Laser Hair Removal

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The Ultimate Treatment for Removal of Unwanted Hair. Any Body Area. All Skin Types.

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Laser is the most successful technique available for removing unwanted hair, resulting in 90%+ permanent reduction.  

• Hair can quickly be removed from the face, neck, abdomen, breasts, arms, underarms, bikini line, back, shoulders, chest, ears, and between the eyebrows with little or no discomfort!
• Don't settle for just any hair removal laser! The best laser coupled with the best technicians equals optimal results.
• Our laser can remove hair safely and effectively from all types of skin, including Asian, African American, Latin American, and even tanned skin.

Our Laser System uses the latest technology, which is targeted flashes of light to block the regrowth potential of the hair follicle. These treatments do not damage surrounding tissue and each pulse targets numerous hair follicles simultaneously, allowing for the treatment of large areas quickly and effectively.

The Basics:

•  Laser Hair Removal requires 6 sessions 4-8 weeks apart.
•  It is not extremely painful...most people tolerate it very well.
• Any area outside of shaping eyebrows can be treated.
• The area should be (or will be) shaved prior to treatment.
•  It works...really!

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FAQ

How does laser hair removal work?

Laser hair removal works by delivering an intense beam of light that penetrates the skin and is preferentially absorbed by the melanin (pigment) in the hair follicle, generating energy in the form of heat, and effectively destroying the hair follicle without damaging the surrounding tissue.

What's the difference between laser and intense pulse light (IPL)?

Laser is a very special type of light that has three characteristics that separates it as the brightest, most powerful light known to mankind. Laser light is monochromatic (ie. one colour) so this means nearly 100% of laser light is one pure colour. IPL is not monochromatic, meaning that it has many different colours and only a small percentage of these colours are effective in the treatment of hair reduction.
Laser is collimated meaning it's slow to diverge or spread out. This makes laser light very powerful as nearly 100% of the light can be effective in the treatment of hair reduction. IPL is not collimated and is therefore quick to spread making it less effective for hair reduction.
Finally laser is coherent meaning that the light is totally reinforcing and doesn't cancel itself out, whereas IPL is not coherent and is not reinforcing making it less effective for the treatment of hair reduction.

It is important to understand that hairs in an active growth phase (anagen) are most affected by treatments. Since all hairs are not in this phase at the same time, several treatments are necessary to achieve the best results. Average number of treatments required is  6 sessions.

How is unwanted hair treated with laser?

Conventional treatments include shaving, plucking, waxing and depilatory creams. These methods provide temporary fixes that are often inconvenient, messy and irritating for the skin. Electrolysis can have good results, but is time-consuming, sometimes painful and is useful only in removing hair in small areas. Laser is rapidly changing hair removal treatment by providing gentle, non-invasive, long-lasting solutions to unwanted hair on any body area. The laser is passed over the entire area to be treated. A group of hairs are treated with each pulse.

What happens during a laser treatment?

Before each session begins, system settings are customized according to skin color and type and the area of the body being treated. Treatment begins by trimming away any hair above the surface of the skin and then conducting test spots to determine the patient's skin response to different device settings. Next, a cold gel (similar to ultrasound gel) is sometimes spread over the treatment area. This helps keep the skin cool and focus the light treatment.

Patients wear special eyewear to protect the eyes from the bright light. The device handpiece is moved over the treatment area, while light-based energy is emitted in highly controlled flashes or pulses. This heats up the hair, significantly damaging the regrowth potential of the follicle. When the gel is removed, much of the hair is wiped off with it.  Additional hair may fall out over the next two to four weeks.

How long do treatments last?

How many will I need? Sessions can last from a few minutes to more than an hour, depending on the size of the area being treated. The number of treatments required depends on several factors related to specific skin types and color, thickness and density of hair. Several treatments are necessary to achieve the best results - typically 6 sessions 4-6 weeks apart.

How much time is there between sessions?

Subsequent sessions are scheduled when the hair begins to regrow. The timing for this can range from four to eight weeks, depending on hair type and the part of the body being treated. Areas on the face are four weeks apart. Body areas are six to eight weeks apart.

Does it hurt?? What does the treatment feel like?

Most people tolerate the treatments very well. Discomfort is often described as a slight tingling or a pinch similar to the snap of a rubber band. A topical anesthesia -LMX - can be used when treating particularly sensitive areas of the body. LMX must be applied 45 minutes prior to each treatment to numb the area. You can purchase this product at Cosmetic Laser Solutions.

Are there any possible side effects?

The appearance of the treated area immediately following treatment will vary from patient to patient depending on the extent of the procedure and skin type. Side effects, if any, are usually minor. There may be some redness and swelling around the treated hair follicles; this is a desired clinical result indicating that the follicle has responded to treatment. This reaction typically disappears within hours.

Most people return to normal activity right away. On rare occasions, some blistering may occur, but this typically resolves quickly. The skin can become darker or lighter following treatment, but will generally return to normal within a few weeks.

Limiting sun exposure before and after each treatment will minimize the risk of complications. SPF75 Sunscreen is recommended.

What kind of results should I expect? Does this technology really remove hair long-term?

Yes. Scientific studies show that the use of targeted, light-based energy actually damages or destroys hair follicles at the cellular level. A permanent reduction in the number of regrowing hairs is usually achieved following each treatment.

Are these treatments FDA-cleared? Are they safe?

Yes, our lasers are FDA-cleared for the treatment of unwanted hair. The procedures have unparalleled safety records. Side effects are rare and generally well-tolerated.

Are these procedures covered by insurance?

Cosmetic procedures are not covered by insurance...sorry.

Why should I choose Cosmetic Laser Solutions?

Cosmetic Laser Solutions 10 + years experience, coupled with the ultimate laser, achieves optimal results.  The state-of-the-art Laser technology operates at the optimal wavelength of light that is best absorbed by both the hair shaft and follicle while protecting the surface skin from heat damage. This has been shown to be a successful method for permanent reduction of unwanted, unsightly hair. Numerous published studies in professional medical journals attest to our system's safety and long-term effectiveness.

The laser treats the hair by directing precise laser energy into the base of the follicle. A thin layer of cool, transparent gel may be applied to the treatment area to better focus the energy. The energy heats the hair and damages the hair follicle, causing the hair to fall out and to not grow back for some length of time, sometimes forever

Unlike some other hair removal tools, our laser incorporates continuously cooling of the skin. This proprietary feature helps to:

• maximize the effectiveness of the treatment
• decrease skin damage
• minimize any discomfort

Hair can be treated on any part of the body, no matter how deep the follicles may reside. Treatment of sensitive areas like the lips, ears, nose, underarms and bikini line can usually be tolerated easily but numbing cream is available if necessary.

Another key advantage is the system's large treatment area, enabling the device to cover more area in substantially less time. In fact, approximately 100 - 200 hairs can be treated with each zap of the laser, so that large swaths of hair on the legs, back and chest can be treated quickly in a single session. At the same time, it can be very precisely focused, so that hair is eliminated from delicate places.

Multiple treatment sessions are typically required for permanent hair reduction. The success of laser hair removal has been studied in numerous clinical trials. Hundreds of patients with a wide range of skin types and hair color have been treated and followed (in some cases) for several years. In a key Harvard study, all 92 patients treated had complete or near complete temporary hair loss. Almost 90% of patients experienced significant, long-lasting hair removal, or permanent hair reduction, with no serious side effects observed.

Be Aware!!  Not all lasers will achieve the same results!! If you're basing your decision on price only, you  may not achieve the results your looking for. 

Hair Removal Lasers:

Normal Mode Ruby Laser 694 nm

Most patients experience erythema and edema that disappears within 48 hours. Some patients will have temporary hyper- or hypopigmentation and blistering in 5%, all of which are more common with darker skin. Normal Mode Ruby Laser is an effective laser, but is not very popular due to the high amount of heat they produce, large size and cost.

Long-Pulsed Alexandrite Laser 755 nm

After 3-5 treatments, 75-95% hair removal can be expected. This laser is best for lighter skinned patients

Nonlaser Light Source 550-1100 nm (IPL)

Different wavelengths can be used to be compatible with each individual's skin type or hair color. Studies show 52-63% hair reduction after 1-4 treatments. This laser is not popular and can be difficult to learn, so make sure your technician is experienced in using this laser.

Nd:YAG Laser 1064 nm - older models

Although this laser produces significant hair loss up to 12 weeks after treatment, hair loss diminishes over time, even with multiple treatments.

Cosmetic Laser Solutions' laser generates significant hair loss in most patients, with permanent hair reduction after several treatments. We can treat all skin types safely and effectively.

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