Unwanted hair in the face and neck area is an issue for both men and women. It often grows coarser as time goes on and requires special techniques like waxing to effectively remove.
Laser treatment aims at hair follicles in order to destroy them and stop new hair growth from the root. Most patients require between two and six treatments for optimal results.
Schedule a Consultation
Laser hair removal may be the perfect treatment option for you if you schedule an initial consultation with an experienced laser hair removal professional. Here, you can discuss all your questions and concerns while setting goals for unwanted hair removal and receiving an estimated cost estimate for the specific plan that’s tailored to you.
After attending your consultation, it may be tempting to schedule your first laser hair removal session right away, but we strongly advise taking some time to think it over first. If laser hair removal is something that might interest you but has yet to convince you fully, taking some extra time (even several days or weeks) might help determine whether this treatment option is truly ideal for you.
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective treatment that produces long-term results, but it may take multiple sessions before you see desired outcomes. Hair growth cycles occur periodically and laser treatment works only on hair follicles actively growing hair or in their anagen phase – any that are in catagen or telogen will not be targeted by laser treatment and continue growing and shedding as expected, meaning additional sessions will likely be necessary to reach desired goals.
Before making your final decision regarding laser hair removal, be sure to inquire as to the type of laser used and experience of the technician performing it on different skin tones. Since darker skin tones are more susceptible to burns and hyperpigmentation than lighter ones, it is crucial that you work with a licensed and certified laser technician with extensive experience working on dark skin tones.
Your initial consultation with a laser hair removal professional will include an explanation of the hair growth cycle and how it impacts results, along with what to expect before, during, and after treatments. They’ll also advise you how best to prepare your skin for laser treatment; including limiting sun exposure and not using tanning products (tanners). In between appointments they may ask that you refrain from tweezing or waxing any areas affected.
Consistent laser hair removal treatments will yield the best possible results, which is why it’s imperative that you follow your customized treatment schedule precisely and complete each scheduled treatment session as planned.
Prepare Your Skin
To achieve the best results from laser hair removal, it’s essential that your skin be in good health and be free from conditions that could make it sensitive. If you suffer from acne or psoriasis, your dermatologist may suggest other treatments before proceeding with laser hair removal.
Prior to beginning laser hair removal sessions, it’s also essential that your skin be kept clean and moisturized in the weeks leading up to them. Laser light penetrates skin layers to destroy hair follicles beneath; if it reaches them too easily or finds them too difficult, results won’t be as successful.
Laser treatment works best when there is an extreme contrast between skin color and hair color, which means darker-haired people may require multiple sessions for their laser to effectively destroy follicles. Modern lasers are capable of treating people of various skin tones and hair colors.
Before your laser session, it is recommended to shave the area being treated. This will reduce new growth and help the laser better target follicles; however, avoid shaving right before your appointment as this leaves your skin vulnerable to burns; rather shave 24 hours beforehand so that all hair is removed but remains below the skin surface.
Once the laser therapy begins, you should avoid other methods of hair removal until afterward – this includes tweezing, waxing and electrolysis as these can interfere with laser targeting of hair follicles. Furthermore, any tan lines or tattoos in the treatment area could potentially be damaged by lasers passing over them.
Avoid skincare products containing photosensitive ingredients, such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alpha or beta hydroxy acids or retinol that could increase photosensitivity – these could increase your chance of laser burn and lead to an unpleasant experience for you. Instead use gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer in the days leading up to your session.
Schedule Your Treatments
When it comes to laser hair removal, it’s crucial that you consult with a professional technician in advance. At your consultation appointment, they’ll determine how often and for how long treatments should take place; depending on the rate at which your hair grows. They will also consider skin tone and hair color factors: those with darker complexions usually need additional laser sessions than those with lighter tones.
A technician will recommend an ideal treatment schedule and go over any necessary instructions, such as refraining from shaving or waxing the area being treated, since intact hair follicles need to be present to absorb laser energy and eliminate unwanted hair. Furthermore, it’s important that you stay out of direct sunlight and don’t tan before or after sessions as both these factors could alter the color of your skin, potentially leading to complications if these instructions are ignored.
At each session, protective goggles will be worn to shield your eyes from laser light that is being used during treatment. Your technician will use a laser beam to target and destroy hair follicles responsible for producing unwanted hair growth; once these follicles have been destroyed they no longer produce new growth while existing hair gradually thins out over time. You should begin seeing results within several days or weeks following your first session but more may still grow back over time.
Your best result requires multiple treatments, starting with our initial assessment and ending with our final one. When your final session has completed, you will experience smooth skin without ever needing to use traditional hair removal methods such as shaving, waxing or depilatory creams again!
At first, it is recommended to visit for treatments every four to six weeks for both your face and body, but as your hair growth slows down further it might be beneficial to spread out appointments more evenly.
Get Results
Laser hair removal is an increasingly popular solution for men and women looking to rid themselves of unwanted hair. The procedure takes only 15 minutes, with results lasting several months with regular treatments. While the number of sessions necessary varies based on individual circumstances, during a consultation appointment with one of our laser experts they will work together to determine an approach tailored specifically towards you and your goals.
Prior to your laser hair removal session, it’s essential that you prepare your skin by refraining from shaving, waxing and plucking in the area being targeted by laser treatment. As these methods remove all follicles which makes laser impossible to target them successfully.
To achieve optimal results, it is also recommended that you avoid direct sun exposure before getting laser therapy. As lasers target pigment, tanning could make it harder for them to damage hair follicles effectively. Spray tanning could also result in an uncomfortable experience in the treatment area.
Shaving is fine before laser treatments; however, it is best to do it at least 24 hours beforehand to allow time for hair follicles to grow back so they can be targeted again by laser. Keep in mind that laser can only target hair follicles during their active growth phase so it’s essential that multiple treatment sessions occur for maximum success.
Men who suffer from excessive back hair often opt for laser hair removal treatments on their backs to see visible reduction in unwanted fuzz. To get optimal results, it typically requires five or seven treatment sessions before noticeable reduction can be seen in hair growth on their backs.
Most people require six treatments for legs, armpits, face, neck and other hormonal areas of their bodies; each spaced about four to eight weeks apart. There may be exceptions; it is important that you attend all scheduled appointments so as to reap all of the benefits from treatment.
