Laser hair removal offers a safe, permanent solution to unwanted hair removal in multiple sessions, effectively eliminating it after an initial series of treatments and permanently preventing its regrowth.
Individual treatment needs can differ depending on factors like skin tone and hormone balance; but one thing is certain: It will save time.
During Your Consultation
Laser hair removal can be a fantastic solution for both men and women looking to replace shaving, waxing, depilatory creams or other manual methods of hair removal with non-invasive laser treatments that target the root of hair growth – so no stubble or painful ingrown hairs following treatment! Additionally, traditional methods often leave behind unwanted side effects like rashes or itchy skin; all issues which laser treatments will resolve.
The number of laser hair removal sessions you require depends on both the area being treated and its growth cycle of unwanted hair. Since each individual hair grows in three-stage cycles, laser treatments only target active follicles (anagen phase). As part of our consultation process, we will note the duration of each cycle to ensure appropriate treatments sessions are scheduled; in addition, any hormonal imbalances like PCOS that could impede effective laser hair removal treatments will also be taken into consideration.
Before scheduling a laser hair removal treatment session, it is crucial that all existing hairs in the targeted area are removed. Furthermore, waxing or shaving the area prior to your appointment should be avoided (although 24-hour shaving is allowed). In addition, tanning or spending time at the beach prior to laser treatments could potentially decrease effectiveness.
Laser hair removal treatments can be performed anywhere, including at home. However, for optimal results and safety it is best to visit an experienced cosmetic dermatologist like Dr. Michele Green in Manhattan’s Upper East Side to receive your treatments. Salon and med spa staff may have differing levels of expertise and training that could compromise the outcomes. By visiting her office directly you will ensure your treatments are safely administered while meeting all your specific needs and goals.
As part of your treatment, protective goggles must be worn to shield your eyes from laser beams. Although most patients find their treatment to be painless, some experience something similar to a rubber band snapping against their skin during treatment. Topical numbing cream or lotion can be applied before your appointment to ease any discomfort during this process.
During Your Treatment
Laser hair removal is a noninvasive, safe solution to eliminating unwanted body and facial hair. Unlike traditional methods like waxing, creams or shaving which may lead to rashes or ingrown hairs; laser treatments target the root of each individual hair in order to stop it regrowing again.
Laser treatments utilize a medical-grade, FDA approved laser device to safely and effectively eliminate hair follicles that produce unwanted hairs. Our light waves target melanin pigment in your hair; when they come into contact with it, they convert to heat that alters its structure causing it to stop producing new hair follicles altogether. Laser treatments are equally effective on women and men of all skin tones.
Laser hair removal treatment sessions vary, with most individuals needing at least four sessions at monthly intervals in order to reach 90% reduction of unwanted hair. Yearly touch-up sessions should also be done to maintain maximum effectiveness and ensure you remain hair free.
At Laser Hair Removal Solutions, our treatments begin with an initial consultation and patch test to ascertain if you’re an ideal candidate for laser hair removal. Our skilled laser technician will analyze your skin tone, hair colour and density to make sure the procedure is a safe option for you and take into account any underlying medical or hormonal conditions that may interfere with hair growth patterns.
After your patch test, we can arrange for your first laser treatment session. When wearing protective goggles for this treatment session, your technician will use either the Cynosure Elite Nd:YAG or Alexandrite lasers for safe and painless treatments.
Before beginning laser treatments, it’s essential that you avoid sun exposure and shave any desired area of the body at least 24 hours in advance of any scheduled appointment in order to ensure the laser doesn’t target active hair follicles. Please refrain from shaving that area again until your treatment appointment time.
As part of your laser hair removal treatment, our technician will apply a topical anesthetic to reduce discomfort. If your skin is particularly sensitive or reddening frequently, additional anesthetics will be added as necessary to ease any additional pain experienced during or after your session. Furthermore, we’ll also give instructions about how best to care for and manage it post-treatment in order to achieve maximum results.
After Your Treatment
Your doctor will use a hand-held laser instrument with cooling devices or gel at its tip to reduce discomfort during treatment. When activated, the laser sends out beams of light through your skin towards hair follicles; these light energy waves heat them up, inhibiting new hair growth. Most patients find the treatment painless; some experience slight heat sensation. You might experience redness or swelling afterward which should subside within several days.
Follow the recommended schedule of sessions at regular intervals to achieve permanent hair reduction, or at least reduce their number by adhering to proper home skincare and avoiding sun exposure before and after treatment sessions.
Before your initial laser session, it is recommended to refrain from shaving and waxing as well as other chemical-based hair removal methods that could damage the surface of your skin, potentially leading to redness or bumps post treatment.
Your first laser hair removal treatment may cause redness or swelling in the treated area. In order to minimize its side effects, your doctor might apply ice packs or soothing gel in order to reduce discomfort.
Once treated, unwanted hair in the area will begin to shed naturally – this process could take several weeks and should not be interrupted with shaving as this may result in ingrown hairs or other negative side effects.
Once the hair in the treated area has fallen out, you can return to your regular shaving or non-invasive cosmetic procedures for smooth skin maintenance. Laser hair removal offers an ideal way of both eliminating undesirable hair for a more attractive appearance as well as decreasing frequency of shaving and waxing sessions.
If you’re seeking permanent hair reduction, reach out to Spring Street Dermatology on Manhattan’s Upper East Side to meet with Dr. Michele Green at her private dermatology practice in our private dermatology office. She will customize a laser treatment plan according to your goals and individual needs.
Follow-Up Treatments
Laser hair removal results differ dramatically between individuals. To get an accurate idea of how many treatments will be necessary for you, come in for a free consultation and we will go over your medical history, examine the areas of hair growth that need removal and answer any of your questions about it.
Once we have your consultation and treatment is underway, we will take before-and-after pictures, then schedule follow up treatments at intervals of no less than one month apart – during these treatments you will wear protective goggles so we can ensure the safety of your eyes.
Our advanced light technology is designed to target your hair follicles, where it converts light energy into heat that either weakens or destroys them – ultimately stopping further hair production in the future and creating smooth skin for years. Your skin may feel warm after treatment but should subside within several hours as expected.
Dependent upon your skin type and area being treated, optimal results typically require multiple sessions for best results. Our treatments permanently disable hair follicles with each session but it may take multiple visits before damaged hair falls out naturally leaving behind smooth, hairless skin.
Though some areas of your body regrow hair faster than others, after six treatments you can expect 70-88% of unwanted hair to be permanently gone from your body. Some follicles will still experience hair growth; however, these will likely be much finer and less noticeable.
Laser hair removal will save you both time and energy from shaving, waxing or plucking away unwanted hairs. Not only will laser treatment save time when it comes to shaving or plucking unwanted strands but it will also lower the risk of ingrown hairs and razor bumps after its final session; you may even be able to go longer between shaving sessions or use depilatory cream only occasionally in future. Ideally you should wait at least a week between treatments as this allows the hair follicles to become optimal for laser treatment sessions.
