Undesired hair is not only a problem for women, but it is equally problematic and inconvenient for men as well. Yes, the beard is associated with masculinity. But, what about the excessive hair on the cheeks beyond the beard line?
Similarly, hairy arms might make you look macho but you would not be very fond of the hair on your shoulders and chest. Just like women, men have the option to wax or shave unwanted hair.
However, the hair in men is much thicker and coarser making shaving more harsh and waxing more painful. Also, the quick hair regrowth needing repetition of the hair removal is yet another headache.
Therefore, Ulike came up with an IPL hair removal device exclusively for men likeAir 10 can also be used for men, let us study the differences between the both to know which one you should spend it onAbout Ulike Air IPL Hair Removal Series
Around a decade ago, Ulike introduced its first FDA-cleared and clinically tested IPL hair removal to solve all hair removal problems of women around the globe. Ulike Air+ was one of its first devices launched and it gained immense popularity.
Then, Ulike released better devices in the coming years, with Ulike Air 3 and Ulike 10 being the most popular options recently. While most of its devices were gender-neutral, women loved them more. Ulike X is a device specially designed for men.
Table of Contents:
- Part 1: Ulike X vs. Air 10 IPL Device: What’s the Difference?
- Part 2: Table of Differences in Ulike X vs. Air 10
Ulike X vs. Air 10 IPL Device: What’s the Difference?
Without any doubt, both devices of Ulike are medical-grade and efficient in what they do. However, let us elaborate on the differences between the both here.
1. Who is it For?
Ulike Air 10 IPL hair removal handset has no specific gender-compatibility compatibility as it removes thick or thin and fine or coarse hair effectively with its dedicated treatment modes. It allows IPL hair removal for men and women.
But, we have to agree that the coarse hair in women can never be as dense as the thick hair in men. This is why men require more sessions to achieve the same results with Ulike Air 10 as compared to women.
In contrast, Ulike X is specifically engineered for men, keeping the thickness, coarseness, and stubbornness of their hair in view. Thus, it is safe to say that Air 10 is for women and Ulike X works better for men.
2. Type of Hair Targeted
Both Ulike Air 10 and Ulike X target every type of hair as long as it has pigment in it. This makes both devices compatible with hair in the following regions,
- Face
- Chest
- Back and shoulders
- Arms and legs
- Abdomen
- Pubic region
- Armpits
However, it is essential to know that Ulike Air 10 works well for stubborn and thick hair while Ulike X is made for coarse and tough hair.
Furthermore, both devices have dual lights to treat the desired treatment area more effectively and 26 J of energy output to kill strong hair follicles.
3. Compatible Skin Tone
When choosing an IPL device, skin tone compatibility is an important factor. Just like hair must have pigment for an IPL device to target it, the lack of pigment in the skin makes hair removal safer.
Ulike Air 10 and Ulike X are both safe and effective for skin tones with a considerable amount of pigment but not for tones with excessive melanin in the skin. Therefore, you can buy these devices if your skin tone falls in any category from FitzPatrick’s skin tone scales of I to V.
However, it is not safe for skin tone of type VI.
4. Results and Their Duration
Here is the recommended timeline of treatment for Ulike hair removal IPL series,
- Week 1 to 4: You should do hair removal sessions on alternate days or 3 times per week in the first month.
- Week 5 to 12: In the next two months, treatment sessions must be done every 15 to 30 days.
- Afterward: After 3 months, you will be free of 99.9% of the hair for the coming 6 months. If you notice any regrowth during this time, you can simply do a quick follow-up.
After following the treatment guidelines mentioned above,
- Women experience 96% hair growth reduction in 2 weeks
- Men experience 94% hair reduction at the same time
5. Safety Mechanisms
For the delicate skin of women, Ulike Air 10 comes with multiple safety mechanisms including,
- Auto-adjustment skin tone sensors to sense the skin tone and adjust the light intensity accordingly
- Smart SkinSensors that only flash when it is in an appropriate contact
- UV filter to protect the skin
These safety mechanisms, along with successful clinical and laboratory tests, allow Ulike devices to be FDA-cleared. With FDA clearance, there is no doubt about the safety of Ulike Air 10 and Ulike X.
6. Design
When it comes to the design of the device, both devices have a classy wand-like design with
- Thumb-press treatment button and indicators in front of the device
- Ventilation windows behind the device
- Power on/off button on the side
Furthermore, the size of the treatment window is also similar. However, the major differences between the designs of both devices are given as,
- Ulike X comes in a black manly color while Ulike Air 10 is either pink or lavender, representing femininity
- As Ulike Air 10 has an SHR mode, its SHR button is placed along the power on/off button and there is no such thing in Ulike X
- The power cord and adaptor are provided separately in Ulike Air 10 but both are available together in Ulike X
7. Treatment Time and Modes
Until now, you must have noticed that there are minor differences between Ulike Air 10 and Ulike X. However, the major difference lies in the intensity of the rays emitted by both devices.
The intensity of light of Ulike X is much higher. This is why it has a shorter treatment time based on the large body surface area in males and comes with the following treatment modes,
- High mode for thick hair removal
- Normal mode for fine hair
- Fast mode for touch-ups
The treatment time of Ulike Air 10 is only 10 to 15 minutes for the full body, all thanks to its wide window and fast flashes. 3 of the treatment modes of Ulike Air 10 are the same as that of Ulike X. In addition, it has
- SHR mode for stubborn hair
Because of the relatively lower intensity, SHR mode is available in Air 10.
8. Suitable for Body Areas
Ulike Air 10 works for,
- Upper lips, chin hair, and sideburns
- Hair on the limbs
- Intimate region hair
- Bikini lines and armpits
- Stomach hair
While Ulike X is suitable for all body areas mentioned above, it is great for,
- Beard
- Coarse chest hair
- Hair on the back and shoulders
- Abdominal hair
9. Price and Package
The packaging of Ulike Air 10 and X has the following products in the box,
- The Ulike Air 10 or Ulike X device
- Charging adaptor and cord
- Goggles for protection against light and UV rays
- Case to store the device
- Razor to prepare the skin for IPL hair removal
Moreover, the price of these devices is given as,
- $429 for Ulike X
- $399 for Ulike Air 10
10. Efficiency of Ice Cooling Technology
IPL hair removal devices have the potential to heat the skin. That is why skin-soothing ice-cooling technology is infused in the Ulike Air series. The sapphire ice-cooling technology lowers the contact temperature of the skin.
- In the case of Ulike X, the temperature is lower to 61 degrees fertility
- In the case of Ulike Air 10, it is lowered to 65 degrees fertility
Table of Differences in Ulike X vs. Air 10
|
Parameter |
Ulike X |
Ulike Air 10 |
|
Available Color |
Black |
Purple or pink |
|
% of Hair Reduction in 2 Weeks |
94% |
96% |
|
Price |
$429 |
$399 |
|
Designed for |
All types of hair in women and fine hair in men |
Thick, stubborn, and coarse hair in men |
|
Energy Output |
26 J |
26 J |
|
Treatment Modes |
4 |
3 |
|
Treatment Time |
10 to 20 minutes |
10 to 20 minutes |
|
Contact Temperature |
65 F |
61 F |
|
SHR mode |
Available |
Not required |
|
Results within |
2 weeks |
2 weeks |
Conclusion
Continuing the legacy of bringing innovation to the IPL hair removal industry, Ulike has launched the Ulike X IPL hair removal handset as a counterpart of Ulike Air 10. Ulike Air 10 has been loved by people of all genders since its release.
However, men had to struggle to achieve the same results with Ulike Air 10 as that of the women, especially on the beard. Now, Ulike X has the same energy output and treatment modes as Ulike Air 10. But, its higher intensity makes it suitable for the thick and coarse hair on the male faces and bodies.
