Can Ulike be Used for Face/Brazilian/Dark Skin/Tattoos?

IPL hair removal has been considered one of the best hair removal methods to achieve permanent hair reduction. Ever since the beginning of IPL hair removal, various companies have released at-home devices to comfortably treat oneself at home. 

One of such famous IPL companies is Ulike. It’s been in the industry for over 10 years and has sold over 4 million units in more than 15 countries. Is it compatible with every skin tone? Is it safe to use for every body area? Let’s explore! 

Table of Contents:

• Part 1: Ulike IPL Hair Removal Device Overview
• Part 2: Can Ulike be Used for Face?
• Part 3: Can Ulike be Used for Brazilian Hair Removal?
• Part 4: Can Ulike be Used for Dark Skin?
• Part 5: Can Ulike be used for Tattoos?
• Part 6: Is There Any IPL Hair Removal Device that Works for Tattoos or Dark Skin?
• Part 7: What is a Permanent Hair Removal Method for Dark or Tattooed Skin?

Ulike IPL Hair Removal Device Overview

Ulike Sapphire Air 10 IPL hair removal device is the most recent launch of Ulike. It has some of the best features that any IPL hair removal device must have. Let’s know more about the device: 

• • • Versatile: The hair removal device works on any type of hair including both the thin and thick ones. It has four modes: Fast, Normal, SHR, and High. You can use any of these depending upon the purpose of use whether it’s a touchup session or thick hair removal
  • • Effective Against Thick Hair: It has an SHR mode which can be mainly used for thick hair removal. With an energy output of 26J per 4-pulse burst and dual light window, even the stubborn hair will not last against the device
  • • Quick: A 14-day clinical trial at SGS Laboratory proved that the device is efficient enough to show results within just 2 weeks of consistent use 
  • • AutoGlide Mode: There is an extra mode: AutoGlide mode. This mode is thumb-free and can make a full body session as fast as 10 minutes only
  • • Smart Skin Protection Technology: For the safety and protection of Ulike users, the device features an in-built Smart SkinSensor technology that senses the skin tone and adjusts the light intensity accordingly. The device even shuts off after detecting the skin tone it is not safe for
  • • Ice Cooling Technology: The IPL device usually heats up making the session uncomfortable. In contrast to these, Ulike has an ice cooling technology that maintains a contact temperature of 65 °F even for time-consuming full-body sessions

Therefore, users can use this device at the convenience of their home without worrying about the results. It is efficient enough to deliver salon-like results within a few weeks of use. 

Can Ulike be Used for Face? 

The device seems to be very impressive, doesn’t it? The first question that arises after learning about such a device is whether it can be used for both face and body or not? 

All the areas of our body have different skin sensitivity. For instance, our face, underarms, and the bikini area are usually more sensitive than the rest of the body. Therefore, not every device and every product works similarly for both the body and the face. Fortunately, Ulike hair removal devices can be used for hair removal on any body area and facial hair as well. 

The face has usually thin and fine hair that can be targeted with the normal mode of Ulike. This mode is mainly for such hair. Moreover, even with the dual window, the device is sleek enough to easily remove hair even on difficult areas like upper lips. Also, remember not to use the device around your eyes. 

Can Ulike be Used for Brazilian Hair Removal? 

While choosing any product or device for Brazilian hair removal, one must be very careful. It is because this is one of the most sensitive areas of your body and it can be very painful to remove hair from this area. Can you use an IPL device like Ulike Air 10 for Brazilian hair removal? 

The Ulike hair removal device is safe to use for all areas of the body including the bikini line and the Brazilian area. However, the experience might not be safe for everyone. For some people who have sensitive skin, it can be a bit painful to use. They can try adjusting the mode of the device with a lower intensity. 

Can Ulike be Used for Dark Skin? 

It depends on how darker your skin tone is. The device is safe to use for Skin tone 1 to skin tone 4 which is medium brown according to the Fitzpatrick scale. Why can’t it be used for dark brown? It is because these skin tones have a higher concentration of melanin in them. 

Since the IPL energy is absorbed by melanin, a higher concentration of this pigment means a higher absorption of heat into the skin. This induces the risk of burns, blisters, and scarring on the skin. Luckily, Air 10 has also a smart skin sensor that detects the skin tone and stops flashing if it is dark and not suitable for IPL treatment. 

In addition, for the device to work on your hair safely, you must have a contrast between the hair and the skin so it can easily recognize its target. It is best suited for those who have light skin and dark hair. 

Can Ulike be used for Tattoos? 

During the process of making a tattoo on the skin’s surface, a tattoo artist inserts a dark pigment into the skin by piercing it with a thin needle. The pigment has the capability to absorb IPL light. Since tattoos have a very high concentration of pigment, they can absorb excessive heat produced by an IPL device. 

This increases the chances of the tattooed area being burnt leading to scarring. The process is also usually very painful. This not only makes you uncomfortable, burns your skin, but also causes the dispersion of tattoo ink. This lightens the tattoo or even changes how it originally looked due to the scattering of the pigment. 

Therefore, Ulike hair removal devices must not be used on tattoos. As mentioned earlier, if the users forget this and use the device on the tattooed area, the skin sensors present in the device will detect it and stop producing flashes. 

Is There Any IPL Hair Removal Device that Works for Tattoos or Dark Skin? 

Both the dark skin and tattooed areas have a high amount of melanin pigment in them. Firstly, it will be difficult for an IPL device to differentiate between dark skin and dark hair. As a result, it will target both the skin and hair. 

Moreover, the overconcentration of melanin is going to absorb extra heat. So even if the device burns hair, it will also burn your skin. The experience can also be very painful as well. Therefore, IPL treatment must not be done on either dark or tattooed skin. 

Even if you are using the safest IPl device or getting the treatment done at salons, it is recommended to avoid it for dark skin. Hence, none of the IPL devices launched till now can work perfectly against tattoos or dark skin. 

There are some claims that IPL devices that work for dark skin do exist. However, they do not purely use IPL technology. Some of them use a combination of IPL with galvanic current while others use radio frequency. Furthermore, not all these devices are approved by the FDA to be used safely at home. 

What is a Permanent Hair Removal Method for Dark or Tattooed Skin? 

Even though IPL does not work effectively for dark skin tones or tattoos, there are still some methods that can help you achieve semi-permanent to permanent results. These include:

Laser Hair Removal

Various types of lasers are used for hair removal. Some of these lasers like Nd: YAG laser can work effectively against dark skin. The wavelength bypasses the skin pigment and burns only the hair. However, it is still not safe to get the treatment done on a tattooed area.

Also, please notice that laser hair removal is a semi-permanent solution to unwanted hair. The body remains hair-free for 6 months to 2 years. The results can be maintained for a longer time with regular touchup sessions. 

Electrolysis

Electrolysis hair removal uses current to burn the hair follicles. The current flows into the hair depth with the help of a thin needle. So, the process is independent of the concentration of melanin making it useful for any skin tone. It is also safe against tattoos. 

In addition, electrolysis is the only FDA-approved method for permanent hair removal. Once done with all these required sessions, the hair doesn’t grow back in most cases. 

Conclusion

Ulike IPL hair removal device has four modes allowing it to be used on any body area safely. It is effective even for the thin facial hair and the sensitive bikini line. As for the Brazilian area, you can use it at a safer intensity setting. 

What about the skin tone? The IPL device can be used up to medium brown skin tone. For tattoos and dark skin, there is a risk of skin burns. If you have dark skin, go for laser hair removal. Electrolysis can be suitable for tattooed skin areas.