| Legends have been
using Ellipse Intense Pulsed Light for the past 5 years
with excellent results. We have always kept abreast
of the latest technology and with the launch of the
2nd Generation Ellipse last year and the improvement
in scientific results we decided to update our machine
to this specification.
Hair Removal
Put an end to the slow, messy and painful method of
hair removal. Shaving, waxing, tweezing, depilation
and hair removal cream have been replaced by hair removal
in a flash. The Ellipse system uses safe, visible light
emitted from a flash-lamp to remove unwanted hair from
all body sites.
Seeing is believing
Scientific articles in highly respected medical journals
have thoroughly documented Ellipse's safety and effectiveness.
Medical regulatory authorities around the world have
approved Ellipse systems. And these before-and-after
photos clearly show how effective Ellipse treatment
is.
How does the Ellipse work?
The visible light from the flash lamp is guided via
a glass prism to the hairy area. Hair contains pigment
(melanin) that absorbs the light and converts it into
heat. This heat is led through the hair into the follicle
which is then destroyed and rendered unable to produce
new hair.
How long does an Ellipse treatment take?
The glass prism which guides the light to the
skin is 1cm by 5cm so a large number of hairs are targeted
in one flash of light. A facial treatment takes around
20 mins whereas a back or both legs can take between
45 - 90 minutes.
Does it hurt?
No anaesthetics are required and most people
describe the sensation as similar to that of a rubber
band snapping against the skin.
How many Ellipse treatments do I need?
Hair growth is cyclical as hair follicles go through
resting and growing phases. Only follicles in the growth
phase contain hair that can be destroyed by the heat.
Resting hair follicles need to enter the growth phase
before they can be destroyed by the Ellipse treatment.
It is therefore necessary to repeat the treatment at
intervals until all hair follicles have been through
the growth phase.
The length and timing of the growth cycles are affected
by numerous factors such as body site, hair density,
thickness, ethnic origin, hormonal status and age. Usually
5 - 12 treatments are needed and the intervals between
treatments are typically 5 - 8 weeks.
Interested to find out more?
Please call to make an appointment for a Free
consultation and patch test. |
