IPL Hair Removal — Viora V20 (V-IPL)

Intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal at Miracle Esthetic Clinic uses the Viora V20 V-IPL module — a broad-spectrum light technology with integrated cooling that targets melanin in hair follicles to achieve progressive and permanent hair reduction. IPL uses a filtered spectrum of light rather than a single laser wavelength, making it effective across a range of hair colours and skin types. The Viora V20 platform at Miracle Esthetic combines IPL with contact cooling to minimise discomfort. IPL is priced more accessibly than diode laser and is well suited to clients with lighter hair or larger surface areas.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) hair removal differs from laser hair removal in that it emits a broad spectrum of filtered light wavelengths (rather than a single laser wavelength), which is then selectively absorbed by the melanin pigment in hair follicles. The thermal energy generated destroys the follicle structure over a series of sessions. The Viora V20's V-IPL module incorporates contact cooling to protect the skin surface during pulses, making treatment more comfortable, particularly for larger areas like the full legs, chest, and back. At Miracle Esthetic Clinic, IPL hair removal is available for both women and men across all standard zones — face (upper lip, chin), underarms, bikini, extended bikini, abdomen, calves, full legs, hands, chest, and back. It is an alternative to diode laser for clients who prefer a gentler energy profile or who are treating larger surface areas where the cost per session is a significant consideration. IPL tends to work most effectively on darker hair with a fair-to-medium skin type; very dark skin or very light/grey hair has reduced efficacy with IPL compared to Nd:YAG or diode laser respectively, and the therapist will advise on the most appropriate device at consultation. Treatment protocol is the same as for laser hair removal: a course of 4–6 sessions spaced 4–8 weeks apart targets each successive hair growth cycle. Before each session clients should shave the area (not wax or epilate) and avoid sun exposure for at least 4 weeks. The skin may be mildly red and warm for a few hours after treatment; the treated area should be protected with SPF 50 for 2 weeks post-session. Residual hairs shed over 7–10 days after each session. The Viora V20 platform is also used at this clinic for skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, and acne — making the V-IPL module a multi-purpose device with well-maintained clinical settings.