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Permanent, Safe,
Effective
Recent advances in laser hair removal
technology now make it possible to permanently
reduce unwanted body hair, quickly and easily, with
proven long-term results.
Each of your hair follicles is in
one of 3 stages of growth at any given time. The
"active growth" (anagen) phase, "regressive" (categen)
phase, and "resting" (telogen) phase.
The laser is most effective at
disabling "actively growing" hairs during treatment.
It is during anagen that the hair shaft contains the
greatest abundance of melanin, the target of the
laser light. Many hair follicles are in their
resting or regressive stages at any given time. The
length of the growth cycles also vary slightly by
body area. Your treatment plan will be customized to
obtain optimal results.
FAQs about
Laser Hair Removal:
How does laser
hair removal work and why is it safe?
Lasers have been used for over a
decade for a variety of medical cosmetic procedures
including the treatment of facial and leg veins, age
spots and smoothing fine lines on the face. We
utilize state-of-the-art technology to customize
your treatment depending upon your skin type and
hair density. Our laser hair removal systems emit a
precise beam of pulsating light that passes through
the skin to the hair follicle where the energy is
absorbed by melanin (or pigment) that gives color to
the hair shaft. The lasers’ energy is then absorbed
by the pigment in the hair and transferred to the
surrounding hair follicle.
Who can be
treated?
The unique design and long wavelength
of our lasers at Arizona Lase & Skin allow the laser
to treat patients of all skin tones and types
including African American, Asian, Indian, Hispanic,
Caucasian, and even patients with a suntan!
Why is laser preferred for
hair removal?
Most people are great candidates.
Traditional hair removal techniques, such as
shaving, plucking and waxing, provide only temporary
hair removal. Until now, the only long-lasting hair
removal solution has been by electrolysis - which
can be time-consuming and is usually limited to
small areas, because each hair is treated
individually.
One significant advantage of laser
hair removal treatment is that it affects a large
number of hair follicles at once resulting in quick,
more permanent results. As a general rule, several
treatments will be required and you can expect to
see a 30% reduction in hair growth after just one
treatment.
Will laser hair
removal work for me?
The best results have been achieved
on dark, coarse hair, but other factors may
influence the treatment process, and are generally
best evaluated and discussed in person. We offer
complimentary consultations.
Are there any
restrictions on my activity after treatment?
You can return to work or resume
normal activities immediately following your laser
hair removal procedure. However, since some redness
may occur, you may want to plan your work or social
engagements accordingly. This may last from a few
minutes to several days depending on the area and
your skin's sensitivity.
What precautions
should be taken before and after treatment?
You must stop plucking or waxing your
hair for several weeks prior to the laser hair
removal to be optimally effective. We have a variety
of lasers to safely treat all skin types and skin
colors including dark & tanned skin. Our highly
trained professionals educate you on your options
and tailor a treatment program to best suits your
personal needs. Together you and the laser
specialist can decide if your expectations will be
met and which treatment is the best option for you.
How many
treatments will I need?
Hair grows in cycles. The laser is
only effective on hair in its actively growing
cycle. At any one time there will only be certain
hairs in that growing phase. This means that
consistent treatments at appropriate intervals are
absolutely necessary for the best possible results.
The number of treatments required depends upon your
skin, hair coloring, coarseness of the hair and
density per treated area.
The laser hair removal system
causes permanent reduction in the number of hairs
growing in an area. Because hair grows in three
phases, and each hair goes through these stages
independently, it is almost impossible for one laser
treatment to permanently reduce all hair in a given
area. Clinical studies, which have followed patients
for one year after completing two treatments, have
shown that reduction in hair growth was stable for
the duration of that time. While individual results
may vary, patients typically find that it takes 6
to 10 treatments to get the desired results.
Is laser hair
removal covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies do not offer
reimbursement for cosmetic procedures.
How does laser
hair removal work?
Laser hair removal is a faster,
gentler way to remove unwanted hair, with
outstanding results. It applies precisely controlled
pulses of energy (electrical and light, with
cooling), reaching into the hair follicles that lie
beneath the skin. The energy heats the hair, right
down to the bottom of the root, destroying it
without damaging surrounding tissue or skin.
What does it feel
like?
Each pulse, which lasts less than a
second, produces a slight tingling feeling. In
particularly sensitive areas, such as the upper lip,
it may feel like a quick, light pinch.
Is it suitable
for everyone?
At Arizona Laser & Skin we customize
the treatment to exactly match your hair and skin
color and type. As long as there is some color in
your hair (even blond hair has enough color), then
our system will be effective.
What about side
effects?
The energies used are commonly used
in a range of medical and cosmetic procedures that
have proven to be safe. Most people experience no
side effects at all, though few exhibit some
short-term local reddening of the surrounding skin.
You can return to your regular activities
immediately after treatment, although it is
advisable to keep the skin protected from exposure
to direct sunlight for a short period of time.
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