Many individuals wish to eliminate the inconvenience and expense of shaving and waxing their body hair regularly, and advanced laser technology offers an effective, noninvasive solution for permanently reducing unwanted body hair.
Dr. Sang Kim offers groundbreaking SkinLaze(tm) skin rejuvenation and laser hair removal treatments at his Natural Face clinics in Syracuse.
What is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is a safe, permanent way to reduce unwanted facial or body hair. Utilizing heat energy from a laser beam, laser hair removal works to disable hair follicles to stop future growth of unsightly locks – leaving skin smooth and hair free! Laser energy targets melanin in hair that absorbs light to produce heat that damages follicles; multiple treatments may be needed in order to completely destroy them.
Topical anesthetics may help reduce any discomfort. Most patients find this treatment relatively painless; similar to feeling the snapping of a rubber band against your skin. Treatment duration will depend on your pain threshold and length may differ accordingly.
GentleMax Pro is a dual-wavelength platform that combines the fast, powerful 755nm Alexandrite laser and 1064nm Nd:YAG laser for optimal performance across all Fitzpatrick skin types. Additionally, the Zimmer Cryo 6 dynamic cooling device delivers constant dosage of high-powered cool air to reduce skin temperature for increased comfort during treatment sessions.
At first, protective eyewear will be provided to shield your eyes from the laser’s light energy. Next, a hand piece will be placed onto your skin and pulses of laser light will be administered – the laser’s cooled sapphire window helps cool it further to reduce discomfort.
Natural Face’s team of trained, NY State Licensed Estheticians offers ExpressLaze laser skin spa treatments under the direction of Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Sang Kim in Syracuse, Ithaca and Rochester locations of Natural Face clinics across New York State. In addition to ExpressLaze treatments we also provide RevitaLaze laser skin rejuvenation, Ultherapy skin tightening/lifting therapy as well as spider vein treatments (VeinLaze).
How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
Laser hair removal is an efficient and permanent way to get rid of unwanted body and facial hair. Laser light energy targets the melanin pigment found within hair follicles to damage and destroy them so they no longer produce hair growth, effectively stopping its production altogether. Multiple treatment sessions may be required depending on each person’s desired area; when finished they leave behind no trace.
At your treatment session, you will sit in a protective cup to shield your eyes from laser light, while topical anesthetic may be applied topically to ease discomfort. A hand piece will then be placed onto your skin that provides constant dosage of cool air while rapid bursts of laser light are directed onto the treatment area – most people find the treatment relatively pain-free; although pain threshold may differ depending on personal factors.
Each treatment session typically lasts 15-20 minutes, depending on the size and location of the area being addressed. Once treatment has concluded, you can immediately return to your daily activities; some individuals may experience temporary redness and swelling which typically resolves within a few hours after their session has concluded.
Due to hair’s uneven growth cycle, you will require multiple treatment sessions in order to effectively affect all hair follicles. On average, most people require 6 – 8 laser hair removal treatments in order to reach maintenance mode; at which point hair growth in that area has significantly been reduced and laser hair removal becomes a permanent hair reduction solution with long-term effects. We advise scheduling sessions every six months if multiple areas need hair reduction treatment.
How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Last?
Laser Hair Removal offers a long-term solution for eliminating unwanted hair. Just a few treatments can achieve permanent results, unlike waxing or shaving which only temporarily remove it. Most patients need 6-8 treatments before reaching their desired result.
As part of your procedure, you may experience slight discomfort similar to rubber band snapping against skin. Our cooling gel or topical anesthetic application may help ease any distress associated with this sensation. We may apply additional cooling gel or topical anesthetic as necessary.
Treatment time will depend on the size of the area being addressed. We usually begin with a test area on your skin to gauge your reaction and ensure optimal results.
Redness and swelling following laser hair removal treatments isn’t unusual, which could indicate that they were successful; therefore, it is essential to follow all post-treatment recommendations set by a dermatologist for the best possible outcomes.
Laser hair removal is an effective, safe solution to unwanted body hair for most people looking to reduce unwanted growth. When selecting a qualified practitioner with experience, this will ensure the treatment will go as planned and safely.
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What Are the Side Effects of Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is generally safe with few side effects, though you may experience redness or tenderness that will likely fade within days or weeks. While some individuals might notice results after just one session, multiple sessions are usually necessary for permanent results to take effect. It is also essential that a qualified practitioner be chosen; before beginning treatments, always conduct a small patch test beforehand.
Before going in for laser hair removal, it’s also essential to stay out of direct sunlight as UV rays from the sun may make skin more susceptible to laser light, potentially leading to negative or allergic reactions. People should also refrain from applying creams or lotions on the area being treated prior to their appointment for laser hair removal.
For optimal results, people seeking laser hair removal treatments should shave prior to starting. Shaving will enable the laser light to better penetrate skin layers and target hair follicles more accurately; however, it’s essential not to shave immediately prior to treatment, since hair needs time to enter its new growth cycle before you can shave again.
Laser light can be used on the surface of skin to treat it, however misusing its intensity could result in burns and blisters for some people as well as scarring over time.
After an initial series of six to eight treatments are complete, some individuals may require follow-up maintenance laser sessions; others might only require less. It’s important to discuss this matter with your dermatologist prior to initiating this treatment as it can save a great deal of time by eliminating the need to shave, wax or pluck unwanted hair daily.
How Can Laser Hair Removal Help Me?
Many individuals seeking smooth skin find shaving, waxing and other hair removal methods tedious and time-consuming. Laser hair removal offers an effective alternative; unlike waxing and shaving it targets the root of each hair for permanent removal and leaves skin permanently smooth without unwanted hair growth.
Laser therapy works by emitting a beam of light which is absorbed by melanin pigment in hair follicles (tube-shaped sacs in skin that produce hair), producing heat energy that damages them, eventually inhibiting future hair growth. Results tend to be better when there is contrast between dark hair and lighter skin colors; people with darker locks and lighter complexions typically achieve greater success from laser treatment.
Some individuals experience some slight discomfort during laser hair removal; however, high-quality numbing cream is available to alleviate any associated pain. Following treatment, the treated area may become red or swollen for up to several hours; applying ice to this area may further decrease discomfort symptoms.
Although multiple laser treatments are necessary to reach desired results, this process is generally safe. To prepare properly for treatment it is essential to follow your physician’s instructions for preparation; this includes not using sunless skin creams and tanning products four weeks before treatment begins as well as bleaches/depilatory creams/other forms of hair removal such as plucking/waxing etc.
Men and women living in Syracuse and Central New York with hereditary thinning hair or pattern hair loss can turn to low-level laser therapy as an alternative solution to surgical hair restoration solutions such as hair transplants. Low-level laser treatments have proven successful at stimulating healthy hair growth. This treatment method may offer healthier alternatives than transplantation surgeries for hair restoration purposes.
