Laser hair removal offers one of the best long-term solutions for unwanted body hair. This noninvasive method eliminates the need for shaving, waxing, or plucking that often cause skin irritation and redness.
Every treatment specifically targets the dark pigment of your hair while leaving its surrounding skin undamaged and painlessly.
How long does it take?
Laser hair removal offers an effective alternative to electrolysis that’s fast, painless, and time-consuming: laser. Treatment times for smaller areas like upper lips or chin can take only minutes while for larger ones like back or legs it may take an hour or more. Our lasers use concentrated light beams that target hair follicles to block future growth – unlike tweezing or shaving which remove the surface hairs only, laser destroys their roots at source resulting in lasting results that outlive those from tweezing or shaving!
As laser hair removal treatments depend on your personal situation and area being targeted, regular visits for laser treatments may be required at various intervals depending on your particular case and area being addressed. Our consultation can identify how many sessions will be necessary.
People typically require two to six laser treatment sessions. After their sessions have concluded, most don’t see any hair for months or years afterward in their treated areas; when new growth does appear it tends to be much thinner and lighter colored than prior.
Before your laser hair removal session, you must shave and clean the area being treated. Furthermore, for at least 24 hours following laser hair removal treatment you must avoid exposure to direct sunlight or any sources of heat such as hot baths, saunas or exercise as the energy from laser stays within your skin for this duration.
After laser hair removal, it is still possible to shave the treatment area, however you will require an extra fine blade razor in order to avoid irritating the skin and use sunscreen with at least 30SPF and zinc oxide for added protection.
At some point during your laser hair removal treatment, you will experience discomfort as the laser’s light targets the hair follicles on the skin. We will provide numbing cream for extra comfort during treatment and offer advice to alleviate pain post-treatment.
As part of your treatment, the laser may produce a sound similar to high-pitched chirping noise – this is completely normal and indicates that your treatment has taken effect. Once complete, you can return to your routine without worry!
How much does it cost?
Laser hair removal may be less painful than waxing or shaving, yet still present some discomfort depending on your pain tolerance and treatment area. You may experience initial discomfort as the laser light targets and destroys unwanted follicles – however with each session becoming easier to manage and less painful than before.
Many factors affect laser hair removal prices, including its location and level of expertise and training of its specialists. Be wary of low-end “medical spas” which use outdated equipment; these will likely cost significantly more than a top-of-the-line medical office.
Attentiveness to laser choice by your physician should also be given due consideration, since different laser types work better with various skin tones and you’ll want to ensure they have all necessary equipment for safe, effective treatments. Some dermatologists even provide payment plans or financing solutions; it would be wise to inquire beforehand.
Keep in mind that laser hair removal isn’t covered by insurance, and will need to be paid for out-of-pocket. Many plastic surgeons offer financing plans or patient payment plans as a means of spreading out out-of-pocket costs among multiple lenders; just be sure you shop around for the best rates before making your decision!
One of the easiest ways to determine how much laser hair removal will cost for you is to meet with a specialist at your plastic surgeon’s office and have them give a personalized price estimate based on which area(s) of treatment interest.
The table below provides an estimate of per-session laser hair removal costs by body area. Please remember that multiple sessions will likely be necessary for optimal results; hair’s growth cycle only allows treatment during its anagen phase – only approximately 20% of hair may be in this phase at any given time.
How do I prepare?
If razor bumps, ingrown hairs and other irritation caused by shaving or waxing the upper lip area are bothersome to you, laser hair removal could be your answer. A quick and relatively painless procedure that removes unwanted hair as well as prevents future growth may be all it takes – long-lasting results means more time saved from frequent waxing or shaving sessions!
Prior to any laser treatment, it’s essential to shave the desired area so there is enough hair for the laser to target. Furthermore, it is ideal to refrain from waxing, plucking and hair bleaching on this area for two weeks prior to your appointment – this ensures the laser energy targets only your hair roots rather than nearby tissues.
Before and after your treatment, try to limit sun exposure as sun damage can compromise how effectively laser therapy targets hair follicles. Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen when heading outdoors and cover the treated area when venturing outdoors. Once done with treatment, resume normal activities but avoid hot tubs and saunas for 24 hours post treatment for best results.
Before your laser treatment begins, a numbing gel will be applied to the face. A trained medical aesthetician will then use the laser on your lips to permanently disable hair follicles – this process is relatively painless and quick compared with having ingrown hairs and irritation from shaving or waxing regularly. Many patients find laser treatment easier.
Laser treatments target pigment in hair follicles and convert it to heat, which damages them and ultimately stops their hair production. FDA-approved treatment, this option can be safe and effective for most individuals; some may experience some temporary discomfort during treatment (which resembles being pinged with a needle), which should dissipate within minutes or less.
If you’re seeking laser hair removal, be sure to select a provider who is board-certified in dermatology with expertise in cosmetic and surgical dermatology. Spas and salons that employ nonmedical personnel may cause serious infections and complications which could require hospitalization for treatment.
How do I know if I’m a good candidate?
Laser hair removal is an excellent option for permanently eliminating unwanted hair. The process uses light wavelengths to target pigment within your hair without harming any surrounding tissues – an advantage for those with darker skin tones but lighter locks or vice versa. Furthermore, it works best when treating groups of hair rather than single stray follicles – thus making this treatment ideal for larger areas like underarms and legs as well as smaller regions like upper lip and chin regions.
Laser treatments should only be performed by professionally-trained, licensed providers to ensure maximum safety for you and results. An experienced provider knows how to set up and operate their device safely for your skin type and hair color – something not always offered at beauty spas; Reflections offers only high-quality equipment and experienced providers, as we know our clients don’t want cookie-cutter settings inappropriate for their individual characteristics.
Before your session, it is essential that the treatment region be clean and shaven. Furthermore, you should avoid waxing, plucking or other hair removal methods for two weeks leading up to your appointment date and wear sunscreen with SPF 30+ on it in order to minimize sun damage and protect results.
At your session, you’ll be provided with goggles to limit eye exposure and may also receive topical numbing agent to ensure maximum comfort during your experience. Your provider will then activate their laser device and move it across your face or body, targeting hair follicles and eliminating fuzz to leave you looking flawless again – once this session has concluded you can return to daily activities as you please!
No matter if it’s an unsightly unibrow or stubborn peach fuzz that won’t stop growing, laser hair removal can give the results that boost confidence and give you back your peace of mind. Eliminate high maintenance shaving and waxing routines altogether with this powerful precision instrument that has been proven safe and effective on many different skin types and colors.
