Laser Hair Removal is the process of removing unwanted hair from virtually any part of your body. Unlike waxing, shaving, or electrolysis, you get permanent reduction with each treatment. Depending on the area being treated. six to eight treatments are generally needed for optimal results.
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Hair should be cleanly shaven
•Leave a representative sample unshaven for your provider to assess.
Do not wear makeup on the treated area on the day of treatment
No sun-tanning or self-tanners 4 weeks prior to treatment
• Includes spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, sun exposure, etc.
Some medications or supplements may increase the risk of bruising. Consult with your physician
No waxing, plucking, or tweezing at least 4 weeks prior to treatment
• Some body parts may require a longer wait time
Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (depilatories, harsh chemicals, etc.)
Notify your provider with any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment
History of herpes or cold sores may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
• The treatment should take 15 minutes-1.5 hours depending on the treatment area.
• No numbing is required.
• For each treatment, you'll wear special goggles to protect your eyes from the laser beam. An assistant might shave the site again if necessary.
Avoid sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen
Redness and perifollicular edema (looks like a rash/bug bites) are common and resolve with time
Bruising and swelling are less common but may occur and will resolve with time
Hair may take up to 2 weeks to fall out
Avoid heat – hot tubs, saunas, etc. for 1-2 days
Avoid skin irritants a few days post-treatment. Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.
Do not wax or pluck between treatments
Notify your provider of concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, etc.)
Hair removal requires a series of treatments. The number of treatments depends on body location and type of hair.
Consult with your provider about when to resume your skincare regime.
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Laser Hair Removal is the process of removing unwanted hair from virtually any part of your body. Unlike waxing, shaving, or electrolysis, you get permanent reduction with each treatment. Depending on the area being treated. six to eight treatments are generally needed for optimal results.
The intense heat from the laser beam damages the hair follicles, which inhibits hair growth.
Laser hair removal doesn't guarantee permanent hair removal. When your hair regrows, it's usually finer and lighter in color. You may need maintenance laser treatments for long-term hair reduction.
Face
•Upper lip
•Chin
•Sides of the face
•Cheeks
•Full face
•Ears
•Man's Beard
•Neck
Upper Torso
• Back of the Neck
• Shoulders
• Under Arms
• Forearms
• Full Arms
• Hands and Fingers
• Chest
• Areola
• Abdomen
• Abdomen Strip
• Upper Back
• Lower Back
• Full Back
• Back with Shoulders
Lower Extremity
• Bikini Line
• Extended Bikini
• Brazilian
• Buttocks
• Lower Legs
• Upper Legs
• Full Legs
• Feet and Toes
Smoother skin
Eliminates razor irritation
Eliminates itchiness from shaving
Prevents ingrown hair
Long term hair removal
Thanks to modern technology all skin types are now safe candidates for Laser Hair Removal.
Patients with white hair and blonde hair are not candidates.
Yes, Laser hair removal is safe for all skin types.
15 Minutes - 1.5 Hours depending on the treatment area.
Small areas like the face take a quick 15 minutes while larger areas can take anywhere between 30 minutes to an hour and a half.
Depending on the area being treated. six to eight treatments are generally needed for optimal results.
Our laser is so comfortable that most of our patients don’t feel anything. In some sensitive areas, our patients describe it as feeling a little bit hot.
Avoid sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen
Redness and perifollicular edema (looks like a rash/bug bites) are common and resolve with time
Bruising and swelling are less common but may occur and will resolve with time
Hair may take up to 2 weeks to fall out
Avoid heat – hot tubs, saunas, etc. for 1-2 days
Avoid skin irritants a few days post-treatment. Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.
Do not wax or pluck between treatments
Notify your provider of concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, etc.)
Hair removal requires a series of treatments. The number of treatments depends on body location and type of hair.
Consult with your provider about when to resume your skincare regime.
As the hair follicles cycle, you will see the hair shed within the following 5 to 6 weeks.