WHAT TO EXPECT REGARDING LASER HAIR REMOVAL
We want your experience at Laser 1 to be a pleasant one. Please review this
page for more information about the procedure. If you have any questions that are not listed here, please contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What kind of equipment do you use?
What are the benefits of laser hair removal over other methods of hair removal?
What does laser hair removal feel like?
How long does treatment usually take?
Can I return to work and normal activities immediately?
How does laser hair removal work?
Who can be treated?
How many treatments will be required?
Preparations for Laser Hair Removal Clients
Prior to Treatment
After Treatment
What kind of equipment do you use?
At Laser 1 we use the LightSheer hair removal system. LightSheer is a laser designed to eliminate unwanted hair from the body.
The system delivers laser light through a cooled handpiece to disable hair follicles which results in diminished hair growth.
What are the benefits of laser hair removal over
other methods of hair removal?
Unlike shaving, waxing, depilatories and tweezing, laser hair removal provides a long-term growth delay and permanent hair
reduction. Laser hair removal is fast, safe and effective. Where electrolysis treats a single hair at a time, laser hair
removal can cover large areas rapidly.
What does laser hair removal feel like?
Laser hair removal is typically a very tolerable procedure. On a scale of 1-10, most clients rate it a 3 or 4. The procedure
is often likened to a rubber band snap. Certain areas may be more sensitive; the use of a numbing cream prior to treatment may
be desired.
How long does treatment usually take?
Depending on the area to be treated, laser hair removal can take only a few minutes or over an hour. The most commonly treated
areas, bikini line, upper lip, chin, underarms, typically require less than 20 minutes for treatment.
Can I return to work and normal activities
immediately?
Yes, you can return to work and most normal activities immediately. However, you should avoid any activities that will
drastically raise your body temperature such as hot tubs, saunas, strenuous exercise, etc.
After laser hair removal, the treated site may feel like a mild sunburn for 24 hours or more. Slight redness and swelling surrounding the hair follicles is normal and is actually an indicator of a good clinical response. Although irritating preparations (glycolic acid, retinoids etc.) should be avoided, mineral make-up can be applied to the treated area shortly after treatment.
How does laser hair removal work?
The laser energy is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle and converted to heat. The heat injures the hair follicle so
that it cannot produce new hairs.
Who can be treated?
The LightSheer is safe and effective on all skin types. Laser hair removal is most effective on darker hair, although hair
follicles containing significant amount of pigment may be treated as well.
How many treatments will be required?
Every client is different. In general, clients will require 4-8 treatments spaced approximately 4-8 weeks apart to achieve
satisfactory results. Our practice cannot promise that each client will achieve any level of permanent hair reduction; however,
on average most clients can expect to achieve a 50-90% permanent reduction of hair growth in that area.
Preparations for Laser Hair Removal Clients
Prior To Treatment:
- Do not tweeze, wax, or undergo electrolysis in the areas you wish to have treated for 4 weeks prior to laser hair removal
- Do not tan the areas to be treated for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
- Avoid using self-tanning products for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
- Shave area completely prior to your treatment.
- Do not wear deodorant if underarms are to be treated.
- No Accutane use 6 months prior to treatment.
- Stop Retin A, Retinol, Glycolic and AHA (Alpha Hydroxy) products 7 days prior to treatment.
- Due to heightened sensitivity during ovulation and menstruation, treatments should be scheduled before or after your cycle.
After Treatment:
- Some redness and swelling in the area is normal after treatment and may feel similar to a sunburn. This should resolve within several hours after treatment but may take up to several days.
- Gently clean area twice daily.
- Avoid irritants (glycolics, retinoids etc.) for seven (7) days after treatment.
- Apply a sunscreen of SPF 20 or greater, daily over the treated area.
- Do not exercise, or do anything to raise your body temperature, until red bumps have resolved.
- Do not pick or tweeze treated hairs.
- Call office with any questions or concerns.
