Laser hair removal offers long-term solutions to unwanted hair that will alleviate your daily shaving and waxing chores.
Laser hair removal first gained widespread acceptance in the 1990s and was classified by medical boards as a medical procedure; which is considered anything that affects living tissue by most states.
Experienced Dermatologist
As with other medical aesthetic treatments, laser hair removal should only be conducted by board-certified dermatologists to ensure its safety and efficacy. Not only will they perform laser hair removal services but these trained professionals may also offer additional cosmetic treatments like Botox/dermal fillers treatment as well as skin rejuvenation/sun damage repair services.
As laser hair removal became a mainstream practice, most state medical boards considered it “practice of medicine.” Therefore, anyone conducting it must be licensed. Unfortunately, however, state laws vary wildly on whether physician supervision is mandatory while some allow delegation of procedures to non-physicians while still others leave it up to salon owners to decide how much physician oversight they require.
Some states, such as New York, have created an unregulated market that breeds complications. A series of high-profile cases involving serious burns and discolorations caused by unlicensed practitioners has given rise to calls for change.
Many laser service providers lack formal training. Laser hair removal may be taught as an advanced treatment in some cosmetology or esthetician schools; nurses and doctors sometimes enroll as an opportunity to broaden their skill set while earning additional money. But industry has successfully fought off attempts to classify it as medical practice; New York legislators have yet to pass laws mandating non-medical training requirements for providers.
The American Academy of Dermatology suggests a minimum of six sessions for laser hair removal to achieve long-lasting cosmetic results. However, it’s imperative that any treatment be administered effectively to avoid risks and side effects like ingrown hairs and pigmentation issues.
Your practitioner should first conduct an assessment of your skin color and type to choose the most effective settings and procedure parameters to achieve maximum results. This is especially important when treating patients with darker skin tones who are more vulnerable to hyperpigmentation and laser burns.
Dr. Green offers personalized laser hair removal consultations in Manhattan’s Upper East Side office and will work closely with each patient to develop an individualized schedule of future treatments that suit their individual needs and aesthetic goals.
Customized Treatment Plan
Laser hair removal is a safe, fast and effective method for permanently eliminating unwanted hair. Laser light targets hair follicles to stop their growth cycle by sending an ineffective signal which causes their cycles to slow or stop altogether. Laser treatments can treat areas such as face, arms and legs and each treatment plan can be tailored specifically to each patient depending on how much hair must be removed as well as skin color considerations.
Before having any type of laser procedure done, you will meet with an experienced dermatologist to discuss your goals and the appropriate type of laser equipment that meets them. At this time, any questions that may arise will also be addressed by them. It is also recommended to refrain from using sunless or spray tanning creams two weeks prior to an appointment as these can impede its effectiveness as well as any form of hair removal such as plucking, waxing or electrolysis; which may disrupt its success.
A physician will use an electrosurgery device to target any unwanted hairs in an area, then administer a pulse of light that destroys them without harming nearby skin or becoming painful for you. You might feel something similar to a small pinch. Patients with darker skin tones are more prone to hyperpigmentation and laser burns; so your physician should take extra precautions in working on these patients.
Many areas of the body will need multiple laser treatments in order to fully rid themselves of unwanted hair, as it grows at different rates depending on its cycle and when its active growth phase starts. Some parts, like upper lips, develop rapidly while others develop slowly – such as legs.
After initial treatments have been completed, dermatologists may suggest a maintenance plan to help their patients keep the results. This usually includes regular short treatment sessions every 10-12 weeks that help keep hair in its anagen phase and reduce future treatments; they will work closely with each patient to develop the most suitable maintenance schedule based on individual needs.
Safe & Effective
Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, laser hair removal parlors were ubiquitous throughout New York and other cities, especially popular with young people enticed by daily deals. But unlike conventional grooming services like haircuts or manicures, laser hair removal stands apart by crossing over between personal care and medical procedures with sometimes serious physical consequences; even though loosely regulated it should only be conducted by licensed and trained practitioners.
According to a healthcare attorney, most state medical boards consider laser hair removal the practice of medicine because pigment in hair absorbs light pulses that destroy capillaries feeding hair follicles and stop hair growth. If the wrong device or technician are used or their skin tone is ignored during treatments, however, discoloration, burns and other unwanted side effects may arise resulting in discolored areas and burns being left behind after their session is complete.
Cosmetic dermatologists and plastic surgeons are authorized to perform the procedure safely in their offices, equipped with specialized equipment and years of training that make them capable of safely treating any skin tone or hair type safely and effectively. Furthermore, doctors can tailor treatment plans specifically to target specific hair-growth patterns for long-lasting results.
Laser hair removal requires multiple sessions as it only targets hair in its active growth phase – about 20% of hair follicles at any given time in an area. Furthermore, its effectiveness depends on your hair type and color: fine blonde locks often do not respond as effectively, and may require more extensive treatments whereas coarse dark locks tend to absorb laser energy more efficiently.
Dr. Michele Green delegates some laser hair-removal tasks to her staff at her private dermatology practice on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, yet still oversees and assesses each procedure herself. Additionally, she works closely with each client to establish a personalized treatment schedule suited specifically to their needs and cosmetic goals, taking into account hormonal fluctuations which could impact hair growth cycles.
Affordable
Are you tired of shaving, plucking and waxing away your unwanted hair? A laser hair removal treatment could be exactly what’s needed! FDA has approved laser hair removal as an effective, non-invasive solution for permanent hair reduction; however, the American Academy of Dermatology strongly suggests seeking help from an experienced cosmetic dermatologist such as Dr. Michele Green in NYC so as to achieve maximum results and avoid side effects like burns or hyperpigmentation.
New York offers many beauty salons and spas that specialize in laser hair removal services, from independent storefront locations to chains or franchises. Cosmetic dermatologists and plastic surgeons may also perform laser treatments at their offices; the cost can vary widely depending on both experience and equipment used during laser hair removal procedures.
Laser hair removal works by targeting unwanted pigment in unwanted hair with light energy pulses that damage or destroy its follicle without harming any surrounding tissues. Over time, damaged follicles become dormant and stop producing hair altogether – leaving your skin smooth and fuzz-free! For most individuals it takes 6-8 sessions for the desired result – when new growth returns it should typically be lighter in color and finer texture than before your treatment was started.
Laser hair removal is an affordable solution for anyone seeking to reduce unwanted hair on a small patch, or completely eradicate their need to shave, wax, or tweeze it away. In some instances, thicker hair may require multiple sessions in order to decrease growth; the total cost can be determined through consultation at a private dermatology office located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side neighborhood.
Manhattan Aesthetics takes pride in offering safe, high-quality laser hair removal treatments to patients in New York City and the surrounding area. We utilize an FDA-cleared Candela medical laser, designed specifically to work on all complexions. This device penetrates deeply into skin layers to disrupt hair follicles at their base – effectively slowing or stopping future hair growth.
