New Product | Early Access Learn More

Congrats! You've Won £140 OFF!

The discount has been added to your Air 10 order.

Ends in

: :

Check out to claim your offer.

Limited-time Offer

£ 120off

Copy Code

Coupon expired after:

Days

: :

Leave

Use it now

Your cart is empty

Start shopping

Add order note

Hair Removal

At-Home IPL vs. Professional Laser Hair Removal

With the advent of technology, you can now be free from waxing, shaving, or tweezing. The latest technologies, like lasers, can With the advent of technology, you can now be free from waxing, shaving, or tweezing. The latest technologies, like lasers, can

Jul 01, 2025

Hair Removal Led Light Mask Expore Beauty

Filter By:

Woman with psoriasis looking directly at the camera with a calm and considered expression

IPL and Psoriasis: Can You Safely Use an At-Home IPL Device If You Have Psoriasis?

IPL and Psoriasis: For most people managing psoriasis, at-home IPL hair removal is not currently recommended. That much is straigh

hand resting against cheek with soft natural light and subtle skin texture

IPL and Retinol: How to Use Both Safely

IPL and Retinol should not be used together on the same area of skin. Learn safe pause timelines before and after IPL, plus which skincare ingredients to avoid.

Close-up of a small patch of skin being checked on the forearm

How to Patch Test an IPL Device: A Step-by-Step Guide to Safer Hair Removal

Learn how to patch test an at-home IPL device safely. Understand what to look for, how long to wait, and who should take extra care — before your first session.

▲

What is Your Skin Tone Based on the Following Options?

Fair

Fair

Light

Light

Medium

Tan

Tan

Tan-Deep

Tan-Deep

Deep

Deep

What is Your Hair Based on the Following Options?

Black

Dark Brown

Brown

Dark blonde

Red

Grey/ White

Light Blonde

Fantastic news!

Based on your answers, you are an ideal candidate for IPL hair removal. Our advanced IPL device is perfectly suited to your skin tone and hair color, meaning you can start experiencing the benefits of smooth and hair-free skin. Don't miss out on the opportunity to subscribe and enjoy the maximum discount available.

Not Recommended

Based on your answers, IPL hair removal is suitable for your skin tone, but it may not be effective for your hair color if there is less melanin present.

This is because IPL works by targeting melanin in hair follicles, and the heat generated by the absorbed light energy damages the follicles, leading to reduced hair growth over time. However, if the hair color is too light, there may not be enough melanin present to attract the energy from IPL,resulting in no effect.

We are sorry that we cannot help you with hair removal using IPL, but Ulike is committed to finding a solution to this issue. Our research team is currently working on developing new hair removal technologies to address this problem. Please stay tuned for our latest updates and developments.

Not Recommended

Based on your answers, IPL hair removal is suitable for your skin tone, but it may not be effective for your hair color if there is less melanin present.

This is because IPL works by targeting melanin in hair follicles, and the heat generated by the absorbed light energy damages the follicles, leading to reduced hair growth over time. However, if the hair color is too light, there may not be enough melanin present to attract the energy from IPL,resulting in no effect.

We are sorry that we cannot help you with hair removal using IPL, but Ulike is committed to finding a solution to this issue. Our research team is currently working on developing new hair removal technologies to address this problem. Please stay tuned for our latest updates and developments.

Not Recommended

Not Recommended

Based on your answers, IPL hair removal is effective for your hair color, but it is not suitable for your skin tone. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) hair removal technology works by emitting pulses of light energy that are absorbed by the melanin pigment in hair follicles. This light energy is then converted into heat,which damages the hair follicles and inhibits hair growth.

However

However, individuals with darker skin tones have higher levels of melanin pigment in their skin, which can absorb the light energy intended for the hair follicles. This can lead to potential skin damage.

We apologize that IPL hair removal is not an option for you, but we are dedicated to finding a solution. Our research team is actively developing new hair removal technologies to address this issue. Stay tuned for updates and developments from Ulike.

Shop Now

Learn More about IPL

Take the Quiz Again