At-home IPL with a cooling lens, so the flashes stop stinging
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- dark hair on lighter skin, and people who already abandoned a stingy IPL device
- Skip if
- IPL works on pigment contrast, so it does very little for blonde, red, gray, or white hair regardless of how many sessions you run
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The Nood Flasher Pro is an at-home IPL device, meaning it uses broad-spectrum pulsed light rather than a true laser to target pigment in the hair follicle and slow regrowth over a course of weekly sessions. Its differentiator is the CryoSoothe cooling plate, which chills the skin during each flash, since the sting is the main reason people abandon at-home IPL after a few weeks. Five comfort levels let you start low. A second Ageless lens swaps in for skin-firming treatments. It is a one-time purchase with a lifetime flash replacement guarantee, so no cartridges to rebuy. IPL works by targeting pigment contrast, so it is far less effective on very light blonde, red, gray, or white hair. Best fit: dark hair on lighter skin, and people who already abandoned a stingy IPL device.
Pros
- CryoSoothe cooling plate chills the skin during each flash, which is the difference between finishing a course and quitting
- Five comfort levels so you can start conservative and work up
- No cartridges or refills, with a lifetime flash replacement guarantee
- Includes a second Ageless lens for skin-firming treatments on the same handset
Cons
- IPL works on pigment contrast, so it does very little for blonde, red, gray, or white hair regardless of how many sessions you run
Frequently asked questions
Does it work on all hair and skin colors?
No. IPL targets pigment, so it works best on dark hair against lighter skin. Blonde, red, gray, and white hair have too little pigment to respond. Very dark skin tones also carry a burn risk. Check the device's skin tone chart before buying.
How long until you see results?
Most users report visible reduction after several weekly sessions, with fuller results over a course of 8 to 12 weeks. Maintenance sessions are needed afterward.
Is it painful?
IPL produces a warm snapping sensation. The cooling plate and the five comfort levels are specifically there to reduce it, but expect some sensation at higher levels.
Are there ongoing costs?
No. There are no refill cartridges, and the flash replacement guarantee covers the lamp for the life of the device.
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