Laser hair removal is a safe and effective solution for eliminating unwanted hair. It works by targeting melanin in hair follicles to damage them permanently, leading to permanent reduction of unwanted strands.
If waxing and shaving are no longer effective solutions for hair removal, diode laser hair removal could be the ideal choice for you. Learn how the procedure works and its efficacy by reading on!
It’s Effective on All Skin and Hair Types
Laser hair removal is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment involving a concentrated beam of light from a laser machine to eliminate or reduce unwanted body hair. The energy from the laser absorbs melanin pigment (the dark-brown hue that colors your locks) and converts to heat energy, damaging or destroying hair follicles in the skin and inhibiting or delaying their future growth.
Waxing and shaving are only temporary solutions that temporarily remove hair at its source, while diode laser hair removal permanently eradicates unwanted follicles by targeting their roots to stop future hair growth. It is safe for use on any area of the body and all Fitzpatrick skin types.
For optimal results, it is essential that the area being treated be thoroughly cleansed of any dirt or oil that may obstruct laser energy’s transmission to hair follicles. Once this step has been taken, cooling gel should be applied prior to beginning treatment. Once applied, turn on your machine and select your energy level – typically starting out low is best until you become more familiar with the procedure.
To achieve maximum effectiveness, schedule sessions six weeks apart so as to achieve 70-90% hair reduction upon completing the full treatment cycle.
Your number of treatments depends on your unique needs and the area being treated, with larger areas like your back requiring an hour-long session while smaller spots like underarms, face or bikini lines may only need 20 minutes for completion.
The Eneka PRO employs advanced diode technology that is capable of treating all Fitzpatrick skin types without producing unwanted side effects, due to combining multiple wavelengths with integrated cooling for increased patient comfort. In contrast to traditional IPL technology that uses an array of wavelengths that may cause burns or discolorations on darker skin tones.
It’s Safe
Diode laser hair removal is one of the safest treatment options for eliminating unwanted hair. The light energy emitted by this non-invasive and non-surgical procedure penetrates deep into your skin, penetrating to target melanin-rich hair follicles that contain melanin pigment, heating them so much that their survival becomes impossible, effectively stopping future hair growth altogether. As these targeted follicles are isolated, there’s no risk of harm to surrounding tissues – all this in just 20 minutes!
Diode laser technology differs significantly from IPL (intense pulsed light) technology in that it emits one focused wavelength that absorbs melanin within hair follicles to destroy them and achieve better results with fewer side effects than other forms of laser technology.
Before beginning diode laser hair removal treatment, it’s essential that the area to be treated be fully prepared. This means forgoing other methods of hair removal like waxing and shaving for several weeks prior to your appointment; also avoiding self-tanner or spray tans; as well as any cosmetics; to ensure the skin remains bare.
Your first meeting with your provider should focus on assessing whether diode laser hair removal is suitable for you. If so, they will walk you through the treatment process and address any concerns or queries you have before applying a cooling gel for added comfort during treatment.
The initial treatment will last around thirty minutes and require scanning the treatment area and eliminating active hair follicles. After that, you can return to regular activities. Multiple sessions may be required but each will move you closer towards permanent hair reduction.
diode laser hair removal treatments produce long-term results; most clients achieve 70-90% hair reduction after several sessions. There may still be the chance of some hairs regrowing; therefore it’s essential to keep up your routine by scheduling regular maintenance visits.
It’s Fast
Laser hair removal offers permanent solutions to remove unwanted body hair. The procedure is quick and requires no downtime – you can go right back to work or home after your treatment session has concluded.
The treatment involves the use of a handheld device emitting pulses of light. These pulses penetrate deep into your skin and penetrate hair follicles containing melanin pigment responsible for creating unwanted hair growth, effectively disabling or damaging them in turn resulting in permanent results after following your prescribed number of treatment sessions.
Although permanent hair reduction may be achieved after just one or two treatments, optimal results typically require four to six sessions that occur about once every month. This ensures each of your follicles can be addressed during its active phase – when they produce most hair.
Each client’s aesthetic goals differ, so the duration of diode laser hair removal treatment varies accordingly. Larger areas may take an hour-long session while smaller ones can be addressed within 20 minutes. Your provider will conduct a skin sensitivity test prior to beginning any laser procedure so as to ensure you can safely undergo this process.
As part of your treatment, you won’t feel any pain or discomfort during laser hair removal. A numbing cream may be applied prior to your session to increase comfort levels; however, for most clients this step isn’t needed. While you might experience some slight tingling when the laser destroys unwanted follicles, this discomfort should be easily tolerated; additionally your laser technician may employ cooling technology in order to further minimize discomfort during sessions. For optimal results and long-term hair reduction results it is crucial that sessions continue so you can reach permanent hair reduction and smooth skin!
It’s Comfortable
Diode laser hair removal performed by an experienced professional is generally pain-free. Cooling technology provides added comfort while safeguarding against undesirable side effects like redness, swelling, and itching. You may experience some slight tingling as the laser burns away hair follicles; most patients find this tolerable; however if discomfort becomes an issue we recommend inquiring with your therapist about topical numbing cream beforehand.
Cooling technology also works to alleviate discomfort caused by laser light energy, making the laser hair removal process much more pleasant than waxing or shaving, both of which can be very painful and time consuming.
diode lasers differ from IPL (intense pulsed light) in that they use one specific wavelength of light to target melanin pigment in hair follicles, whereupon light energy absorbs by melanin absorbs and converts to heat energy, thus dissolving hair follicles. This allows laser technology to treat all skin types – even darker complexions which were difficult to treat with IPL technology.
Diode laser hair removal treatments provide long-term solutions, but regular sessions are necessary so each hair follicle has an opportunity to be destroyed during its active growth cycle. Most patients achieve their desired results after four to six treatments sessions.
Diode laser hair removal treatment is not only more efficient than traditional methods, but is also faster and more convenient; most clients complete their treatment within an hour.
Are you tired of shaving and waxing, looking for a permanent solution to get rid of hair? Orlando Dermatology’s diode laser hair removal may be just what’s needed – contact us online or via telephone now to discover more about their services and schedule your consultation session – they proudly serve clients throughout Orlando area!
