The laser emits a beam of light that is attracted to the pigment or melanin in the hair follicle that is in an

active growing cycle. Pre-determined pulse duration and energy settings are directed at and absorbed by

the hair follicles, disabling the growth of the follicles, resulting in quick, safe, and effective hair removal.

Lasers are precise instruments that can be adjusted to the exact parameters that will specifically disable

the hair follicle. The laser uses a wide beam that treats many hairs at once instead of treating hair-by-hair

like electrolysis. Because of this, large areas such as your legs, arms, or back can be treated in a short

period of time. You will see results that last far longer than tweezing, waxing, shaving, chemical

depilation, or other temporary methods.

The treatment does have a slight prickly or stinging sensation. Most of our clients are able to tolerate the

treatment without difficulty. However, since every person’s level of sensitivity is different and treatment

areas may vary, a topical numbing cream is available.

Reddening of the skin is the desired reaction. The redness usually subsides within a few minutes to a few

hours and returns to normal. Since the laser is not invasive in any way, no bandages are necessary. You

are able to re-apply your make-up, return to work, and continue with your normal daily activities

immediately following treatment.

It has been our experience that most of our patients are able to discontinue treatments, knowing they will

probably need an occasional touchup, after an average of 5-6 treatments, providing that the recommended

treatment schedule is followed. It is also important to understand that results may vary depending on the

individuals hair type, their stress levels, certain medications and different hormone levels. Keep in mind

results desired.

The FDA has cleared laser hair removal, regardless of the laser, for “Permanent Hair Reduction” only.

Based on our experience we believe that the hair treated will probably not re-grow. Each individual’s

treatment response may be different because of their hair or skin type and given that there are between

500 and 1000 follicles per square cm, of which many are dormant at the time of treatment, we have no

way of knowing if and when they may start growing due to stress levels, certain medications and different

hormone levels.

After your initial treatment, you should enjoy a significant reduction of hair. However, it will take 2-4

weeks for the treated hair to push its way to the surface and fall out. With each treatment, the hair in the

active growing phase will be effectively treated. A follow up appointment is scheduled 4-8 weeks after

each treatment. With that in mind, remember the importance of maintaining your follow up appointments.

Since the laser is attracted to the pigment in the hair follicle, these hair colors may not have enough

pigment to be successfully treated with the laser. If this applies to you, we may want to try a test spot to

see if your hair responds to the laser.