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Frequently Asked Questions About Hair
Removal
How does the laser remove hair?
The laser emits a beam of light that is
attracted to the pigment or melanin in the hair follicle that is in an active growing cycle. A pre-determined pulse duration
and energy setting are directed at and absorbed by the hair follicles, disabling the growth of the follicles, resulting in
quick, safe and effective hair removal.
What is the advantage of using a laser?
Lasers are precise instruments
that can be adjusted to the exact parameters that will specifically disable the hair follicle. The laser uses a wide beam
that treats many hairs at once instead of treating hair-by-hair like electrolysis. Because of this, large areas such as your
legs, arms, or back can be treated in a short period of time. You will see results that last far longer than tweezing, waxing,
shaving, chemical depilation, or other temporary methods.
What does the laser treatment feel like?
The treatment
does have a slight prickly or stinging sensation. Most of our clients are able to tolerate the treatment without difficulty.
However, since every person’s level of sensitivity is different and treatment areas may vary, a topical numbing crème is available.
What
happens to the skin after laser treatment?
Reddening of the skin is the desired reaction. The redness usually subsides
within a few minutes to a few hours and returns to normal. Since the laser is not invasive in any way, no bandages are necessary.
You are able to reapply your make-up, return to work, and continue with your normal daily activities immediately following
treatment.
How many laser treatments will I need?
It has been our experience most of our patients are able
to discontinue treatments, knowing they will probably need an occasional touchup, after an average of 5-6 treatments. This
is providing that the recommended treatment schedule is followed. It is also important to understand, results may vary depending
on the individuals hair type, their stress levels, certain medications and different hormone levels. Keeping in mind some
individuals require fewer treatments and some will require more treatments depending on the results desired.
Is
laser hair removal permanent?
We believe that the hair treated will probably not re-grow. Each individual's treatment
response may be different because of their hair or skin type and that they have between 500 and 1000 follicles per square
inch, of which many are dormant at the time of treatment, we have no way of knowing if and when they may start growing due
to stress levels, certain medications and different hormone levels.
What to expect after laser treatment:
After
your initial treatment, you should enjoy a significant reduction of hair. However, it will take 2-4 weeks for the treated
hair to push its way to the surface and fall out. With each treatment, the hair in the active growing phase will be effectively
treated. A follow up appointment is scheduled in 4-8 weeks after each treatment. Keeping in mind the importance of maintaining
your follow up appointments.
What if I have gray, white, blonde, red or light fine hair?
Since the laser
is attracted to the pigment in the hair follicle, this hair type or hair color may not be treated with the laser. If this
is your case call your nearest clinic, they may have options for the treatment you are seeking at their site.
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