Laser hair removal may be an ideal way to effectively and permanently eliminate unwanted hair. The procedure uses laser light beams to target pigment and destroy hair follicles, leading to permanent hair reduction and less growth of new follicles in subsequent sessions. Before embarking on any procedure like this, be sure to select an experienced practitioner as the first step.
What to Expect
Laser hair removal is a quick, safe, and effective procedure. Your skin is kept cool before, during, and after each laser pulse using a contact cooling hand piece to keep the area comfortable. A series of four to six treatments usually need to be completed for permanent hair reduction; call Allure Dermatology in Hicksville New York today or request an appointment online today – Allure specializes in both cosmetic and medical dermatology!
Treatment Time
Laser treatment offers an alternative to shaving, waxing and other hair removal methods that damage surrounding tissues by targeting directly the unwanted hair follicle and destroying it. Over time, hair follicles will stop producing new hair; any that recurs will be finer and lighter in texture. Lasers can be used effectively on legs, armpits, back chest chest and other body areas where excess hair exists.
Based on the size and scope of their treatment area, patients may require up to an hour in our office per session for laser treatment. We offer a comfortable treatment room complete with numbing cream to make the procedure relatively painless; should any discomfort arise during laser therapy sessions we also offer cool air machines as a solution.
Many patients need multiple treatments in order to permanently reduce unwanted hair in a particular area. This is because hair grows in three distinct stages – anagen, catagen and telogen – with each phase more absorbent of laser energy during anagen than others; multiple sessions must therefore target hair during its anagen phase for successful results.
Elite+ system not only removes unwanted hair but can also treat other cosmetic concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, stubborn pigmentation, uneven skin tone, roughened texture, enlarged pores and more. We utilize pixelated erbium ablative laser technology to rejuvenate skin by lightening scars and softening wrinkles.
At Allure Dermatology in Hicksville NY and surrounding communities, we offer customized dermatologic care tailored specifically to each person. Board-certified dermatologist Theresa Durchhalter, DO provides cosmetic treatments in addition to medical and surgical dermatology services – her practice features TriPollar RF skin tightening devices and Eclipse PRP for collagen infusion. Contact us now to set up your initial consultation for laser hair removal or other cosmetic enhancements!
Cost
Laser hair removal employs high-intensity beams of light that focus on targeting pigment in hair follicles, then convert that light to heat energy to disable them and stop producing new hair follicles from growing more strands. It is more effective than waxing and cream depilatories, though typically requiring multiple treatments for optimal results.
Professionals are experts at adapting laser or IPL treatments to match the skin tone of their patients, can answer questions about what to expect, provide care instructions and can recognize when an adverse reaction may arise. Home devices tend to be less intense but still contain safety mechanisms, but can still cause burns if users fail to follow directions properly or if their skin tone doesn’t match up appropriately with these machines.
Most patients find laser treatments relaxing and even enjoyable; some even find them relaxing! Pain levels vary between people; most experience something like rubber band snapping against the skin. Our advanced GentleMax laser system features a skin cooling device that can be used before, during, and after treatment to maximize comfort levels.
Before your laser session, it is recommended to avoid sun exposure and self-tanners for several weeks prior to having laser therapy as these can darken the area around hair follicles and increase hair loss. You should also shave any areas where laser treatment will take place as any hair above the surface will absorb its energy and be damaged during treatment sessions.
Laser treatment for unwanted hair growth can permanently reduce or prevent future growth, but results don’t appear instantly. It typically requires multiple sessions to effectively kill active follicles and stop new ones from emerging – which means you must arrange regular maintenance appointments.
Ideal Maintenance Appointments should take place every six months; however, their frequency and duration can depend on your skin type and hormone changes that impact hair follicles.
Selecting a clinic specializing in skin health and rejuvenation is the surest way to ensure safety and achieve long-lasting results. Allure Dermatology’s team offers personalized dermatologic care for men, women, and children throughout Hicksville and its surrounding communities – our services include vascular laser treatments, laser resurfacing treatments, injectable neurotoxins/fillers injections as well as laser hair removal all within a safe environment that fosters confidence for our patients.
Side Effects
As with any laser procedure, laser hair removal may cause some side effects; however, they should be rare and minor if your treatment is provided by a board-certified dermatologist. Potential issues could include skin irritation and temporary pigment changes.
These side effects of laser hair removal tend to mimic those experienced when waxing, and should dissipate within hours. Your doctor may apply a topical anesthetic for any discomfort and applying ice packs can also provide some relief from pain and swelling caused by laser hair removal.
Laser hair removal involves targeting individual follicles using highly focused beams of light. Melanin in these follicles absorbs this light, disabling it and stopping further hair growth. This approach has proven more successful than alternative approaches such as shaving which irritate the skin while often leading to cuts or ingrown hairs.
Laser hair removal may leave your skin temporarily lighter or darker; this effect is most frequently experienced by those with light skin tones, though dark complexions may experience it too. Any such change should only be temporary and shouldn’t cause any concerns.
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective solution to unwanted body hair removal, offering more permanent results than shaving, waxing or depilatory creams which need to be repeated periodically. Furthermore, it can treat conditions related to hair growth such as ingrown hairs, razor bumps (pseudofolliculitis barbae) and pilonidal cysts; furthermore the process is significantly faster than traditional methods which may take up to an hour per area that could have been treated using laser technology in seconds instead.
