Laser Hair Removal
What
If you have very dark hair you wish to remove; you are a good candidate for a treatment. We can remove unwanted hair from your face, back, arms, underarms, chest, and more. This treatment is not ideal for areas of light hair. Other than this, the treatment is suitable for all skin types and hair colors.
How
The device emits powerful light energy that targets and heats hair follicles. After the treatment, the follicles are damaged and permanently unable to produce new hairs, or can produce only very thin, tiny hairs that are virtually invisible.
When
Over time, you should see a gradual reduction in the volume and thickness of dark hair in the target area. You may also see less stubble, ingrown hairs and rashes related to unwanted hair. We recommend at least 3-6 treatments because the laser can only target hair that is trying to grow in, and not all body hair grows in at the same time.
Before & After
Pre-Treatment
- Avoid tanning beds and sunless tanning products to prevent adverse reactions.
- Avoid sun exposure greater than 30 minutes, even if wearing sunscreen.
- Treatment area must be clean-shaven 12-24 hours prior to treatment.
- Skin must be clean and free of makeup, lotions, oils, deodorant, sunless tanning products, numbing cream, etc. Products on the skin can increase the likelihood of adverse reactions from the laser.
- Avoid physical activities that increase body temperature for at least 2 hours before treatments.
- Skin that is sunburned, hot to the touch, peeling or is otherwise damaged cannot be treated.
Post-Treatment
- Mild redness and swelling of the hair follicles may occur (histamine reaction). This is normal and should lessen with time. Avoid picking or scratching the skin. Cool cloths may be applied.
- Avoid sun exposure, and other sources of UV light for 7 days post treatment. Careful sun exposure of no more than 30 minutes may be resumed from days 7-14 post treatment with daily use of zinc oxide sunscreen (SPF 30+). Avoid tanning beds for 14 days post treatment.
- Apply a zinc oxide sunscreen (SPF 30+) and use daily throughout treatments.
- To reduce heat retention, avoid tight clothing, boots, heated seats, etc. The body needs time to cool down after treatments to avoid complications.
- Avoid activities that increase body temperature for at least 2 hours after treatment, or longer if redness and bumps persists.
- If redness, swelling or itching continues, an over-the-counter cortisone cream and/or an oral antihismine (Benadryl) may be used. Do not apply ice directly to the treated areas.
