Silk'n Home Pulsed Light
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silk’n a Laser?
No, Silk’n uses the same principles as clinics use with IPL to remove hair.
Why is Silk’n more expensive than other hair removal products on the market?
Compared to a series of treatments at a salon the price is very affordable. Treatment at a salon of only the lower legs can range from approx $300-500 per session with 6-8 treatments recommended. With Silk’n you can treat not only the lower legs but other areas for a fraction of the clinic costs.
Will Silk’n hurt?
Silk’n users report a slight sensation of heat during the light pulse. Users with thicker hair may experience slightly more discomfort as will use on sensitive parts of the body such as bikini line and underlines. Silk’n has 5 energy settings that can be adjusted according to skin sensitivity.
Are there any side effects from using Silk’n?
Side effects and complication, while possible are not common if Silk’n is used according to the instructions and precautions included with the device. A small fraction of users reported some sensation of heat, redness around the hair shaft, and slight swelling, however these conditions usually subsided within an hour after treatments.
What are the unique safety features of Silk'n?
The applicator tip of Silk'n has been designed so that a light pulse can only be emitted when the applicator is in contact with the skin. This eliminates the possibility of an accidental flash of light directly towards a user’s eyes. Silk'n also uses a very low but effective level of energy, up to 5 joules per square centimeter. Compare this to other home hair removal systems that often use more than 20 joules of energy.
Where on my body can I use Silk’n?
Silk’n can be used anywhere on the body below the neck. Please be aware the Silk’n can be used over tattoos but it is likely to cause fading. It may also fade freckles and moles. Do not use Silk’n on sunburned or newly tanned skin.
Can I use Silk’n on my face?
Silk’n is not recommended to be used on the face or neck. Exposing facial hair to the light pulses of Silk’n may remove apparent hair but simultaneously stimulate unwanted growth or hidden hair. In addition, using Silk’n to remove facial hair may cause serious eye injury.
When will I see results?
As with any light or laser hair removal device, results are not immediate, and in fact you may not think anything happened at all. Hair may sometimes appear to be growing back after a treatment, but typically after two weeks many of these hairs will simply fall out. Additionally hairs grow in three different stages and only hairs in an active growth stage will be effected by Silk’n treatment. This is one of the main reasons that multiple treatments are required to achieve the required result.
Should I pull the hairs out after treatment?
No, simply wait for the hairs to fall out which may take up to 2 weeks.
How long does a Silk’n treatment session take?
The time can vary depending on the area of the body treated. A full leg can take up to 30 minutes, or two underarms could take 10 minutes. Because the Silk’n runs on regualer electric power it can be used for as long as needed to complete a full treatment of the desired areas for hair removal.
Why can't I treat myself if I have an "active" suntan?
Do not use Silk'n on tanned skin or after sun exposure! Tanned skin and particularly following sun exposure, contains large quantities of the pigment Melanin. This applies to all skin types and complexions, including those which don’t seem to tan quickly. The presence of large quantities of Melanin exposes the skin to higher risk of adverse effects when using Silk'n including burns, blisters, and skin color changes (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation).
How often should I use Silk’n?
Treatment sessions with Silk’n should be spaced every two weeks for the first three to four sessions. After that treatments should be done if the hairs have grown back, until the desired results are achieved.
Is the Silk’n effective on white, grey or blonde hair?
Silk’n treatments work best on darker hair types, or hair that contains more melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives hair and skin its colour, and will absorb light energy. Black and dark brown respond the best, although brown and light brown hair will also respond but typically require more treatments. Red may show some response. White, grey or blonde hairs don’t usually response to Silk’n treatments though some users have noted results after multiple treatments.
Can I use Silk’n on brown or black skin?
Do not use Silk’n on naturally dark skin completion! Silk’n removes unwanted hair by selectively addressing hair pigment. Varied quantities of pigment also exist in the surrounding tissue of skin. The quantity of pigment in a particular person’s skin, which is manifested by their skin complexion, determines the degree of risk they are exposed to using Silk’n. Treating dark skin with Silk’n can result in adverse effects such as burns, blisters, and skin color changes (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation).
Can a man use Silk’n?
Although hairs on men, typically those on the chest, will require more treatments than that of women to get the desired results, Silk’n may be used by men. As with all users of Silk’n, the use on men's facial hair, such as the beard and mustache, is not recommended.
Why is my hair growing, even though I treated it a week ago?
It is quite common for hair to appear as if it is still growing up to two weeks after a treatment with Silk’n. This process is known as “ejection” and at around two-weeks you’ll see that these hairs simply fall out or slide out with a slight tug. (We don’t however recommend pulling on the hairs – just let them come out naturally.) It is also possible that some hairs, due to missed treatment or different stages of growth, were not affected by the Silk’n treatment. These hairs will be treated in follow-up sessions, and hence the reason multiple treatments are needed to get the best result with Silk’n.
How often do I need to replace the lamp cartridge?
The lamp cartridge life is limited to approximately 750 shots, which is enough shots to treat an entire body once, or achieve multiple treatments on the legs only, underarms only, and so on. The warning lights on the Silk’n control panel will let you know when you are close to or have reached the 750 shot limit.
Should I do anything before treating with Silk’n?
Before any Silk’n treatment it is important to avoid sun exposure on the treated area for at least four weeks. A high level UV Sun Screen (SPF 50+) will help, as will clothing covering the treated area. The area to be treated should also be cleaned with mild soap and water, and the hairs shaved down to skin level.
How long should I wait to treat with Silk’n after unprotected exposure to the sun?
As noted in the manual one should wait 4 weeks before treating with Silk’n after unprotected exposure to the sun.
Do I need special eye protection when using Silk'n?
Silk'n has been designed with eye safety in mind, and special eye protection is not required. The unique safety system of the Silk'n applicator assures safe and proper treatment on the target hairs only when the applicator tip is placed firmly on the treatment area. Some flashing light will be seen around the side of the treatment area, but is not harmful and similar to what one sees from a camera flash
Pulsed Light
