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The Strip Manila IPL Ace Review

By Ethel Merioles @kaxmerio

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A few days ago I wrote a blog post announcing that Strip's 2-in-1 skin treatment is now available in Manila. Today I finally got a chance to try the Strip IPL Ace treatment, so I can share my thoughts and write a quick review about the latest service offering. (Being a guinea pig for the sake of beauty is kind of nerve-racking most of the time, but I guess I should get used to it.) First of all, let me just say that the services being offered by Strip are among the most expensive in the market. But then the value of each service is quite high, too, offering a luxurious and thorough pampering that every lady/diva needs. The IPL Ace session for underarms, for instance, can set you back Php7,500, and even if you availed the package of 6 sessions you will still have to shell out Php20,00 (unless you have an HSBC or Citibank credit card with you, in which case you can just conveniently pay for the sessions via installment).

Good thing I was a first-timer! Strip Manila offers a 50% discount on any IPL Ace trial session.

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Room paraphernalia

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The IPL hand-piece

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The V Blush head gives off different amount of light.

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The IPL Machines

Hair removal procedures vary in benefits and cost, and IPL is usually one that can cost a lot but let you reap better rewards in the long run. For one thing, one of the key benefits of IPL hair removal is the substantial reduction of ingrown hair occurrence. (I tend to be one of those people who suffers from ingrown hairs, so IPL is an attractive option for me.)

The IPL Ace underarm procedure begins with an experienced Strip technician (should she still be called a Striperella?) cleaning the underarm area and making sure that all underarm hair has been shaved. After that, cooling gel is applied on the skin, and an IPL hand-piece is carefully glided around the area for a few minutes. Once that is done, an additional layer of cooling gel is applied, and a different hand-piece is used to lighten skin pigmentation and improve skin texture. The cooling gel is then removed with a wooden spatula, and a thin layer of Strip's Ice Cream is applied to treated skin. The entire session lasts 30-40 minutes.

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Result!

PROS

1. Absolutely painless! I have tried IPL at a dermatology clinic before, and the difference between that service and IPL Ace is like night and day! There was no stinging sensation afterwards, either.

2. Immediate results! Since the second part of the IPL Ace treatment involves skin rejuvenation, any customer can expect an improved underarm appearance. It seems that what IPL Ace claims about the 10% textural improvement per session rings true!

CON

Pricey. The 2-in-1 treatment costs double the regular IPL service at a reputable dermatology clinic. The available packages are good, although the installment plans are limited.

Strip Manila Fortune Cookies Freebie

I got a free box of fortune cookies too.

 
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Strip Manila beauty products: Malin+Goetz, Maui Babe and My Amazing Blow Dry Secret

Strip Manila Branches 2F Serendra Bonifacio High St. Bonifacio Global City Taguig Sun-Thurs: 11AM to 9PM Fri-Sat: 11AM to 10PM 4F Greenbelt 5 Phase 2 Legaspi Street, Ayala Center Makati Store Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11AM to 9PM Fri-Sat: 11AM to 10PM  

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