Gaining smooth, hair-free skin is what most women strive for, yet traditional methods such as shaving, depilation and waxing may be painful and time consuming.
Laser hair removal offers a safe and permanent solution to rid yourself of unwanted body hair in just a few sessions. Here is how it works: first, an anesthetic cream is applied directly onto the area before any laser treatment begins.
Under Arms
Laser treatments offer a more permanent solution than shaving and waxing when it comes to eliminating armpit hair, while being more comfortable than these other methods. Laser therapy eliminates itching and stinging associated with these other methods while also helping reduce risk of infection and skin discoloration. Laser hair removal treatments can be performed on both men and women, though women typically choose it over men who want rid of underarm hair.
Dependent upon your skin type and hair color, multiple sessions may be needed for laser hair removal. This is especially true for people with darker skin or lighter-colored hair since laser energy targets pigment in hair to remove it. Furthermore, hair and skin colors have an impactful price effect; darker-colored locks needing additional sessions than lighter hues could lead to higher costs associated with laser removal services.
Laser hair removal costs depend on the size and location of the treated area. As smaller areas take less time than larger ones to treat, they tend to be cheaper. Common examples include treating facial, chin, leg hair as well as back chest arms (such as underarm treatments taking an hour).
Laser hair removal may be more cost-effective for some than shaving or waxing; it requires longer term investments but with shorter-term costs associated with either. When looking for an experienced provider who has a strong community presence and can deliver effective results at lower prices than competitors can. There may be plenty of offers out there, but they won’t guarantee as high of results without being part of an established practice.
At Iowa Plastic Surgery, we use the state-of-the-art Cutera Excel HR laser with its dual wavelengths for all skin types to treat. This allows us to achieve better results faster while remaining safe for darker-skinned patients and providing more comfortable treatments than older lasers which only offer a single wavelength laser treatment. Furthermore, its cooling system will keep your skin feeling relaxed throughout each procedure.
Upper Body
Laser hair removal is an efficient, long-term hair reduction method that is both safe and comfortable. Ideal for individuals tired of shaving, waxing and tweezing hair removal processes such as waxing and plucking; laser can offer less time-consuming solutions that are also less painful for larger body areas such as legs or chest; however its costs range between $75 to $150 per session depending on where your treatment area lies. It is vital that an established practice with experience handling laser technology provide accurate quotes for each treatment session to achieve maximum effectiveness.
Cost of laser hair removal on the chest tends to be higher than for smaller areas due to its large surface area coverage. A full chest area typically needs 8 sessions for optimal results due to different hair growth cycles across this part of the body, though some individuals may require 10+ treatments before seeing results.
Prior to beginning laser treatment, a specialist will apply a protective gel over the skin, followed by the technician using an infrared handpiece with laser light pulses absorbed by pigment and used to target hair follicles in their active growth phase.
Once they begin receiving laser hair removal treatments, patients should notice finer and fewer chest hairs; in some instances they will completely vanish. It’s important to avoid sun exposure during this process since its UV rays may damage skin tissue; additionally it is wise to refrain from taking medications like aspirin which could increase bleeding during treatment.
Iowa Plastic Surgery’s laser hair removal experts have been treating unwanted hair since 2003, offering cutting-edge systems like Cutera Excel HR which offer results on lighter as well as darker skin tones. Furthermore, Iowa Plastic Surgery boasts one of only a few practices in the Quad Cities to have access to an on-site physician; many clinics do not.
Face
Full body laser hair removal can be an efficient, safe alternative to shaving, waxing and tweezing. FDA-approved to reduce hair growth, this cosmetic procedure offers fast results with no downtime and minimal side effects. When choosing a credentialed provider for laser treatments at Iowa Plastic Surgery we ensure they have all of these qualifications – otherwise you risk burning, scarring and pigment changes which could worsen with further sessions! At Iowa Plastic Surgery our physician oversees every laser session so as to provide optimal outcomes and safety.
An aesthetician will apply a cool gel to your skin before moving the handpiece across the area you want treated. A laser emits specific, concentrated beams of light that target melanin within your hair follicle, which then absorb them without damaging surrounding tissue or skin. Due to hair’s growth cycle, a series of four or six treatments is usually necessary in order to permanently reduce or eradicate unwanted hair growth.
To achieve optimal results from laser therapy treatments, for best results it is advisable to avoid epilation, electrolysis and waxing for six weeks prior to beginning laser sessions. Such methods damage hair follicles and make sessions less effective; however it is acceptable to shave before your appointment.
Your frequency of treatment sessions depends on your body type and skin. Darker hair and skin often react more strongly to laser therapies; thus additional sessions may be required for best results. It is wise to compare prices from multiple providers when considering laser therapy; more expensive prices typically indicate more experience and expertise in performing this procedure.
Laser hair removal has quickly become one of North Liberty’s most sought-after elective procedures. Safe, quick, and convenient; laser hair removal provides long-term results unlike any other method. If you are tired of shaving, waxing and tweezing to reduce unwanted hair growth contact Iowa Face + Body Med Spa in West Des Moines to learn more about this life-altering procedure and discover its many advantages.
Bikini Line
Women desire silky-smooth skin. Unfortunately, temporary removal options like shaving, tweezing and waxing often prove painful and cumbersome. Laser Hair Removal provides an effective yet virtually painless solution for eliminating unwanted facial and body hair – unlike waxing methods which damage surrounding tissue and can leave permanent scars behind.
Procedure is performed by a registered nurse or physician using a small handheld laser light device on the surface of your skin. While you may experience minimal discomfort similar to that caused by snapping of rubber bands against skin, tinted goggles will protect eyes from light beam.
An all-body package offers you the chance to remove unwanted hair and enjoy silky beach skin in no time! It includes one year of laser treatments for every area of the body: full face, neck, areolas (nipples), chest, arms, shoulders stomach waistline back legs arms back. In addition, six sessions of Brazilian bikini line hair removal (covering both front and back sides of thigh) are included as part of this package.
