Laser Hair Removal
Laser Hair Removal is a non-invasive approach to permanent hair removal and long term reduction. With today’s advanced laser technology, both men and women can have unwanted hair removed from any area on the body. Laser provides hair removal at the speed of light. The technicians at American Electrolysis use the Candela Alexandrite Laser.
How does it work?
The GentleLase produces a beam of highly concentrated light. Without damaging the surrounding tissue, controlled pulses of light penetrate the skin and are absorbed by the melanin of the hair. The laser energy is transformed into heat, which destroys the hair follicle. The heat discourages and destroys the potential for re-growth. The skin is further protected during the treatment by cooling the upper layers, which provides patients with more comfort.
What are the benefits of Laser Hair Removal?
It combines the speed of shaving with the lasting results promised by electrolysis. Laser Hair Removal is effective on almost any area of the body where smoother, younger, hair free skin is desired.
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments you may require for optimal long-lasting benefits depends on the area you wish to have treated, your skin type and your hair’s growth cycles. We treat until the hair is gone. Usually four to eight treatments are sufficient; however, your hair grows in cycles and many factors influence its growth. Age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet, medication and metabolism all play a part in the location, thickness and resilience of your hair.
The laser shows the growing capacity of follicles in the growth cycle at the time of treatment. Since some hair follicles may enter their growth cycle after treatment, multiple treatments may be required to deliver optimal results. Treatment results will vary from patient to patient depending on skin and hair color.
Important Note for Men: While we make every effort to achieve the total removal of unwanted hair and have sucess with facial hair, we are typically unable to acheive more than 50% hair reduction on backs and ears.