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"Laser hair removal machine" is one of the most searched hair removal terms in Pakistan. Almost every home device sold under that name is actually an IPL (intense pulsed light) device. Used correctly on the right skin, IPL makes hair grow back slower, finer and less. Here is how to choose one.
IPL vs laser — in one line
A laser uses one exact wavelength of light; IPL uses a broad range of light through a filter. Clinic lasers are stronger; home IPL is gentler and needs more sessions — but costs far less.
What to look for
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Protective glasses in the box | Essential — never use IPL without them |
| Adjustable levels | Start low, increase only if comfortable |
| Flash count | A high flash count (e.g. 300,000) lasts many full-body sessions |
| Window size | A bigger window = quicker sessions on legs |
| Mains or battery | Mains-powered devices never run flat mid-session |
| Clear instructions | Skin-tone chart and a weekly schedule |
Our picks
- IPL hair removal handset — compact, 300,000-flash lamp, glasses and razor included. The best place to start.
- Premium IPL device with LCD screen — pistol grip, larger window, glasses, razor and manual. Better for full legs.
Prices in Pakistan
| Type | Approx. price |
|---|---|
| No-name and smaller-brand home IPL | Rs 4,000 – 15,000 |
| Big-brand home IPL | Much more |
| Clinic laser course | Usually far more than a home device for a full course |
See IPL at home vs laser clinic for a full comparison.
Realistic results
- Weeks 1–4: little visible change; hair starts to shed.
- Weeks 4–8: regrowth becomes slower and thinner for many users.
- Weeks 8–12: noticeable reduction; switch to touch-ups.
- After: touch-ups when hair returns. No home device can promise permanent removal.
Who should not use IPL
- Very dark brown or black skin — the skin absorbs the light.
- White, grey, light blonde or red hair — there is no pigment to absorb it.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding, or light-sensitive medicine.
- Never on tattoos, moles, dark spots, lips or near the eyes.
Read the full is IPL safe? guide. Browse all IPL devices.
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