Laser hair removal works best on people with both dark hair and light skin, as this contrast allows the pigment of their hair to absorb laser light without harming nearby tissue.
People may experience irritation and redness following laser hair removal treatment, which can be reduced with an ice pack application. Patients may also detect a sulfurous smell as their hair vaporizes from heat from the laser’s beams.
No more shaving
No need to fear razor burn or ingrown hairs with laser hair removal, since the laser only targets the pigment of hair instead of damaging surrounding tissue. Although multiple treatments may be necessary before reaching desired results, be wary of tanning agents and lighteners as these may interfere with treatment and slow its progress.
Before your treatment begins, we’ll apply a numbing cream to the area to be treated. Next, we will use Candela Gentle’s advanced dynamic cooling device that blasts cold air directly where laser hair removal targets hair follicles for maximum comfort – depending on which part of your body needs treating, laser hair removal can take from a few minutes up to one hour depending on its area.
Once your treatment is over, your skin may be red or tender and require extra comfort following each session. A cool compress or gel pack may provide extra soothing for this part of the process. In addition, you may experience slight bumps or irritation where laser targets hair follicles – this is normal; just wait until your next appointment before picking or shaving to minimize this complication as too soon or too far out could impede its ability to effectively target those hair follicles.
Your post-treatment instructions will include detailed guidelines designed to protect and achieve optimal results from your treatments, such as avoiding direct sunlight and using sunscreen products, while staying away from heat sources like hot showers and saunas. It’s crucial that you heed these directions in order to protect your skin and achieve positive outcomes. This may include things such as staying out of direct sunlight for too long, using sunscreen on exposed skin areas and staying clear of heat sources like hot showers or saunas.
No more waxing
Laser hair removal could be the permanent solution you’ve been seeking if you’re fed up with shaving and waxing; targeting individual follicles to destroy their ability to produce new hair is what laser does best. Although results from laser aren’t immediate, most people find their hair stopped growing within several sessions; maintenance treatments should still be scheduled once or twice annually as maintenance treatments will catch any stray hairs which remain.
Laser hair removal offers an alternative to waxing that won’t damage the surface of the skin like waxing can do, without leaving redness, bumps and ingrown hairs behind. Laser can lead to smooth, supple skin that looks and feels amazing compared with waxing!
Laser hair removal can be beneficial to most individuals, however prior to proceeding it’s wise to meet with an experienced practitioner first and get their advice. Pregnancy or hormonal changes may trigger additional hair growth so it may be wise to wait until this has subsided before considering laser hair removal as an option.
Procedure is quick and painless; cooling device are placed over the skin before laser treatments take place, taking only minutes or hours for larger areas.
Scarring is a rare side effect of laser hair removal, but it is possible if performed improperly by an inexperienced practitioner. Before having laser hair removal performed it’s wise to ensure your practitioner meets certain standards for registration, training and skill as well as insurance cover – this may also help avoid sun exposure after laser hair removal as sun exposure may lead to skin pigmentation issues and cause pigmentation problems in some individuals.
No more tweezing
Like other hair removal methods, laser hair removal targets individual hairs at their roots rather than at the surface of the skin, eliminating ingrown hairs and itchy or irritated skin. Most patients require 2-6 laser treatments before seeing results; once achieved they may remain hair free for months or years and tend to regrow thinner and lighter colored than before.
Laser pulses only take fractions of a second to respond, enabling users to treat large areas quickly with minimum time investment. Furthermore, it provides much faster relief than shaving or waxing which may take up to an hour per small area.
Laser hair removal does not cause significant pain; however, aftercare instructions should be strictly observed to promote healthy healing and minimize adverse side effects. This includes staying out of direct sunlight after treatment as well as using SPF 30+ sunscreen on treated areas.
Before your procedure begins, a topical gel may be provided for application on the area to help reduce sensation of the laser prick and make it more comfortable. Goggles will also be worn to protect eyes from laser beam exposure; depending on which laser type is being used, cooling gel may also be applied directly onto skin surface.
Laser hair removal is generally safe for most individuals, although pregnant women or those taking medications which could alter skin sensitivity should not undergo laser hair removal. Furthermore, children and people with a history of herpes or infectious diseases should not opt for this form of hair removal either.
No more plucking
Unwanted hair growth is a problem both men and women face. Shaving, waxing and tweezing may leave behind stubborn stubble or ingrown hairs which require further treatments to get rid of. Laser hair removal provides a safe and cost-effective solution, as it helps prevent future unwanted growth while saving both money and time over time.
Laser hair removal sessions involve pressing a handheld device against the skin and activating its laser light emission, typically taking only minutes for small areas such as chins or up to an hour for larger ones such as legs. You may experience mild discomfort similar to that experienced when sunbathing but this should dissipate quickly after use; use cold compresses or aloe vera gel post treatment to soothe any redness or inflammation caused by laser therapy.
Before your treatment begins, it’s best to wait a few days and refrain from plucking, shaving or waxing hair in areas to be treated – this will allow the laser to work effectively and ensure hairs remain present so it can do its work effectively. Tanning should also be avoided in this region.
After your laser hair removal treatment has been completed, no more hairs will grow before scheduling your next appointment – saving both time and money with frequent wax treatments, razors or depilatory creams.
Laser hair removal differs from electrolysis in that there is no cutting into the skin and therefore poses little risk of infection or irritation, making this treatment suitable for all skin types and perfect for both men and women looking to stop or reduce unwanted hair growth.
No more hair removal creams
Laser hair removal is a fast and painless way to get rid of unwanted body hair. Additionally, laser hair removal has also proven successful at eliminating ingrown hairs, razor bumps, itching, scarring and skin damage caused by shaving, waxing or threading hair removal methods.
Laser hair removal technology is highly precise, targeting coarse dark hairs without harming surrounding tissue. To maximize results and avoid potential side effects from laser treatment, it is vital that aftercare instructions and precautionary measures be followed carefully and consulted with a dermatologist prior to scheduling your first appointment – they can offer advice regarding potential benefits and risks as well as recommend treatments best suited for your skin type.
After laser treatment, your skin may feel tender and red due to heat produced by the laser, similar to sunburn. To ease discomfort caused by laser hair removal treatments, an ice pack should be applied for several minutes at a time to the affected area or topical anesthetic such as lidocaine or prilocaine can be applied before your session to minimize pain levels during laser hair removal sessions.
Some individuals may notice temporary color changes after laser hair removal, particularly if their skin tone is lighter than their hair color. However, these will subside over time as damaged hair follicles are eliminated and skin naturally regenerates itself.
Laser hair removal offers lasting results compared to shaving, waxing or tweezing which requires constant upkeep. At least six sessions should suffice but you may require maintenance visits every few months or years afterwards, depending on your skin type and hair color.
