Laser energy goes beyond shaving, plucking or waxing by targeting individual hair follicles to prevent future growth. Laser light targets melanin in hair follicles where it converts to heat energy that destroys them permanently.
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1. Experience
Shaving, waxing and tweezing are common methods for removing unwanted hair. Unfortunately, these methods can be time-consuming and ineffective; furthermore they require repeated sessions over time to see any real results. Laser hair removal offers a safer and more effective alternative solution.
As opposed to traditional methods, laser hair removal does not damage surrounding tissues or the skin itself. Instead, laser light targets pigment (color) of hair follicles and heats them, thus disabling future growth. This procedure is safe for most areas of body including face, underarms, bikini line, legs and back.
As part of their preparation, technicians will first ensure all hair is trimmed, jewelry or clothing that could ignite, and you are not wearing anything that could catch on fire are removed. A topical numbing cream may also be applied depending on the size and scope of the area being treated. Next, pulses of laser light are directed toward deep ingrown hair follicles where melanin absorbs it to convert it to heat energy which destroys them while an intensive blast of cooling spray protects and enhances comfort during treatment. Finally, laser light pulses targeted directly at hair follicles which produces heat energy upon melanin absorption which converts laser light directly to heat energy which kills them off while blasts of cooling spray keep surfaces free during treatment to maximize comfort during treatment sessions.
At Coastal Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center, our modern equipment has been clinically demonstrated to be safe for all skin tones. This ensures you will achieve the results you seek regardless of whether you have dark or light-skinned hair.
At your initial consultation, our team will review your medical history and assess your suitability for laser hair removal. They will examine your skin tone to ensure it matches up well with this procedure, before performing a patch test to test for skin sensitivity. It is important to avoid sun exposure for four to eight weeks prior to treatment as lasers react by targeting pigment instead of light skin; should this prove successful, a treatment plan with multiple sessions over a set period may be created accordingly.
2. Equipment
Laser hair removal differs from traditional methods in that it targets both the root of each follicle rather than just its surface, not only targeting surface hair. When light from a laser is converted into heat it absorbs pigment from hair follicles which then destroy them permanently and stop future hair growth from the same site. Furthermore, this treatment is safe and effective across skin types and tones.
Laser treatments offer a painless and permanent solution to hair removal compared to shaving or depilatory creams; however, you must commit to several sessions for maximum effect; typically clients see noticeable hair growth reduction after four to six treatments.
While older laser machines were only effective against light skin and dark hair, today’s advanced technology can treat any skin tone effectively. For example, the GentleLASE laser machine employs a high energy alexandrite system which effectively treats light and dark hair; its dynamic cooling device adds comfort for its clients. Note however, that it only works on hair in its anagen phase, so multiple sessions will likely be required between each appointment.
Motus AZ+ laser was recognized as “the best hair removal laser for dark skin.” This medical-grade device boasts smart pulse technology which ensures uniform heating during treatment, as well as providing peak power in fewer pulses – speeding up and enabling permanent results faster.
Virtue RF microneedling and hyperpigmentation/vascular lesion topical laser treatments are among the latest and most advanced laser hair removal devices. Jenny Ryan, an esthetician and laser technician at Scarless Vein Care / Dr. Kamran Aesthetics who is certified in both technologies, takes pride in giving her clients outstanding results quickly and safely. She’s dedicated herself to making their experience as comfortable and productive as possible for them.
Noleen, a licensed esthetician and owner of Head to Toe Med Spa, is passionate about helping her clients realize their aesthetic goals. Certified in both laser hair removal and Virtue RF microneedling, Noleen takes great pleasure in guiding clients towards realizing their aesthetic potential.
3. Safety
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective cosmetic procedure to permanently eradicate unwanted follicles from your face or body. It provides a great alternative to shaving, tweezing and waxing because laser treatment destroys hair follicles directly. While shaving only removes surface-level hair removal techniques such as shaving or tweezing from skin surface layers, laser removal actually destroys them so they no longer produce hair growth in future sessions – giving long-term savings of both time and energy over time! You may require six or more treatment sessions in total to achieve desired results, but its long-term solutions save both time and energy by saving both time and energy with future sessions not needing repeat sessions of traditional hair removal processes or waxing!
If you have dark skin, it is crucial that you select a clinic with equipment suitable for your unique complexion. Certain lasers can be too aggressive, causing pigmentation issues on people with darker skin tones. Therefore, selecting a device such as Motus AX or AY – devices which use Alexandrite wavelength hair removal at safe levels across all skin types while offering maximum efficacy for hair removal without harm to any individual user – is the safest and most efficacious approach for hair removal.
Laser hair removal uses a laser beam of light that penetrates the skin and absorbs pigment from hair follicles, then emitting heat to destroy them and prevent future hair growth. Results typically take several treatments but it should be permanent in most cases.
One of the key advantages of laser hair removal is that it’s relatively pain-free. Most patients describe it as either a slight tickle or cool sensation – certainly no more severe than that! You may wish to add topical anesthetics as additional measures during treatment sessions, though this is not required.
Preparing for laser hair removal requires staying out of the sun and refraining from plucking or waxing your locks – because they must be in the anagen phase in order for laser to target it effectively. In addition, shaving 24 to 48 hours prior to your appointment ensures all hair is on your skin’s surface. If you need assistance in making this decision, reach out to Head to Toe Med Spa professionals.
4. Reputation
Shaving, tweezing and waxing only temporarily eliminate unwanted body hair; thus prompting many women and men to seek permanent solutions for unwanted body hair removal. Laser hair removal offers the ideal permanent solution; quick, effective and safe for all skin tones alike.
When selecting a provider for laser hair removal Wilmington NC, be sure to select a provider with experience and a strong reputation. Ultimately, this ensures you receive optimal results without harming your skin in the process. A good laser technician should take time to explain their procedure and present you with a diagram showing all areas they plan to treat; this enables them to get an accurate idea of which areas should be targeted most efficiently for maximum effectiveness.
Laser hair removal uses light energy to target melanin pigment in hair follicles and break it down, rendering them incapable of growing hair in that area. Multiple treatment sessions may be necessary due to hair growth cycles; however, most clients experience long-term results after just a few treatments have been administered.
Motus AX/AY laser device is the first Alexandrite laser designed to treat both light and dark skin tones effectively, without risking burns on darker skin tones like other lasers do. Thanks to this innovative technology, patients can achieve optimal hair reduction in fewer treatment sessions with this revolutionary laser.
Blue Water Spa’s team of professionals is highly-skilled and has an impeccable track record for providing outstanding services to their clients. Their professionals are friendly, compassionate and understanding – understanding that getting rid of unwanted body hair can be both humiliating and embarrassing, they take every step possible to make your experience as comfortable as possible – they even use white eyeliner crayon to outline treatment areas upfront so you know exactly what they will target during each laser session.
