Hair removal can be a time consuming and costly undertaking. By investing in laser treatment instead of waxing, razors or cream that only provide temporary results, laser hair removal offers more time-efficient and cost-efficient alternatives.
The Alexandrite Laser emits a beam of light with 755nm wavelength that targets dark pigments in hair. However, it cannot effectively treat blonde or red hued locks and should be avoided on tanned skin.
The number of sessions depends on the hair density
Multiple laser hair removal treatments may be required in order to achieve long-term results, since hair grows in cycles and only those follicles in active growth phases are targeted by laser therapy. Therefore, it’s essential that regular treatments for your target area be scheduled in order to successfully reduce unwanted hair permanently.
At each treatment session, a laser emits a beam of concentrated light energy which is converted to heat energy that destroys hair follicles. As an effective and safe means of hair removal, laser therapy has become one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures. Waxing can cause painful ingrown hairs and rashes while laser therapy doesn’t need any downtime for recovery – meaning you can resume daily activities immediately following your session!
The number of sessions required will depend on several factors, including your hair thickness and density, skin type and hormonal fluctuations. You should see results after just one appointment; otherwise your practitioner will recommend additional appointments in order to reach optimal results.
Alexandrite laser hair removal can be effective on all skin types and colors, including very dark or tanned skin. Thanks to the cooling mechanism, this non-painful method is virtually painless for most users. To minimize discomfort during your appointment, avoid waxing or shaving the area prior to shaving for two days prior. There may be minor bruising from shaving; this should diminish with time.
For men or women with Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV who possess thick, dark terminal hair and fit the criteria of alexandrite laser therapy – as proven by recent research published in Archives of Dermatology – who wish to remove their terminal hair using multiple sessions with this laser system may find multiple alexandrite sessions beneficial in order to remove their unwanted locks more efficiently than Nd:YAG laser therapy.
For optimal results, a series of six to eight treatment sessions is advised for best results, and these should last at least a year or more. As hair growth during hormonal fluctuations such as pregnancy is normal, touch-up treatments will likely need to take place every three or four months for maintenance purposes.
The skin type
Laser treatments to remove unwanted hair can be safe and effective for most skin types. Before beginning treatment, consult an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and avoid medications which could make you sensitive to lasers. Also remember to shave the area to be treated before your session and always apply sunscreen regularly afterwards – depending on your skin type, laser may cause temporary discomfort such as pain or redness that fades over time.
There are various types of laser hair removal, each designed for different skin tones. Alexandrite laser is best suited to pale to medium skin while Nd:Yag laser works better on darker complexions. Each laser emits wavelengths of heat that are absorbed by pigment in hair follicles to remove their coloring pigments and permanently destroy hairs.
Laser hair removal damages hair follicles to stop or significantly delay hair regrowth, leading to permanent reduction. Laser treatment sessions may also help women on hormone replacement therapy and transgender patients achieve permanent hair reduction. If considering laser hair removal as an option for you, reach out to your insurance provider to understand coverage options and explore this process further.
Lasers use high-energy pulses of light to attack hair follicles and prevent future hair growth, with Alexandrite, Diode and Nd:Yag lasers among the most popular options for this procedure. Each type uses its own wavelength to target individual follicles but all provide similar results.
A key factor in determining how many laser hair removal sessions you require depends on your skin type and tone. When seeking medical assistance for laser treatments, find someone trained extensively in laser technology who can recommend the appropriate machine for you and avoid treatments at MedSpas and untrained clinics that could result in discoloration side effects or unexpected adverse side reactions like discoloration of skin pigmentation.
Selecting the incorrect laser hair removal machine could cause scarring and other severe skin conditions, so if you’re planning to undergo laser hair removal in New York City it is wise to visit an experienced cosmetic dermatologist such as Dr. Michele Green for proper guidance in laser technology for optimal results tailored to your individual skin tone. She has been treating patients in her Upper East Side office for more than 25 years!
The hair color
Laser hair removal works by sending pulses of heat directly into a hair follicle. This energy penetrates through the skin, penetrating pigmented hair shafts and absorbing into their pigment, thus destroying their roots and preventing future growth. Lasers work best on lighter-skinned patients; darker hair requires different laser technology because its light is absorbed by blood supply that feeds it.
At each session, patients lie on a treatment bed while the technician moves a laser over the body area that needs treating. Treatments can last from 10 minutes to an hour depending on its size; with its advanced cooling system and virtually painless procedure. Redness or swelling may occur following treatment; this typically subsides after several days.
Hair removal sessions depend on both hair color and skin tone; typically between six to eight sessions for body hair and four or eight for facial hair growth cycles are needed for successful removal; this may vary due to hormone influence on growth cycles; in such instances it would be wise to schedule sessions every 40 days or so.
Apart from hair removal, alexandrite lasers can also be used to treat pigmentation disorders such as sun damage and rosacea. Furthermore, this laser has proven itself effective at reducing fine lines and wrinkles – providing an alternative method of anti-ageing that is both quick and safe.
Alexandrite laser hair removal is one of the most sought-after solutions for getting rid of unwanted hair, being both fast, safe, and permanent*. Utilizing wavelength 755nm laser light waves to target color pigments within your hair shaft and destroy them, Alexandrite laser can effectively treat lighter skin tones as well as darker hair color for effective removal – as well as remove tattoos or any pigmentation disorders.
Before your laser treatment begins, it’s essential that the area where it will be applied does not receive plucking or waxing treatments. A gentle cleanser should be used to eliminate irritants while protecting it from sunlight exposure. A painkiller taken half an hour prior can also help ease any discomfort experienced.
The hair growth phase
Hair follicles go through three distinct phases, called anagen, catagen and telogen phases. For successful laser treatment to take place, all the hair should be in its anagen phase; however, only a portion of them actually are; others either in transition or the dormant telogen stage; thus multiple sessions may be necessary to reach desired results.
The alexandrite laser works by heating the pigment (colour) of unwanted hair follicles to stop their regrowth. Additionally, the laser disables interconnecting cells between hair follicles and blood supply that connect to new hair growth; in this way no new hairs emerge after treatment has begun. Skin can be kept cool with fans or ice packs during this procedure for maximum comfort during this completely painless treatment which is well tolerated by most individuals; occasionally there may be slight swelling or itching after which will resolve within days or so.
Patients preparing to use laser treatment should refrain from shaving or using hair removal cream in the area where laser therapy will be conducted for six weeks prior to beginning any sessions, since such methods remove hairs at their source and therefore can no longer be targeted by laser. It is also wise to avoid sun exposure – and particularly solariums – as strongly tanned skin absorbs too much laser heat, potentially leading to burns from laser heat exposure.
Due to the nature of hair growth cycles, it is imperative that laser treatments be completed every six to eight weeks. Otherwise, hairs in their anagen stage at your last treatment could move into catagen or telogen phases before being targeted again by laser.
In most cases, six to 10 treatments should be sufficient to significantly decrease unwanted hair growth. The number of sessions depends on whether darker or thicker hair is being addressed while lighter/finer hair will require less sessions; but, this will ultimately be determined by our experts at Citrine MedSpa.
