We use the most advanced laser system from Lumenis™ (Lightsheer Diode Laser System™) for hair removal. The Lumenis LightSheer Diode is FDA approved for permanent hair reduction and using technology beyond that of other lasers, the LightSheer can disable hundreds of hair follicles in less than one second. The LightSheer hair removal system is a non-invasive laser specifically designed to eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body. The procedure is computer-guided and promises long-lasting results. The LightSheer system presents a revolution in hair removal.
How does laser hair removal work?
The laser works by a principle called Selective Photothermolysis. The laser is pulsed (turned on) for a millisecond emitting a beam of light on to the skin. The light energy passes harmlessly through the skin, but is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle and hair shaft. By absorbing this laser energy, the hair follicles are disabled, impairing their ability to grow. Hair does not actively grow at the same time, and has three stages during the growth cycle. The hair follicles in the first stage of growth are the darkest and absorb the most energy. A patented Chill Tip cooling hand piece protects the outer layer of skin, and has a mild anesthetic property allowing areas to be treated as painlessly as possible.
How long is the treatment?
Treatment time can vary based on the area. The upper lip takes only a few minutes while the back or legs can take up to an hour. Results vary based on skin tone, hair follicles, and growth stage. Multiple treatments may be necessary to achieve desired results. Post-treatment effects also vary depending on individual circumstances and stage of treatment.
How many treatments does it take?
Your hair grows in cycles and many factors influence its growth. Age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet, medication and metabolism all play a part in your hair's location, thickness and resilience. The laser works by disabling hair in the active growth stage at the time of treatment. Because not all hairs are in this stage during treatment, additional treatments will be necessary to disable all the hair follicles in the treated area. Treatments are usually given at intervals of 4-6 weeks. Our practitioners can discuss your goals to develop a program based on your specific circumstance. The number of treatments you may require for optimal long-term benefits depends on the area you wish to have treated, the hair density and your hair's growth cycle.
What should I expect?
Around 3-10 days after treatment, hairs will begin to surface. Most of these hairs were treated and are “falling out.” It is not re-growth. The hair follicles need to purge the hairs that remained under the skin. Please refrain from waxing, plucking, or bleaching between treatments (shaving is okay). You may want to use a light exfoliation (washcloth, loofah) method to help remove the hair as it falls out.
Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams are all temporary methods which must be repeated on a regular basis. Hair removal with LightSheer offers longer lasting results. Find out if you could benefit from the longer lasting results provided by the LightSheer hair removal system. Call for a complimentary consultation.