MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Laser hair removal is a safe and straightforward procedure that uses a medical-grade laser to damage hair follicles under the skin, preventing their regrowth.The heat kills the hair roots but the hairs remain in the skin and often become attached to the epidermis.

They will fall out after one to three weeks as the epidermis renews itself. During this period, it will seem that the hairs are growing a little faster as the epidermis pushes them out.

It is important to know that the first treatment is believed to synchronise the anagen (growth phase) of the non anagen hairs. This may cause what seems to be regrowth but is actually just sleeping hairs starting to grow at the same time (new growth). This in turn makes the next treatment (s) more effective.

You will start seeing noticeable results even from the second session. Plucking, bleaching and other forms of epilation e.g. waxing, should be avoided. This ensures as many follicles as possible can be destroyed by the light.

How many ?

The number of treatments depends on the area being treated. Stubborn areas may need a few extra treatments. Most areas of the body need 6–10 treatments. Because hair is in three growth stages, a course of treatments is needed to target all the hair.

How often?

Every 4-6 weeks is recommended. However every 2 weeks on the face has been popular with faster results.

Yearly maintenace top up may be needed for some. 

The system has a unique cryo-cooling handset which helps to numb the area before treatment by cooling it down, this also means there are no messy cold gels involved . As the light energy is absorbed by the pigment melanin the discomfort depends upon the concentration of melanin in the epidermis and the hairs combined. Consequently it hurts more in dark skinned people and those with dense dark hairs. However, the cryo system reduces this discomfort to a minimum. Certain areas it may like an elastic band ping. 

Yes you will get permanent hair reduction. You may need a top up if there are any hormonal changes though which may trigger new growth.
ie after pregnancy or menopause. 

Ideally, the hairs should be 1mm to 2mm long when you come in for treatment. Long hairs take up the energy and prevent all of it reaching the hair root. Therefore, the hair needs to be trimmed /shaved a couple of days just before treatment for maximum transmission of energy.

• You must not expose yourself to sunbeds or tanning lotions 1 month before or between treatments. It is advisable to apply high factor sun creams, e.g. SPF 30, to the treated area.
• No sauna, steam rooms or exercising which causes sweating for 24 hours. 
• You will be advised not to wear make-up for at least 24 hours after treatment.
• You must avoid waxing, plucking and bleaching etc, between subsequent treatments. Careful shaving is acceptable.
• Remember that successful results of your chosen treatment depends on the frequency of visits. You must complete the course as recommended during your consultation session.

Absolutely! I am fully insured to treat under 18’s with parental consent if they are suitable for treatment. 

The visible light is completely safe, so no special precautions are needed apart from wearing protective goggles for the brightness generated from the flash lamp. The skin of some clients becomes quite red immediately after treatment and very rarely small blisters, similar to those resulting from excessive sun exposure, can occur. However, most clients experience no side effects at all and the skin reactions described usually disappear within hours to a few