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Is IPL hair removal permanent?
IPL hair removal is not permanent, but Philips Lumea IPL provides long-term hair reduction when used according to the recommended treatment schedule.
Details: IPL works by targeting the hair root to gradually reduce hair regrowth over time. Because hair grows in natural cycles and new hairs can become active, maintenance treatments are needed to sustain the achieved results.
Over time, treated hair grows back finer, less visible, and more slowly. Philips Lumea IPL is designed to support this long-term approach, with the recommended treatment routine that helps you maintain smooth skin for up to 18 months in a simple and manageable way.
The information on this page applies to the following models: SC1981/50.
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