Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Venus IPL LHR Medium Area.

You can choose one medium-sized area per session: jawline, upper or lower face, neck, nape, underarms, breast, navel, hands, or feet. Our clinician helps select the best area based on hair growth, skin type and your aesthetic goals.

Most clients need 6 to 8 sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart, depending on hair thickness, growth cycle, and treated area. Maintenance sessions may be recommended annually to manage new growth or hormonal changes.

Most clients report mild, brief sensations like warm snaps or tingling. Our device uses cooling and adjustable settings to reduce discomfort. Topical numbing can be applied on request for particularly sensitive areas to ensure a comfortable experience.

Temporary redness, slight swelling, or mild pigment changes can occur but typically resolve within hours to a few days. We provide aftercare guidance and patch tests to minimize risks; contact us if unusual pain, blistering, or prolonged discoloration occurs.

Avoid sun exposure, tanning products, and waxing for four weeks before treatment. Shave the area 24–48 hours prior and stop topical retinoids or bleaching agents as advised. Follow our pre-treatment checklist to ensure safe, effective results.

IPL is most effective on darker hair and lighter skin tones, though advanced devices and customized settings broaden suitability. A consultation and patch test determine candidacy; we tailor parameters to your skin type for safer, more effective outcomes.