BASIC PRE-LASER EVAUALATION
1. What areas are you considering for laser treatment?
2. Are you currently tanned in the areas
you wish to treat?
3. Are you currently taking any medications
that could make your skin sun-sensitive or have
you taken Accucane
(if unsure please list medications by name)?
4. What is the color of the hair you wish removed?
Laser treatment for unwanted hair is a non-invasive approach to permanent reduction of unwanted hair. Laser hair removal treatment is designed to eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body. Because lasers affect hair follicles most efficiently when they're in the growth phase, often more than one treatment may be necessary to disable the hair follicles that have yet to enter the growth phase.
Benefits of Laser Hair Removal include:
FDA approved for permanent
hair reduction.
You experience no "downtime".
Less discomfort compared to
other hair removal methods.
Large areas can be treated
quickly while achieving amazing objective results.
Men and women alike are now making unwanted facial and
body hair a thing of the past with laser hair removal. No more painful waxing, slow electrolysis, or bloodied razors! Today's established laser hair removal methods deliver 21st century technology, offering a cure for this once distressing problem.
Common Questions About Laser Hair Removal
Why does laser hair removal work?
Lasers have been used for over a decade for a variety of medical cosmetic procedures including the treatment of facial and leg veins, age spots and smoothing fine lines on the face. Our clinicians utilize state-of-the-art technology to customize your treatment depending upon your skin type and hair density. Our laser hair removal systems emit a precise beam of pulsating coherent light that passes through your skin to the hair follicle where the energy is absorbed by melanin (or pigment) which gives color to the hair shaft. This energy is then absorbed by the pigment in the hair and transferred to the surrounding hair follicle whereby disabling its regenerative properties.
Who can be treated?
The unique design and long wavelength of our lasers allow treatments on all skin tones and types including African American, Asian, Indian, Hispanic, Caucasian, and even clients with a suntan!
What areas can be treated?
Laser hair removal can be performed on almost any area of the body for men and women – from small areas such as your upper lip, underarms, bikini area, chin, neck, and face, to larger areas such as arms, chest, back, and legs.
Why is laser preferred for hair removal?
Most people are great candidates. Traditional hair removal techniques, such as shaving, plucking and waxing, provide only temporary hair removal. Until now, the only long-lasting hair removal solution has been by electrolysis - which can be time-consuming and is usually limited to small areas, because each hair is treated individually. Laser hair removal is non-invasive and removes unwanted body hair without damaging the delicate pores and structures of the skin. Facial and bikini area sessions are usually completed in under 20 minutes; legs and larger areas can take longer. One significant advantage of laser hair destruction treatment is that it affects a large number of hair follicles at once, resulting in quick and more efficient result. As a general rule, several treatments will be required. Often you can expect to see a 30% reduction in hair growth after just one treatment.
Will laser hair removal work for me?
The best results have been achieved on dark, coarse hair, but other factors may influence the treatment process and are generally best evaluated and discussed in person. We offer complimentary consultations! The procedure varies from client to client depending on the amount of hair and the area treated. Generally, the treatment will begin by trimming away or shaving the hair above the skin to be treated. Protective glasses will be provided to shield your eyes from the laser's intense light.
Are there any restrictions on my activity after treatment?
You can return to work or resume normal activities immediately following your laser hair removal procedure. However, since some redness may occur, you may want to plan your work or social engagements accordingly. This may last from a few minutes
to several hours depending on the area treated and your skin's sensitivity.
What precautions should be taken before and after treatment?
You must stop plucking or waxing your hair for several weeks prior to the laser hair removal to be optimally effective. We have a variety of lasers which can treat all skin types and skin colors including dark & tanned skin. We will evaluate your options and customize a treatment program that best suits your personal needs.
How many treatments will I need?
Hair grows in cycles. However, the laser is most effective on hair in its actively growing cycle. At any one time there will only be certain hairs in that growing phase. This means that consistent treatments at appropriate intervals are necessary for the best possible results. The number of treatments required depends upon your skin, hair coloring, coarseness of the hair and hair density in treated areas. Because hair grows in three phases, and each hair goes through these stages independently, it is impossible for one laser treatment to permanently eliminate all hairs in a given area in one session. Clinical studies, which have followed patients for one year after completing two treatments, have shown that reduction in hair growth was stable for the duration of that time. While individual results may vary, clients typically find that it takes 5 to 7 treatments to get their desired results.
How does laser hair removal compare with other hair removal methods?
Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams are all temporary methods which must be repeated on a frequent basis. Laser hair removal offers permanent reduction of your hair removal needs.
Is laser hair removal covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for cosmetic procedures.
How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal is a faster, gentler way to remove unwanted hair, with outstanding results. It applies precisely controlled pulses of energy according to the principals of selective photothermolysis to reach into the hair follicles that lie beneath the skin. This energy heats the hair follicle, right down to the bottom of the root, destroying it without damaging surrounding tissue or skin.
What does it feel like?
Each pulse, which lasts less than a second, produces a slight stinging sensation. Proper cooling and operator expertise make
the experience quite tolerable.
Is it suitable for everyone?
At the Laser Hair Institute we customize the treatment to exactly match your hair, skin color, and type. As long as there is some color in your hair our time tested methodology will be effective.
What about side effects?
The lasers used by us at the Laser Hair Institute are commonly used in a wide range of medical and cosmetic procedures. Most people experience no side effects at all, though few exhibit some short-term reddening of the surrounding skin. You can return to your regular activities immediately after treatment, although it is advisable to keep the skin protected from intense exposure to direct sunlight for a few days.
