Laser Hair Reduction
Men and women with unwanted hair in any site can be safely and effectively treated with the latest laser systems. We can customise your treatment according to the colour and texture of your hair, and the area of the body to be treated.
Procedure
The aim of the treatment is to destroy the hair follicle without damaging the surrounding tissue. This is done by heating the follicle to a destructive temperature. First you will be given a skin test. This involves testing a small area of skin to see how it responds. Generally patients are seen a week later to assess the effect on the skin, and this can be used as a guide to optimise treatment.
If you are having laser treatment, you will be asked to shave the area prior to treatment. You will be given darkened glasses to wear to protect your eyes from the light. Cool gel will be applied to the area to be treated, and the treating practitioner will then work systematically over the area with the hand piece. Treatments may last anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or more, depending on the size of the area to be treated.
Advantages
Larger areas can be treated by these methods, rather than by electrolysis or tweezing. It is effective in almost any area of the body where smoother, hair free skin is desired. Hair re-growth should be finer, sparser and lighter in colour.
Side effects
Immediately after treatment, the area treated will look red and feel warm. Treated hair follicles may appear slightly swollen, but this is normal. Care should be taken to prevent trauma to the affected area for 4-5 days following treatment.
Treatment programme
The number of treatments required depends on the area you wish to have treated, your skin type and your hair's growth cycle. Treatment continues until the hair is gone, and several treatments are often necessary.