Laser and IPL Hair Removal Treatments Detailed in Rennes and Castelnau-le-Lez

Laser hair removal works by selective photothermolysis, targeting the pigment in hair follicles and destroying them with heat. Because only hairs in the active (anagen) growth phase contain enough melanin, multiple sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart are required to treat the entire area. Typical session times range from 15‑30 minutes for small zones such as the upper lip, 20‑30 minutes for the bikini area, and up to an hour for full‑leg treatments.

Intense pulsed light (IPL) uses a broad‑spectrum flash that heats the follicle similarly, but it is most effective on dark, thick hair. For lighter or finer hairs, the clinics combine IPL with high‑frequency electrolysis, which inserts a fine probe into each follicle and destroys it with electric current. This complementary approach allows treatment of a wider range of hair types and skin tones.