattoos and wounds
Moles and tattoos with darker pigments tend to absorb too much light energy, which may cause burns. It is also forbidden to irradiate areas with wounds, inflammation or eczema on the skin to avoid aggravating the condition.
4. Keep the skin tight and ensure close contact
During hair removal, it is recommended to gently tighten the skin with one hand to ensure that the hair removal head is in close contact with the skin to ensure effective transmission of light energy. This will not only achieve better hair removal results, but also prevent the leakage of pulsed light from causing irritation to other parts.
Ⅲ. Post-hair removal care: repair and soothing, long-lasting effect
After hair removal, scientific care is equally important, which can effectively reduce the risk of side effects and accelerate skin repair.
1. Cold compress to relieve discomfort
After using the us.braun IPL hair removal device, some users may experience slight redness or warmth. At this time, you can apply a clean cold compress pack or towel to the hair removal area to relieve burning and redness and increase comfort.
2. Avoid irritating products
For at least 48 hours after hair removal, avoid using skin care products or perfumes containing irritating ingredients such as alcohol, fruit acid, and retinoic acid. These ingredients may aggravate skin sensitivity and cause discomfort such as redness and peeling.
3. Strengthen moisturizing
After hair removal, the skin may be slightly dry. Using a mild fragrance-free moisturizing lotion or aloe vera gel can help maintain the skin barrier and prevent dryness and itching. The product description of us.braun also recommends keeping the skin well hydrated to optimize the effect.
4. Pay attention to sun protection
IPL hair removal makes the skin more sensitive to ultraviolet rays. After hair removal, you should try to avoid exposure to the sun, especially within 48 hours. Be sure to use sunscreen above SPF30 when going out to avoid pigmentation and sunburn.
IV. Use cycle and long-term maintenance: scientific planning for better results
Hair removal is not a one-time process, it requires persistence and scientific planning.
1. Use regularly and follow the recommended cycle
It is usually recommended that users who use us.braun Silk·expert Pro 5 or Skin i·expert Smart IPL for the first time use it once a week in the first 4 to 12 weeks, and then enter the maintenance phase and use it once every 1-2 months. Regular use can maximize the destruction of hair follicles and achieve lasting hair removal effects.
2. Pay attention to the hair growth cycle
Human hair growth is divided into growth phase, regression phase and resting phase. IPL hair removal can only effectively act on hair in the growth phase, so multiple irradiations are required to cover all hair in the growth phase. Patience and persistence are the key to achieving ideal results.
3. Replace accessories in time to ensure device performance
us.braun’s devices are equipped with high-performance light sources. After a certain number of uses, the lamp head or related accessories need to be replaced to keep the device in the best working condition. Check the device manual regularly and replace it on time to ensure safety and effectiveness.
They not only combine advanced intelligent technology and humanized design, but also are equipped with precise skin color sensing and multi-speed energy adjustment, which greatly improves the safety and comfort of hair removal.
Hair removal is a gradual process that requires patience and careful care, and scientific operation to achieve smooth and flawless skin.
