Sciton Forever Bare BBL™ Permanent Hair Removal
BBL Hair Removal (a type of IPL)
Hair removal with BroadBand Light (BBL) is another method of reducing and eliminating unwanted hair permanently. This treatment uses light therapy to significantly reduce hair by targeting and injuring hair follicles without harming the surrounding skin.
Comfort, safety, and effectiveness
Unlike traditional hair reduction devices that apply energy to an area all at once, Forever Bare BBL uses motion technology to deliver a low fluence in multiple pulses, protecting the surrounding skin while progressively raising the follicle temperature to the optimal level for effective hair removal.
For maximum comfort, a sapphire plate on the handpiece provides continuous cooling, even at maximum power, to cool the skin before, during, and after treatment. This technology for heating and cooling makes Forever Bare BBL™ safe, effective, and comfortable for all skin types.
Speed and flexibility
Forever Bare BBL™ Hair Removal is one of the fastest hair removal treatments in Singapore to see results. It evenly heats hair follicles throughout the treatment area, minimizing missed spots that are common in other treatments. Like other BBL treatments, Forever Bare BBL comes with adapters for different spot sizes, so you can treat both small and large areas precisely and quickly.
The treatment is different than what you would experience at other typical salons that utilises lower energy IPL, often operated by a therapist, and require repeated treatments to see noticeable results.
The Aesthetic Studio Clinic & Surgery utilises a medical-grade Sciton Forever Bare BBL™ Hair Removal technology by a licensed, medical aesthetic doctor and is able to provide a more efficient treatment than that from salons, requiring only one or two treatments to remove unwanted hair permanently.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forever Bare BBL™
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN IPL, BBL AND LASER HAIR REMOVAL?
The difference lies in its technology and how they work — IPL Hair Removal uses bursts of light energy while BBL Hair Removal utilises multiple wavelengths of light to target unwanted hair at the source — the melanin in hair follicles, hence resulting in the permanent removal of unwanted hair. This provides more effective and faster results.
Laser Hair Removal, on the other hand, emits light in a sudden burst of energy. BBL Hair Removal is typically more comfortable than laser hair removal.
HOW DO BBL HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENTS WORK?
Also known as Broadband Light therapy, BBL Hair Removal treatments remove unwanted hair through a process called photo-epilation. This is based on the principle of selective photothermolysis, where light energy is absorbed into the target hair follicles while protecting the surrounding, healthy skin tissue.
While it is still a light source, BBL works differently than conventional laser systems. Instead, BBL systems use a broad light spectrum of light with wavelengths ranging from 590 to 1200 nm (green, yellow, orange, red, and infrared). The wavelengths emit light energy in carefully timed pulses to maximise the effectiveness of the treatment. At the same time, this decreases the risk of skin damage and minimises pain for the patient.
HOW IS BBL HaIR REMOVAL PERFORMED?
During the treatment, a gel is applied to the treatment area in order to focus the light energy and cool the top skin layer. A handheld device is then placed on the skin and the treatment begins. The light energy heats and damages the hair follicle, typically causing the hair follicle to stop functioning. BBL technology allows your doctor provide a procedure that is gentle and non-invasive.
Our BBL Hair Removal treatment can also be customised to your specific skin colour, hair colour and hair density. It can be used on:
All skin types
Wide range of hair colours, from light brown to dark black hair.
Different skin complexions, from porcelain white through olive to dark brown.
Hair on most parts of the body can be treated, no matter how deep the hair follicles reside. Unwanted hair on sensitive areas like the lips, ears, nose, underarms, and bikini line can also be treated.
BBL can also treat very large areas at one time. Approximately 100 to 200 hairs can be treated with each flash of the light. Larger patches of hair on the legs, back and chest can be treated quickly in a single session. It can also be used for small delicate areas as well. Because of the length of time associated with other hair removal treatments, BBL may be a fast way to achieve a hair-free look.
WHAT IS THE RECOVERY PERIOD OF BBL HAIR REMOVAL LIKE?
Other than keeping the treated area protected from sunlight for a few weeks, you can return to your full, normal routines immediately. Slight redness similar to a mild sunburn may occur. This usually disappears over a few days.
When using BBL for laser hair removal it is very important to minimise strong sun exposure for a minimum of 1 month. If you are likely to be tan (e.g. just after a holiday) after being exposed to the sun, our 1064 NdYAG laser hair removal would be a more appropriate choice of treatment.
DOES BBL (IPL) HAIR REMOVAL WORK? IS IT PERMANENT?
Yes, BBL hair removal is very effective at reducing unwanted hair. We tend to term it as BBL Hair Reduction rather than removal as 100% removal cannot be guaranteed with any hair removal technology but significant permanent hair reduction is achieved with BBL Hair Removal treatments. The results are permanent, which means once the hair follicle is killed, it can no longer grow.
DOES HAIR EVER GROW BACK AFTER BBL HAIR REMOVAL?
Hairs that are in the active growing phase during BBL Hair Removal treatment do not grow back once it is killed. However, new hair growth may occur from follicles that were not in the active growing phase and that is the reason why 6-8 sessions are recommended to achieve a complete hair reduction.
HOW MANY bbl HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENTS ARE NEEDED to see results?
BBL Hair Removal can be effective after just one treatment but one treatment only will NOT treat all the hair follicles in the treated area because hair grows in 3 different stages. You will still notice a significant hair reduction after one treatment, but patients need at least 6 treatments to ensure that all follicles are treated when they are in their active growing phase over the course of a series of treatments.
Hair follicles grow in a cyclical fashion and only growing follicles are targeted by BBL Hair Removal treatments. Hence, we recommend multiple sessions to ensure maximum effectiveness. Typically, patients will need to have 6 – 8 BBL hair removal treatments to achieve their goals. Though, you may require fewer sessions depending on your skin type, hair’s texture and color.
DOES BBL HAIR REMOVAL WORK ON POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME (PCOS) conditions?
Yes, BBL Hair Removal is effective hair reduction therapy for women with PCOS who deal with the problem of hirsutism or unwanted hair growth. We have had extensive experience in successfully treating women suffering from PCOS.
HOW LONG DO BBL HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENTS TAKE?
Smaller areas such as the lip and chin take as little as 5 minutes. Underarms and bikini hair removal treatments take approximately 15 minutes. Larger treatment areas such as the back, arms or legs take longer, from 30 to 45 minutes (for both arms or both legs).
IS BBL HAIR REMOVAL SAFE?
BBL technology is developed by a doctor, and the hair removal process is deemed to be very safe and comfortable. The procedure, however, should only be administered in a medically-licensed facility by a certified, experienced doctor. BBL Hair Removal is safe to be used on all body parts, including the face, neck, décolletage, back, underarms, bikini line, legs and arms.
However, light energy emitted during a laser or a BBL technology can be harmful to the eyes. Hence, we provide special safety protective eyewear and it is necessary to wear them throughout the hair removal procedure to ensure your safety. The eyewear that is provided is specific to the treatment being done to ensure that proper eyewear is used for the specific wavelength involved in the treatment.
DOES BBL HAIR REMOVAL HURT?
BBL Hair Removal is known to be more comfortable than other hair removal methods (e.g. Laser Hair Removal), and most patients who have tried them have feedback that the treatments are well-tolerated with little to no discomfort. You may feel a warm, band-snapping or pin-prick sensation during the treatment. Depending on your pain tolerance, our BBL Hair Removal treatments can be adjusted to suit different individuals.
DO I NEED TO SHAVE BEFORE A BBL HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENT?
Before your pre-consultation, it is best to leave an area unshaven so that the doctor can determine the colour and texture of your hair to ensure that you are a suitable candidate for BBL Hair Removal.
Once it is decided that you are a good candidate for BBL hair removal, for maximum effectiveness it is recommended you shave the area to be treated prior to your BBL Hair Removal treatment. Note that you should avoid waxing, tweezing, and bleaching the hair prior to hair removal treatments and during the course of treatment as these grooming activities can decrease the effectiveness of the treatments.
Hair needs to be present in the follicle for BBL treatments to be most effective. Since waxing or plucking pulls hair out of the follicle, recently waxed or plucked areas will not be suitable for treatment.
Things to take note of before a bbl hair removal treatment:
Avoid medications such as antibiotics that increase your skin’s sensitivity to light
Usage of skin care products such as Retin-A, Differin, Renova, Glycolic or AHAs (Alpha-hydroxy acids) can cause your skin to be more sensitive and should be discontinued a week before BBL treatments.
Please also note that BBL Hair Removal is not recommended for pregnant women as there are no clinical studies evaluating hair removal in pregnant women.
HOW MUCH DOES BBL HAIR REMOVAL COST IN SINGAPORE?
The costs of BBL Hair Removal treatments in Singapore vary depending on the size of the area to be treated. The Aesthetic Studio Clinic & Surgery treatments are performed by licensed medical doctors that have been trained in the use of BBL technology, and we offer a competitive pricing for multiple sessions.
Call us today at (+65) 6737-1100 to find out more or to schedule a hair removal consultation with our aesthetic doctors.
Make an appointment with our aesthetic doctors to assess if BBL is the right treatment for you.