What is Laser Hair Removal?
There’s nothing more frustrating than unwanted body and facial hair. Sure, you can wax, shave and tweeze it, but the never-ending battle with stubborn hair and peach fuzz can finally be eliminated once and for all with laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is a permanent treatment that destroys the hair and its follicle. It works exceptionally well for eliminating unwanted hair on the face and body from head to toe. This tried-and-true solution leaves the skin soft and smooth without any unwanted hair in sight. At Skin Plus Beauty we use the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus which is safe for all skin tones. Also, it has a built-in cryogen cooling system that makes the treatment virtually painless.
Laser hair removal is ideal for targeting unwanted hair in several areas, from head to toe. The most popular treatment areas for men and women include:
- Face
- Cheeks
- Upper Lip
- Chin
- Neck
- Ears
- Nose
- Underarms
- Areolas
- Back
- Shoulders
- Chest
- Bikini
- Abdomen
- Buttocks
- Legs
- Toes
- Arms
While laser hair removal has earned a reputation for being painful, the GentleMax Pro Plus laser is tolerable and painless. It has a built-in cryogen cooling system which blows cool air on your skin and makes each treatment more comfortable.
Although laser hair removal provides stellar results and leaves the skin smooth and with far less hair, it’s essential to know that results are not immediate. You will start to see results from your first session, however it can take a few months to see the full results and for the hair to shed. Not all hair follicles grow at the same rate, so it may appear like hair is still growing even if you have undergone a few treatment sessions.
Laser hair removal requires several sessions to eradicate the hair. That’s because the hair grows at different rates through the three phases of the growth cycle. The hair can be in various stages of the growth cycle at any time, so multiple sessions are necessary to eliminate all the hair in a treatment area. For it to be effective, heat must stunt the hair growth and destroy the follicle. The more heat the hair is exposed to during its growth cycle, the less hair grows from the follicle. With enough sessions, an ample yet safe amount of heat will be delivered to shorten the lifespan of the hairs and destroy them selectively.
Pricing
- X-Small Area $40
- Small Area $60
- Medium Area $85
- Large Area $105
- X-Large Area $180
- 6 Session Package 20% off
- Consultation Complimentary
Common FAQs
Waxing and shaving are quick and straightforward ways to remove hair temporarily, but the hair will grow back in a few days to a few weeks. Both shaving and waxing necessitate using tools to get rid of the hair. And with waxing, getting rid of the hair can be painful as hair is ripped out of the follicles. With both waxing and shaving, ingrown hairs and bumps are common.
No. While laser hair removal has earned a reputation for being painful, the GentleMax Pro Plus laser is tolerable and painless (although topical numbing cream or ice can be used to make you even more comfortable).
The GentleMax Pro Plus has a built-in cryogen cooling system which helps make each treatment 50% more comfortable than standard laser hair removal devices.
Everyone is different; your hair, skin, and treatment area determine how many sessions you’ll need. Most people need eight to twelve sessions to get rid of unwanted hair, but it is important to meet with a licensed Candela specialist before starting treatment to get an accurate recommendation.
Sessions are recommended every four weeks. Since laser hair removal can take nine to twelve months to complete, it’s vital to plan accordingly for the results to be seen. In addition, maintenance sessions are sometimes needed to keep the skin smooth and hair free.
Before each laser hair removal session, there are a few essential steps to follow. Make sure to shave (no waxing or tweezing) the treatment area a few hours (10 hours max) before your appointment. You’ll also want to come to your laser hair removal appointment with clean skin, so no deodorant, makeup, or lotion.
It’s essential that the skin is not recently exposed to the sun or has a tan. So avoid tanning or heavy sun exposure for a week before your session, and don’t use self-tanner for at least one month before your session.
After a session, keep the area clean, dry, and free of skin and body care products. It’s also important to keep the treated area from sun exposure, tanning beds, or self-tanners, which can impede the results.
While it’s normal for there to be some redness after a session, if the skin remains red or becomes swollen, make sure to apply cortisone cream or aloe vera to soothe the skin.
Still have a question?
With so many available aesthetic treatments today it can be hard to determine where to start. At Skin Plus Beauty we have developed an AI treatment planner to help you begin (or continue) your journey into a beautiful you. Get started with 3 simple steps:
- Start by selecting the body areas you want treated.
- Then choose the concerns that bother you.
- Watch as the AI treatment planner provides personalized recommendations to discuss with your service provider. Its that easy!
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