Most anyone can be a good candidate for laser hair removal. However, individuals with dark hair tend to have the best results. This is because the laser targets the pigment in the hair follicles. For people with blonde, white or red hair, laser hair removal may not be as effective as these hair colors lack the pigment needed for the laser to pick on them.

Before seeking treatment, make sure you don’t have any open wounds or skin rashes.

Prior to your initial laser hair removal treatment, you will have a brief consultation with one of our registered nurses. During your consultation, you can discuss the areas you are interested in treating, and the nurse will determine the appropriate laser strength to use based on the color of your hair and your skin pigment.

We use the Cynosure Vectus laser for all of our laser hair removal treatments. This revolutionary laser technology works fast to make your laser hair removal appointment as enjoyable and convenient as possible. Optional topical numbing cream is available with prior notice for added comfort.

Laser hair removal targets and destroys hair follicles, leaving the surrounding skin unharmed. Depending upon the treatment area, the initial procedure can usually be completed within minutes without the need for downtime.

Hair grows in cycles and laser hair treatment is most effective during the new hair growth stage. Most patients require several treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to achieve optimal results.

When preparing for your laser hair removal treatment, it’s important to stop waxing and tweezing in the treatment area for several weeks, avoid sun exposure and tanning beds and shave with a new razor on the day of your treatment.

After your treatment, you may notice some swelling and redness which should diminish after a few hours. Ice can be used to help ease any discomfort. While laser hair removal requires no recovery period, you will receive detailed post-treatment care instructions, such as avoiding sunlight and refraining from other hair removal methods between treatments.

Treated hair follicles will shed over the following days. Treated hair grows in finer and lighter and eventually stop growing.

Laser hair removal is not for everyone, as complexion and hair color play a vital role in the success of treatment. Your results will vary depending on the treatment area, hair texture, and both the number and frequency of treatments.

While laser hair removal requires no recovery period, you will receive detailed post-treatment care instructions, such as avoiding sunlight and refraining from other hair removal methods between treatments.

If laser hair removal is not the right hair removal method for you, we may recommend our professional waxing services for your hair removal needs.

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