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IPL / laser hair removal and the hair follicle

The hair follicle consists of the hair bulb, hair shaft, hair bulge, and stem cells located in the bulge area. Photoepilation utilizes light to cause thermal or mechanical damage to the hair follicle structure. Simply damaging the hair bulb only delays hair regrowth; for permanent hair reduction, it is important to damage the stem cells located in the bulge area of the follicle.








Melanin is the chromophore for hair removal. The hair matrix in the hair bulb and the hair shaft have the highest concentrations of melanin and are the principle targets. Although stem cells do not have pigment that effectively absorbs light, the stem cells can be destroyed by heat diffusion from the matrix cells and hair shaft.

The Palomar StarLux System’s indications for use are based upon the selective absorption of emitted light by natural chromophores, including melanin, hemoglobin, and water. For hair removal, the melanin in hair follicles is targeted by selecting a handpiece that emits wavelengths corresponding to those absorbed by melanin.

Using the Palomar StarLux handpieces at a short pulse duration, light energy is quickly deliveredand absorbed by the hair matrix and hair shaft. This quick delivery results in damaging the hair bulb and some effect on the stem cells. A longer pulse duration,e.g., delivers the light energy over a longer period of time allowing for more thermal diffusion and potentially more damage to the stem cells.

At Body Envy Houston we specialize in IPL / Laser Hair Removal and skin rejuvenation. We strive to educate all of our clients and we care about your results. We understand and appreciate the fact that these treatments can make an important mental and physical transformation and we would be honored to be chosen as your treatment specialists.

We use the Palomar Starlux System. It is the most advanced, fastest, effective and least painful method of hair removal in existence. Our IPL / Laser Hair Removal technology is FDA approved and safe for all skin types. This same IPL / Laser hair removal technology allows us to revitalize your entire body from the effects of the sun and life.

IPL Skin Rejuvenation (PhotoCorrection and Photofacial) treatments offer a non-surgical alternative to begin the process of correcting years of damage from the sun and day-to-day living.

Our experienced licensed professionals make sure all of your IPL and Laser Treatments are performed with utmost respect for your time and comfort, while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and luxury.