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Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment inside the hair follicle without damaging delicate pores and structures of the skin. Because hair cycles through "growth" and "dormant" phases, and because during the "dormant" phase the follicle has no pigment, 5-7 treatments will be needed.The area to be treated is shaved. The size or the area treated will determine the number of laser activations, or "pulses", required.
Hair removal is much faster with a laser as the laser is pulsed about once per second across the surface of the skin. Each "pulse" of laser light disables a large numbers of hair follicles. Electrolysis operators can only treat those hairs that they can see and which they can reach the follicle through the hair shaft. A laser treats any "active" follicle, even if the hair has not yet reached the surface of the skin, or if the hair shaft is not straight.
The number of sessions will vary for each individual. During the initial visit, the laser light disables those follicles in the "active" phase of the growth cycle. Follicles in the "dormant" phase will not be affected. Since follicles cycle through "active" and "dormant" phases, additional sessions may be desired once the "dormant" follicles become "active". For this reason, we recommend a series of three treatments.
How is Laser Hair Removal different from electrolysis?
Electrolysis is a much slower process. With electrolysis a needle is actually inserted into each hair follicle, one at a time. Once inserted, an electric shock burns the follicle to retard hair growth. Laser Hair Removal uses the cool light of the laser to scan the treatment area and within minutes all of the hairs in the laser's beam are treated. Most patients who have had both procedures say that Laser Hair Removal is less painful, faster and more convenient.
What are the benefits of Laser Hair Removal?
• Larger areas may be treated using lasers than with electrolysis, waxing
or tweezing.
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• It combines the speed of shaving with the lasting results promised by electrolysis. |
• Laser Hair Removal is effective on almost any area of the body where smoother, younger, hair-free skin is desired. |
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does IPL hair removal work? The Starlux Intense Pulsed Light hair removal system targets the hair follicle without disrupting the skin’s surface to remove hair on any part of the body for smooth softer looking skin. The energy directed from the IPL handpiece is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicle, which enables the hair to grow. Our top of the line approach to hair removal is safe for all skin types and targets all hair colors that contain melanin. The result is permanent hair reduction providing the most desired effect.
Is IPL Hair Removal safe?
Yes, the Palomar Starlux laser is the most sought after IPL machine on the market today providing maximum hair removal results. Palomar was the first laser and light based company to receive FDA approval for “permanent hair reduction”. Free consultations with the doctor are available to determine if you are the right candidate for IPL hair removal.
How often do I come in for treatment? Since your hair grows in intervals of 3 cycles, we recommend waiting 5-6 weeks in between treatments until your desired result is achieved. Our goal is to target hair growth in the Anagen phase where hair growth is active and contains the most melanin.
I was out in the sun, is it okay to get treated? We recommend staying out of the sun for 4-6 weeks before treatments for safe and optimal results.
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Is IPL Hair Removal permanent?
Yes, hair follicles that have absorbed the energy of the light and have been destroyed (usually 80%) will never grow hair again. Some hair growth may appear after 5-7 treatments but it will be thinner, lighter in color and grow at a much slower rate than before.
What does IPL Hair Removal feel like? Some say it feel likes small elastic bands slapping against the skin or mini pinches, while others don’t feel a thing. Though it is not necessary, we provide an anesthetic cream to numb the area and a Zimmer cooler that sprays cool air to make your treatment as comfortable as possible.
How long does the treatment take? The Starlux IPL system is able to treat areas of the body at a much faster rate than most lasers - cutting treatment time in half. Hair removal of the lip can take as little as 30 seconds whereas a treatment on your full legs can take up to an hour. It depends on the area of the body being treated and density of the hair.
How Many IPL treatments will I need for permanent hair reduction?Usually between 5-7 treatments is needed for permanent hair reduction. If you are not looking for full removal and would like to thin an area, fewer treatments are necessary. Hair will grow less and less with each treatment until your desired result is achieved. |
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