We are all anticipating the arrival of spring and summer especially with the abundance of snow to date. This is the perfect time to think about laser hair removal. Laser hair removal will permanently remove or reduce body hair.
The Process: Laser hair removal can be done with several different types of lasers or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). They are all very effective if performed correctly. Anyone considering laser hair removal must know that it involves a minimum of 5 treatments spaced 4-5 weeks apart. It is so important during this initiation phases that you do not skip a treatment.
How It Works:
The Laser or IPL works by emitting a light that has a specific tendency for melanin, the pigment that gives hair its color. The darker your hair color the better result you will have. Blonde hair does not respond to laser hair removal.
The laser light is absorbed by the Bulb(root) of the hair follicle and burned. It is critical that you keep up your treatment so that the root of the hair is continually injured until it is destroyed.
The process is fairly pain free, however it can burn depending on the area being lasered. You may have some redness over the area for several hours after your treatment.
FAQs:
Can I Shave prior to my treatment?-I will usually let my patients shave up to one day prior to treatment, You do not want a large amount of hair present since the surface hair will absorb too much energy. The bulb will always be intact with simple shaving.
Can I Wax or use a Depilatory agent prior to treatment?-
I do not want my patients to use any of these treatments for several weeks prior to a laser treatment. Waxing will remove the hair in its entirety and not leave enough pigment to absorb the lasers energy.
Will Hair Grow Back Between Treatments?-YES, YES, YES- do not get frustrated if this occurs. Although the hair has been lasered it may continue to grow. Very often your first treatment will be at a lower energy to assure your skin will not react to the treatment. It will often take 2-3 treatments before you see a dramatic reduction in hair.
Will It Require Maintenance? Most likely you may need touch-up treatments approximately once a year.
Can anyone have laser hair removal?- There are many different laser systems available today. I use a Harmony Platform system that is safe for all skin types. This allows me to laser all ethnicities and races no matter how pigmented the skin. This is safe and effective and minimizes the risk of burning or hypopigmentation.
FEBRUARY PROMOTION:
Any laser hair removal that begins in the month of February will receive their fifth treatment FREE. You must mention this blog when scheduling your appointment.
