Does Philips Lumea remove hair permanently?

Both Braun and Philips Lumea IPL devices do permanently reduce hair. So when the Lumea suggests you perform maintenance treatments every eight weeks, that’s not to say you’ll have hairy legs after eight weeks!

Can Philips Lumea be used on nipples?

Do not use your Philips Lumea on lesions, moles, nipples, piercings, tattoos etc.

Can I use IPL for pubic hair?

Yes, IPL is safe to use on the pubic areas like the bikini line, but it isn’t recommended for the genital area, where the skin may be darker and the hair density is higher, absorbing more light energy and perhaps causing discomfort.

Does hair grow back after Philips Lumea?

If you choose to wax, we recommend waiting at least 24 hours before using Lumea. Note: Some hair may grow back even though you have used your Philips Lumea frequently. This happens because the hairs are at different stages of the growth cycle during the treatment.

Does IPL affect facial hair?

Answer: IPL can cause facial hair loss IPL treatments are meant to target dark pigmentation and if you have dark hair follicles it may have had an affect on your beard. Your final result can vary greatly depending on the settings that were used and number of treatments done.

Can you do IPL on breasts?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL™) technology offers a gentle, non-invasive, long lasting solution to unwanted hair on the face, back, legs, bikini line or any other body area (including nipples).

Should I shave before using Philips Lumea?

Before using Philips Lumea, make sure your skin is completely hair free. You can remove your body hair by shaving, waxing or epilating as long as hair is still visible. If you choose to wax, we recommend waiting at least 24 hours before using Lumea.

Is Philips Lumea safe?

At Philips, your safety always comes first. Philips Lumea has been developed with leading dermatologists and fulfils all safety regulations for home use.