Frequently Asked Questions about Laser Hair Removal
Can laser hair removal be used on any skin type?
We are pleased to be able to treat any skin type, ranging from very fair to very dark. Our lasers can be adjusted to work with any hair and skin combination, provided that there is enough pigment in the hair (i.e. it is dark enough to attract the laser.) Laser hair removal is now safe for olive, brown and black skin tones.
What skin type do you have?
Find out your number on the Fitzpatrick scale below:
Type 1: always burns, never tans (pale, freckles).
Type 2: usually burns, minimal tanning.
Type 3: sometimes burns mildly, tans uniformly.
Type 4: burns minimally, always tans well (moderate brown).
Type 5: very rarely burns, tans very easily (dark brown).
Type 6: Never burns (deeply pigmented dark brown to darkest brown).
Is Laser Hair Removal painful?
You can see from this treatment our client doesn’t look very phased or uncomfortable at all.
Although this is down to the individual – the level of pain has been described as somewhere between shaving (painless) and waxing (very painful). The most common description given by clients is that the sensation is like the snap from a rubber band.
Are Laser treatments expensive?
What are you comparing ‘expensive’ with? Are you comparing against a single wax session? Are you comparing against the cost of a few razors? What is the value of your time by not having to wax or shave as frequently as you currently do? What value would you place in feeling silky smooth all the time? How much money will you save on buying razors or getting regular waxing/threading done?
How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal uses light energy to permanently damage or destroy individual hair follicles. This treatment targets the roots beneath thesurface of the skin using a medical grade laser to prevent regrowth.
The hair follicle must be targeted at a specific time during its growth cycle to prevent the hair from returning. As individual hairs could be in different parts of the hair growth cycle at any one time, you will need several treatment sessions to see long-lasting results. We usually recommend 6-8 appointments spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
Why choose laser hair removal?
Our laser hair removal treatment enables you to benefit from smooth skin, avoiding the in-grown hairs and irritation that can occur with shaving. Results are also more permanent than waxing, sugaring or hair removal creams/depilatory creams. Unlike IPL (intense pulsed light), laser hair removal is suitable for dark skin tones and hard-to-reach areas. And in contrast to electrolysis, it can be used to remove hair all over the body, with the ability to target large areas at one time.
Laser hair removal is the most effective method of hair removal available that can be used almost anywhere on the face and body. Unlike other methods such as waxing and shaving laser hair removal gives long lasting results.The hair will become finer and softer meaning less visible and the growth will slow down more and more with each treatment.
Laser hair removal is suitable for men and women with all skin tones. It works on your entire body, including sensitive areas such as the face and bikini line. Popular targets include facial hair, leg hair, bikini area, underarm hair, back hair and chest hair.
Benefits of laser hair removal
Reduce hair, permanently:
Laser hair removal offers a permanent reduction can achieve reduction of up to 90%. Any hair that does grow back will be finer, lighter and softer, with the additional benefit of smoother skin.
No more ingrown hairs:
Laser hair removal vastly reduces the need for shaving and waxing, so you can say goodbye to ingrown hairs, shaving rash and stubble.
Save time and money:
Invest in a course of laser hair removal and you may never have to wax or shave again – saving time and money in the long run.
Improve skin tone and texture:
Say goodbye to pigmentation and uneven skin left behind after constant shaving or waxing.
