Laser Hair Removal at S3 skin and laser
Almost everyone has unwanted hair somewhere on their body. Unfortunately, traditional hair removal routines can be tedious, painful and expensive overtime. There are several ways to remove unwanted hair, all are temporary. Laser hair removal is the only clinically proven way to permanently reduce unwanted hair gently, quickly and effectively.
What is laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is a process that helps to reduce hair growth and increase the manageability of excess hair in the long-term. A laser is a device that creates and amplifies a narrow, intense beam of light. Laser energy is used to selectively target and disrupt hair follicles whilst leaving the skin unaffected. It has been used since the 1990's for this reason, and can help reduce unwanted hair that is usually removed by plucking, shaving or waxing, and make hair management an easier task.
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How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal works by using a laser or light source to target and selectively heat the hair follicle. The laser is attracted to the melanin (pigment/colour) in the hair follicle where it is converted to heat energy that can destroy the stem cell in the hair follicle and prevent its future growth. The skin also takes up part of the laser energy, but it has the ability to lose heat quicker than the hair follicle, and is left intact. Hair also has a larger amount of melanin than skin, therefore it attracts the laser energy more readily than skin. The hair follicle also dissipates heat slower than the skin, and therefore tends to heat more than the skin with laser treatments.
Laser hair removal works best on the hairs that are in their "anagen" or active growth phase.
What happens during the laser hair removal treatment?
The laser head is placed on the skin, and systematically moved over the areas to be treated. We also use a cooling system is used throughout the treatment to reduce the heat and discomfort of the laser on the skin.
Am I a viable candidate for laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal can be applied to all areas of the body and on all types of skin.
Does laser hair removal hurt?
The treatment causes only minimal discomfort. Patients often say it feels similar to the snap of a rubber band, however this is managed using our Integrated Cooling System. Slight redness or localized swelling can occasionally occur, but this usually subsides within the first 24 hours after treatment. More detailed Aftercare is discussed with every patient at their consultation and after each treatment.
How many treatments are required?
Typically you will see results in a course of 6 treatments, though this number will vary based upon skin tone, hair colour and several other factors. We will talk to you about variables that may affect your individual results at your consultation.
Here at S3 skin and laser clinic we use on the latest Cynosure Laser Hair removal system from the 2009 range. We have invested in the latest technology to ensure that our patients get the very best in laser hair removal results in the shortest possible time.
What Do I Do Next?
If you would like to have this treatment, make an appointment for a consultation. The Beauty Therapist will discuss in detail with you your requirements, a treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have. You will also have a test patch, which is required before any course of treatment can commence.
If you are looking for Laser hair removal in Surrey then call us or fill out the contact form.