Skin Conditions
Unwanted Hair Removal in Northampton
Tired of shaving, waxing or threading that never really solves the problem, people from Rushden, Burton Latimer and Northampton come to us for a lasting, medical-grade solution instead.
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Trusted in Northampton since 2003 — over 20 years of doctor-led aesthetic medicine.
Long-Term Hair Removal — a Lasting Solution to an Everyday Concern
Unwanted hair is one of the most common aesthetic concerns for both women and men — and one of the most straightforward to address effectively with the right technology. Shaving, waxing and threading manage the problem temporarily but never resolve it. Medical-grade IPL hair removal offers a clinically proven route to a significant and lasting reduction in unwanted hair across virtually any area of the body or face.
Hair growth is driven by active follicles — and not all follicles are active at the same time. Hair grows in cycles, moving between active growth, transition and resting phases. IPL targets follicles in their active growth phase, delivering light energy that is absorbed by the melanin in the hair shaft and converted to heat, damaging the follicle and preventing it from producing new hair. Because only active follicles can be treated in any given session, a course of treatments spaced several weeks apart is required to catch each successive batch of follicles at the right point in their cycle.
IPL works best on darker hair colours — black, brown and dark red — as these contain sufficient melanin to absorb the light energy effectively. It is not effective on very blonde, grey or white hair. A patch test and skin assessment are carried out before the first full treatment to confirm suitability.
Treatments to Consider
At Mulberry House we use the Lumenis Stellar M22 — a medical-grade IPL platform and one of the most trusted systems in clinical use worldwide. The difference between a medical-grade system and consumer IPL devices is not marginal — the Stellar M22 delivers consistent, calibrated energy output with precision filtering, which translates to more effective follicle damage, better long-term results, and a significantly safer treatment for the skin. IPL Hair Removal is performed by Jenna Johnston.
A course of six treatments is recommended for a thorough result, with sessions spaced several weeks apart. Treatment is fast — small areas such as the upper lip or underarms take as little as five minutes. There is no downtime. It is suitable for both women and men and can be used on virtually any area of the body or face including legs, bikini line, underarms, chest, back and facial areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work on all hair and skin types?
It works best on darker hair — black, brown and dark red — as these absorb the light energy effectively. It isn't effective on very blonde, grey or white hair.
How many sessions will I need?
A course of six treatments is typically recommended, spaced several weeks apart to catch each cycle of follicle activity.
Does it hurt?
Most people describe the sensation as a brief elastic-band snap rather than pain — it's quick and well tolerated.
Is a patch test required first?
Yes — a patch test and skin assessment are carried out before your first full treatment to confirm suitability.
What People Tell Us
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— Mary H.
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