IPL vs True Laser

What's the difference between IPL and actual laser hair removal? The salon near me offers IPL and says it's basically the same thing but cheaper. Should I just go with that?

They're not the same thing. Laser uses a single wavelength of light that's more precise and powerful, while IPL uses broad spectrum light that's less focused. Laser generally gives better, more permanent results especially on finer or lighter hair. IPL can work for some people but it's less effective overall. If you're investing time and money in this, real laser is worth it.

I actually tried IPL first because it was cheaper and honestly regretted it. Saw minimal results after multiple sessions. Then I switched to real laser hair removal in Chicago at https://bellasanamedspa.com/service/laser-hair-removal and the difference was night and day. The laser was more effective from the first session. Sometimes paying a bit more upfront saves you money in the long run because it actually works. Don't make the same mistake I did - go with proper laser technology from the start.