My IPL Adventure

After my IPL sessions for my underarms, I decided to try out for my legs too when my ingrown hair was getting out of hand. I used to go for waxing but would epilate more often as it is more convenient.

I didn't expect the entire session to last for an hour. An hour of PAIN. The pain was much worse than I expected and more painful than my underarms IPL sessions. What I understood from my doctor was that the pain increases with the concentration of hair follicles and how thick it was. So naturally, the legs are the more painful parts for IPL.

After IPL, red spots appeared on my legs. They are the hair follicles which have been destroyed by the IPL. 

Now it's day 3 post IPL. My legs are definitely fairer, more even toned and the red spots are gone. And also, they've become smoother!

Do I regret going for IPL? My answer is a firm NO. The post-treatment results are all worth it.

If you are considering doing IPL but scared of the pain, pop a Panadol 30 mins before your treatment.