Laser hair removal is a popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure. It is a non-invasive & convenient method for treatment of unwanted hair.
Laser Hair Removal Technique
A laser is a special energy that can be used to destroy hair follicles under the skin. Our laser (LYRA by Laserscope) uses the popular 1064 wavelength laser energy. This energy passes through the patient’s skin and is attracted to the pigment of the hair. The energy passes down the hair shaft and is absorbed by hair follicles that are in the active growth phase, thereby destroying the hair follicle in the deeper layer of the skin. The hair follicles that are in dormant (sleeping) phase are not destroyed by the laser. As most of the hairs are in dormant stage several (usually over six) treatments are needed to see good results.
In most cases, patients experience minimal pain and do not require anesthesia. Depending on the area being treated, a treatment session may take from several minutes to several hours. Lasers also remove ingrown hairs or razor bumps. We offer free consultation.
Laser Hair Removal Benefits
- A non-invasive, gentle technique that reduces undesirable hair from most parts of the body.
- Laser treats larger areas effectively because it destroys large amount of hair at a time.
- May make skin color and complexion more uniform.
- Minimal discomfort.
- Replaces waxing, electrolysis, shaving and bleaching.
- Our lasers can be used for all skin and hair colors (except white/gray).
- No downtime.
Laser Hair Removal Considerations
- Laser hair removal requires multiple sessions because it only destroys actively growing hair, and most of the hair follicles are in dormant (sleep) phase at one time.
- Occasionally patients may experience slight redness of the skin or mild swelling around the hairs.
- Sunscreen is recommended for any area treated that may be exposed to the sun.
- For some cases anesthetic or numbing cream can be used before laser treatment.
- Blonde or gray/white hair is less responsive to laser treatment due to lack of pigment in the hair.
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