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Can I have IPL hair treatments if I have blonde, red, grey or white hair?

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If you have blonde or red hair you will need to have a consultation with a clinician to determine whether there is enough pigment in the hair for you to have a successful treatment. Grey or white hairs are usually not suitable for this type of treatment, as they usually do not contain sufficient melanin to absorb light. Some people find a number of grey or white hairs remain visible after a course of IPL treatments.
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What about blonde/red/gray hair?

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The light energy is attracted to the melanin in your hair. The greater the amount of melanin, the better the results. White or gray hair does not contain any melanin and does not respond to treatments. However, some hair that many would call blonde or red actually does contain enough melanin to be treatable. That's exactly why we offer a complimentary consultation, so we can evaluate your hair and skin type and discuss your options.
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The laser energy is attracted to the melanin in your hair. The greater the amount of melanin, the better the results. White or gray hair does not contain any melanin and, therefore, does not respond to the treatments. However, some hair that many would call blonde or red actually does contain enough melanin to be treatable. That is precisely why we offer a complimentary consultation, so we can evaluate your hair and skin type and discuss your options.
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How can I make my hair white-blonde?

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Your hair will need to be bleached to a pale yellow. If you have dark hair, you may need to bleach your hair twice in order to get to a pale yellow color. You don't want to bleach your hair past this stage, don't leave the bleach in until it is actually white because then you will have damaged your hair beyond the normal bleaching damage. Once your hair is bleached to a pale yellow, you will then need to tone it using a semi-permanent ash/violet based toner. You may need to tone more than once.
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How are IPL Hair Removal treatments done?

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Imperial Plastic Surgery in Westport, Connecticut, your procedure will begin with a skin cleansing with alcohol. If necessary, a topical anesthetic cream may be used to numb the treatment area. A soothing gel is applied to the treatment areas. Using a computer controlled prism-like device, Dr. Singer or his staff member flashes intense light pulses through the prism at the treatment area.
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Will it work on blonde, white, or gray hair?

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Laser hair removal will not work on white, gray, or light blonde hair follicles. Light hair is very difficult to treat on all skin types. Multiple treatment sessions are required, and results are variable.
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Will Bleach Make My Hair Blonde/White?

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Most hair bleaches will lighten your hair in the following stages: black, brown, red, orange, yellow blonde, light blonde, white. Yellow tones can be counteracted by using the relevant Special Effects Toner. Bleaching can seriously damage your hair for further information and help click here
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Can anyone have IPL treatments?

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Light-based therapies such as IPL are attracted to color. The risk of irregular skin color changes following IPL treatment increases with tan or dark skin. The SkinStation System has a separate light that is safe for even dark skin. Additionally, a spot test is ALWAYS performed prior to treatment to ensure that the IPL treatments will be safe for you.
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How long do IPL Hair Removal treatments take?

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IPL Hair Removal treatments can take a few minutes or a few hours depending on the treatment area and the density of the hair being removed. Most patients describe the feeling of the light pulses like the snap of a rubber band on their skin. A topical anesthetic cream can be used to reduce the amount of discomfort if necessary.
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Can IPL treat hair removal?

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Yes. IPL hair removal is a non-invasive method that does not require needles or chemical creams. Since thousands of hairs can be zapped in a single treatment session, large areas can be effectively and efficiently treated.
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What can I do about grey hair?

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Going grey is part of the natural ageing process and there's some evidence to suggest it may be genetically programmed. There is, however, a unique product called Restoria which returns grey hair to a natural looking colour over a period of weeks by working with the natural chemistry of the hair. Alternatively you may simply want to keep your hair grey but improve the look and feel of it.
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Can blonde/red/gray hair be treated?

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The energy in the laser is attracted to the melanin in your hair. Darker hair usually responds better to treatment because it has a higher concentration of melanin. White and gray hair does not contain any melanin and does not respond to treatments. Some blonde and red hair does contain enough melanin to be affected by the laser. When you come in for your consultation we will evaluate your hair and skin type to determine your options.
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Open Question: White blonde and Orange Hair...what now???

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Today I went to the hairdressers and came out with a full head of blonde foils...wasnt really glad when the toner thurned some of it orange and the relax was white/grey!!! BUT after a bit of a freak out and a few washes I have aranged to have my hair "fixed" tomorrow..
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Will using “blonde” henna change my brown hair to blonde?

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Absolutely not. A “boxed” hair color will lighten your hair about 2 shades depending on the brand and strength. Those of you brunettes out there that have tried to go blonde with a boxed drugstore hair color are probably familiar with the brassy orange it will give you when the developer does not have the strength to lighten properly! In order to lighten hair’s natural color more than 2 shades or so, it must first be bleached, which cannot be done with pure plant products.
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Can I dye my hair blonde for a day?

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Not exactly... the term "dye" causes a lot of confusion, but dye generally means making the hair darker. To make the hair lighter you must use a special bleach. Hair bleaching is permanent and cannot be rinsed away. It can be dyed back to it's original color however, but the bleach does damage to the hair. In extreme cases, where the hair was dark brown or black and is bleached to blonde, the hair becomes very thin and resembles the texture of cotton.
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What can blonde, red or gray haired people do for permanent hair removal?

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of now the only solution is Electrolysis where each hair is removed individually, making Electrolysis a slower process. Electrolysis is most ideal for shaping eyebrows where Suzy is an expert in this field.
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Can I get IPL treatments while pregnant?

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Our office has a firm policy of not treating preganant women with the IPL or laser therapies. We will however happily resume or begin your treatments once your bundle of joy arrives.
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Why do I have to have many IPL treatments?

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IPL targets the hair compound called melanin, this give hair the colour (pigmentation). Melanin is most prevalent in hair during the early-anagen phase of hair growth, and hairs in this stage of growth are the ones most susceptible to Intense Pulsed Light. Ongoing treatments are needed to catch each hair as it passes through this early-anagen stage of development.
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Who is a good candidate for IPL Hair Removal treatments?

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Men and women of all ages, who suffer from unwanted hair on the face, arms, legs, shoulders and back, can benefit from IPL treatment.
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How Many IPL treatments will I need for permanent hair reduction?

Usually between 5-7 treatments is needed for permanent hair reduction. If you are not looking for full removal and would like to thin an area, fewer treatments are necessary. Hair will grow less and less with each treatment until your desired result is achieved.
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I have dark hair but I want to dye it like grey or mink white. How do I do that?

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Lightening dark hair is the most difficult of the color changes. It does the most damage of any of the hair color changes. For this type of service we strongly recommend a professional hairdresser! However, If you are intent on trying it yourself, here is what you can expect. Hair grows 1/2 inch per month (on average) so your dark roots will show in one week and will need a touch-up by two weeks. Your hair will need to be bleached twice to achieve this color change.
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Who are the best candidates for IPL Hair Removal?

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New laser technology has made it possible for all skin types (including dark complexions) to get significant results. Contact us for your free consultation.
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I have gray (grey) / white hair. Can Hair Grow Miracle restore my hair to my original hair color?

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Yes. In some cases. Hair Grow Miracle supplies nutrition not only to the hair follicles, but also to the melanoctye to generate melanin, a pigment in the hair. As a result of that, some gray hairs can be restored to their original color, but some cannot be restored, such as albinistic white hairs.
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What are the Photofacial benefits of IPL treatments?

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Intense pulse light (IPL) treatments can erase unwanted skin discolorations and blemishes giving your complexion a smooth, rejuvenated and youthful look. IPL is effective for removing red and brown spots, rosacea-redness, sun damaged skin, age spots, freckles and much more. IPL is a proven and effective treatment for men and women. The IPL treatments actually stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in your skin which give a smoother and younger appearance to the treated area.
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Can the Blue/Red light treatments be combined with other treatments?

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Yes, it can be combined with other technologies that improve the surface of the skin, such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels as part of an overall skin care regimen. Your Doctor can discuss the various options appropriate for you.
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Why did Gerard dye his hair blonde?

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Gerard has been quoted in saying he used it as method acting while recording TBP, and has reinstated multiple times that it is WHITE and not BLONDE. :P
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