hair removal for her customers with our 808nm diode laser hair removal machine. What is the different treatment feeling between IPL and diode laser? 1. "Laser feels like being flicked with a hot elastic band," explains Thomas, but it does vary from laser to laser. Most experts also agree that laser is considerably less painful than IPL. 2. Diode laser incorporates crystal freeze refrigeration contact cooling (-4~10â) to protect the surface of the skin, making the treatment a comfortable, pain-free experience for patients. 3. On the higher setting, some users might feel the sensation of a rubber band snapping against the skin or a warm pricking feeling, while others report no discomfort. It varies per user