Lumenis Splendor X · BLEND X® · Finchley, North London

The Splendor X by Lumenis — the most advanced laser hair removal system in the world.

At Radiant Skin House, we use the Splendor X by Lumenis — the world’s first fiber-delivered dual-wavelength laser with BLEND X® technology. Alexandrite 755nm and Nd:YAG 1064nm, fired simultaneously in adjustable proportions. FDA-cleared for all Fitzpatrick skin types. Free consultation in Finchley.
Technology

BLEND X®

Wavelengths

755nm + 1064nm

Skin types

I–VI all treated

FDA cleared

Yes

Splendor X by the numbers

2

Wavelengths fired simultaneously

6/6

Fitzpatrick types treated safely

37%

Larger spot than comparable systems

1st

Fiber-delivered dual-wavelength laser

DCS

Dual cooling — tip + air combined

FDA

Cleared for all skin types
About Lumenis
Lumenis has been developing medical laser technology since 1966 — over 60 years of clinical laser engineering. The Splendor X is their flagship hair removal platform, built to the standard of a medical device manufacturer, not a consumer electronics company. When Radiant Skin House invested in the Splendor X, we chose equipment that is used in leading clinics and hospitals worldwide and is backed by published clinical research.
Why the technology matters

Not all lasers are equal — and the difference directly affects your results.

When a client books laser hair removal, they are typically thinking about the number of sessions and the final result. What most people don’t know is that the single most significant variable in how many sessions they need — and whether the treatment is safe for their skin — is the laser system the clinic uses. Two clinics charging similar prices can be operating systems that produce fundamentally different outcomes.

The Splendor X, made by Lumenis, is the most advanced laser hair removal system available. It is not an incremental improvement on existing technology — it introduces capabilities that no previous system has had, beginning with BLEND X®: the ability to fire two different wavelengths simultaneously, in adjustable proportions for each individual client.

For decades, every clinic had to choose a single laser wavelength. Alexandrite 755nm for fair skin, Nd:YAG 1064nm for dark skin, or a Diode 810nm as a compromise that is optimal for neither. Each choice came with trade-offs. Clients with medium or olive skin — a significant proportion of North London’s diverse population — fell between the optimal ranges of every single-wavelength system.

The Splendor X eliminates every one of these trade-offs. It treats all six Fitzpatrick skin types with a blend calibrated specifically for each individual — not a compromise, but a custom configuration. The result is better efficacy, better safety, and genuinely fewer sessions needed to achieve the same permanent reduction.

Technology features

Six Splendor X features — and why each one improves your results.

Every feature below is a verified, Lumenis-published specification. These are not marketing claims — they are engineering decisions that have direct, measurable effects on treatment efficacy, safety, and comfort.

BLEND X® — Simultaneous Dual Wavelength

The world’s first laser to simultaneously fire Alexandrite 755nm and Nd:YAG 1064nm in adjustable proportions. No other system can do this. The ratio is customised for each client’s skin type: Alexandrite-dominant for fair skin, Nd:YAG-dominant for dark skin, a calibrated blend for everyone in between. The result is optimal efficacy AND safety for every individual — with no compromise.

Square Spot — No Gaps, No Overlaps

Every other laser fires a round spot. Round spots leave diamond-shaped gaps between pulses, forcing practitioners to overlap each pulse to fill them — introducing inconsistency, hot spots at overlap zones, and missed follicles. The Splendor X fires a precisely square beam that tiles the skin perfectly. Complete coverage with zero gaps. Every follicle in the treatment zone receives exactly the same energy — not more, not less. Combined with a spot size 37% larger than comparable systems, treatments are faster and more consistent.

Fiber-Delivered Laser — Consistent Beam Quality

The Splendor X is the first fiber-delivered dual-wavelength hair removal laser. Fiber delivery ensures the laser beam maintains consistent quality from the source to the handpiece — eliminating the degradation in beam uniformity that articulated arm systems experience over time. The result is consistent energy delivery session to session, and consistent results for the client.

UV ChronoLight Marker — Precise Coverage Tracking

The Splendor X incorporates a UV marker system that marks the skin in real time during treatment, visible only under UV light. The practitioner can see exactly which areas have already been treated, ensuring complete coverage of the treatment zone without missed areas or accidental double-treating. This UV marker system provides real-time coverage tracking during treatment. The UV marker is harmless and requires no removal after each session.

DCS — Dual Cooling System

Most laser systems use a single cooling method. The Splendor X incorporates a Dual Cooling System (DCS) that combines a cooled contact tip AND cooled air delivered simultaneously throughout treatment. The contact tip cools the skin surface immediately before the laser pulse; the cooled air maintains skin temperature continuously. Together, they reduce discomfort significantly — making the Splendor X one of the most comfortable laser hair removal systems available, particularly for sensitive areas.

Integrated Plume Evacuator — Safety & Comfort

Laser treatment produces a small amount of smoke and odour as hair follicles are treated. The Splendor X has a fully integrated plume evacuator built directly into the handpiece that removes this smoke and odour in real time throughout the session. This is a safety and comfort feature not found on standard laser systems — it eliminates the need for a separate vacuum unit and keeps the treatment environment clean for both practitioner and client.
Customised for your skin

How BLEND X® is calibrated for each Fitzpatrick skin type.

The Splendor X’s wavelength blend is configured at your consultation and can be adjusted between sessions as your skin changes with the seasons. This level of individual customisation is impossible with any single-wavelength system.

I–II

Very fair to fair

BLEND X®: Alexandrite dominant

Maximum Alexandrite efficacy. Strong melanin contrast in the follicle produces fast, powerful results.

III

Medium / light olive

BLEND X®: Alexandrite dominant + Nd:YAG component
Alexandrite delivers high efficacy; the Nd:YAG component reduces risk for medium skin. Excellent results with safety margin.

IV

Olive / medium brown

BLEND X®: Balanced blend of both wavelengths
Equal weighting balances Alexandrite efficacy and Nd:YAG safety for olive skin. Strong results, safe profile. Nd:YAG also verified by patch test.

V

Brown

BLEND X®: Nd:YAG dominant + small Alexandrite component

Nd:YAG dominant to protect surface melanin. Small Alexandrite component boosts efficacy beyond pure Nd:YAG. Unique to BLEND X® — impossible with single-wavelength systems.

V

Deep brown / black

BLEND X®: Nd:YAG 1064nm only
Pure Nd:YAG. No Alexandrite. The 1064nm wavelength bypasses surface melanin entirely and targets the follicle safely. Complete coverage with square spot; comfort maintained by DCS.
How it compares

Splendor X vs other laser and light systems.

How the Splendor X compares to the technology used at most other laser clinics and salons in North London.
Feature Splendor X
(Radiant Skin House)
Diode 810nm IPL
(salon standard)
Nd:YAG only
Technology BLEND X® — dual wavelength simultaneous Single wavelength 810nm Broadband light (not laser) Single wavelength 1064nm
Wavelengths 755nm Alex + 1064nm Nd:YAG simultaneously 810nm only 500–1200nm broadband 1064nm only
Skin types All Fitzpatrick I–VI safely I–IV (limited for dark skin) I–III only III–VI
Spot shape Square — complete coverage, no gaps Round — gaps between pulses Rectangular Round — gaps between pulses
Spot size 37% larger than comparable systems Standard Standard Standard
Beam delivery Fiber-delivered — consistent beam quality Articulated arm N/A (flashlamp) Articulated arm
Treatment marking UV marker — shows exactly where treated None None None
Sessions needed Fewer — dual-wavelength efficacy Standard 6–8 8–12+ (less effective) Standard 6–8
Cooling system DCS — cooled tip + cooled air simultaneously Contact cooling Variable Contact cooling only
Plume evacuator Integrated — removes smoke/odour during treatment Not included Not included Not included
FDA cleared Yes — all skin types Yes Varies by device Yes

IPL — widely used in salons and high-street chains

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is not a laser. It uses a broadband flashlamp emitting visible light across a wide spectrum (500–1200nm). The energy is unfocused and much of it is absorbed by the skin rather than the hair follicle. IPL is less precise, less powerful per pulse, and not appropriate for medium to dark skin tones.

IPL is less regulated than medical laser and is widely found in beauty salons, spa chains, and budget hair removal services. Many clients who have experienced disappointing laser results elsewhere have actually been treated with IPL.

  • Not a laser — broadband unfocused light
  • Weaker per pulse — requires more sessions
  • Not safe for Fitzpatrick III+ skin tones
  • Less regulated — common in salon environments
  • No UV tracking, no dual cooling, no plume evacuator

Splendor X — medical-grade laser at Radiant Skin House

The Splendor X is a medical device. It delivers calibrated laser energy at two precise wavelengths via fiber delivery — targeting the melanin in the hair follicle with precision no broadband light source can match. Manufactured by Lumenis to medical device standards, FDA-cleared for all skin types.

If you have previously had treatment elsewhere and were disappointed with the results, it is worth finding out whether you received medical-grade laser or IPL — the difference in outcome is significant.

  • Medical-grade dual-wavelength laser — precise and powerful
  • BLEND X® calibrated for your skin type — optimised per client
  • Safe for all Fitzpatrick I–VI skin types — including dark skin
  • UV ChronoLight tracking — complete coverage assured
  • DCS dual cooling + integrated plume evacuator — safe and comfortable
More than hair removal

The Splendor X also treats a wide range of skin conditions.

Because the Splendor X combines two wavelengths with adjustable parameters, it is not limited to hair removal. The same FDA-cleared system is used to treat vascular lesions, pigmented lesions, acne, and for skin rejuvenation — making it one of the most versatile laser platforms available in North London.

Vascular Lesions

Thread veins, spider veins, broken capillaries, and facial redness — targeted with long-pulsed Nd:YAG 1064nm.

Pigmented Lesions

Sun spots, age spots, freckles, and post-inflammatory pigmentation — addressed with Alexandrite 755nm melanin targeting.

Skin Rejuvenation

Photorejuvenation for uneven skin tone, dull complexion, and diffuse redness — using both wavelengths in combination.

Acne Treatment

Long-pulsed Nd:YAG reduces sebaceous gland activity and acne-causing bacteria. Safe for Fitzpatrick IV–VI darker skin tones.
Suitability confirmed at your free consultation — patch test included for all skin treatments.

Experience the Splendor X at Radiant Skin House, Finchley.

Free consultation and patch test included. We’ll configure your individual BLEND X® ratio and discuss realistic results for your skin and hair profile. 19 Station Road, Finchley · 1 min from Finchley Central Tube.
19 Station Road, Finchley, London N3 · Next to Finchley Central Tube · Free nearby parking