IPL Permanent Hair Reduction

Hair Removal

IPL Permanent Hair Reduction

4.9 · 170+ Google reviews

Long-term, light-based hair reduction that's fast and comfortable. Our IPL, SHR and E-Light technology gently disables the hair follicle to reduce unwanted hair over a course of sessions, anywhere on the face or body, with no downtime.

Total $50.00

Pay now, book your visits whenever suits you. Your course is saved to your account and redeemed visit by visit.

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The treatment

What is IPL, SHR & E-Light?

IPL, SHR and E-Light is a light-based treatment for long-term hair reduction.

IPL uses pulses of light to heat and disable the hair follicle. SHR is the latest evolution of that technology, gently heating the area for a faster, more comfortable treatment. E-Light adds RF energy to help treat stubborn, lighter hairs that resist other methods. Suitable almost anywhere on the face and body, it reduces unwanted hair over a course of sessions, so over time you spend far less on razors, waxing and shaving.

What it helps with

Made for the concern you came in with.

Areas

FaceUpper lipUnderarmsArmsBackChestStomachLegsBikiniBrazilianButtocksToes

Concerns it targets

This is for you if

  • Long-term reduction of unwanted hair
  • Fast, comfortable sessions, even for sensitive skin
  • Almost any area, face or body
  • Reducing the cost and hassle of shaving and waxing over time
  • Stubborn or lighter hairs (with E-Light) that resist other methods

Not sure which applies to you? A skin consultation maps it to a plan.

How it works

How your treatment works.

Light-based hair reduction targets the hair at its root:

  • IPL delivers pulses of light energy that are absorbed by the hair and converted to heat, disabling the follicle and its stem cells.
  • SHR gently raises the temperature of the area with rapid pulses, which is faster and more comfortable than traditional IPL.
  • E-Light adds RF energy to the light, improving absorption so even stubborn, lighter hairs can be treated.

Because hair grows in cycles, a course of sessions treats each follicle at the right stage, reducing hair over time.

What to expect

Appointment
Quick, with SHR taking around half the time of standard IPL; varies by area
Downtime
None
Sessions
A course of sessions spaced apart for long-term reduction
How to care for your skin afterwards

Been here before?

You've probably already spent money on skin that didn't change.

Real skin concerns don't respond to guesswork, or to whatever machine a clinic happens to own. They respond to the right treatment, at the right depth, in the right order. That is the difference between spending on your skin and actually solving it.

Why Cronulla Skin Sanctuary

Real results and genuine care

For twenty years the Shire has trusted the Sanctuary to take the guesswork out of skin. Paramedical treatments, honest advice, and a therapist who holds your history: that is the difference between a fluffy facial and a plan that actually changes your skin.

20 yearscaring for Shire skin
4.9from 170+ Google reviews
6 therapistswho know your skin
Meet your therapists

Your first appointment

The first appointment isn't a treatment.

It's ninety minutes of working out what's actually going on, what you've already tried, and what's realistic. You leave with a plan in writing covering treatment, homecare and the order to do them in.

$85Skin consultation, about 90 minutes. Virtual consultation $60.
  1. 01

    Your skin, read properly.

    A full skin analysis including imaging, plus a conversation about what you've used before and how your skin reacted.

  2. 02

    You get the plan in writing.

    What to treat first and why, what each stage costs, and roughly how long it takes. If you do not need a treatment yet, that is the answer.

  3. 03

    You start when you're ready.

    The same therapist follows your progress and adjusts the plan as your skin responds.

The plan is yours to keep whether or not you book anything on the day.

A skin consultation at Cronulla Skin Sanctuary

Client review

I am a beauty therapist and educator at TAFE and would only trust my skin to the specialists at Cronulla Skin Sanctuary. Their education and training, equipment and machinery are second to none.

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Before you book

The honest bit: what's normal, and when to wait.

Every skin is different. Here is what tends to happen afterwards, and the times it is worth pausing to check with your therapist first.

What's normal afterwards

SHR is comfortable with no downtime. Straight afterwards the area can look slightly pink and feel warm, like mild sunburn, which usually settles within a few hours.

Your skin can be more sensitive to sun for a short while, so daily SPF and avoiding sun exposure between sessions is important.

When to check with us first

Light-based hair reduction uses light and, with E-Light, RF energy, so please let us know before you book if any of the following apply:

  • You have a recent tan (real or fake) or sunburn on the area
  • You take medication or have a condition that increases light sensitivity
  • You have a pacemaker or another implanted electronic device (relevant for E-Light's RF)
  • You have tattoos or permanent makeup in the area to be treated
  • You have an active skin infection, cold sore, or broken or inflamed skin on the area
  • You're pregnant and would prefer to check first

Not sure it is right for you? A consultation covers your history, your skin and your goals before anything begins.

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Good to know

Your questions, answered.

Everything worth knowing before your appointment. Still unsure which treatment suits you? A quick consultation sorts it out.

What's the difference between IPL, SHR and E-Light?

They're related light-based technologies for long-term hair reduction:

  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) reduces hair by using light energy to heat and disable the hair follicle.
  • SHR (Super Hair Reduction) is the latest evolution of IPL, gently heating the area for a more comfortable, faster treatment.
  • E-Light combines IPL with RF (radio frequency) energy for better absorption, which helps treat stubborn, lighter hairs that resist other methods.
How fast are treatments?

Faster than ever. Our SHR technology takes around half the time of a typical IPL session, so you're in and out quickly.

Does IPL Hair Reduction hurt?

SHR is designed to be very comfortable. Most people feel only a gentle warmth, which makes it a favourite even for sensitive skin or a low pain threshold.

How do I book an appointment?

Book online any time, or call the clinic during opening hours. New to a treatment? A short skin consultation is the best place to start.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. Zip is available at checkout, so you can pay over time, and our skin memberships spread the cost of a course. Packages can be used up to 12 months later.

Will I need a consultation first?

For most advanced treatments, yes. A consultation checks your skin and history so your plan is safe, and it counts toward your treatment. Browse all treatments or ask us which suits you.

Where are you and is there parking?

You will find the clinic in the heart of Cronulla, with street parking close by. Full directions and opening hours are on our contact page.