Laser Hair Removal in the Tri-Valley
Laser Permanent Hair Removal is a quick, non-invasive way to permanently reduce unwanted hair. MD Laser Spa uses the #1 Rated laser for hair removal for the past 5 consecutive years, Apogee Elite by Cynosure.
Unlike precision ‘hair by hair’ treatments such as electrolysis, the laser (Alexandrite/ND:Yag) treats many hairs at once.
Laser Hair Removal FAQs
Hair growth can only be affected during the growth cycle. Several sessions are required to destroy all hair follicles. By using the # 1 rated laser you can be assured that you are receiving the absolute best technology for your treatment. Why would you want to settle for anything less than the best? You should insist on the best for your treatments!
Laser Permanent Hair Removal is a common, quick and safe procedure. A variety of lasers have been FDA approved for hair reduction.
You may experience stinging, mild swelling and pigmentation changes immediately after treatment. These effects are temporary, as are the rare appearance of blisters and lesions. Scarring and the activation of viral infections, such as herpes and shingles, may occur if you are already predisposed. For this reason, you must give a complete medical history before treatment.
No, you may return to your normal routine immediately.
Laser Permanent Hair Removal is fast and has long term results. Other hair reduction methods must either be done often or hair by hair.
The area may be red and swollen immediately after treatment. You can return to your normal schedule, but keep out of the sun and use sunscreen. Over the next few weeks your hair will appear to grow as it falls out.
Results are revealed as your hair goes through its normal cycles. By six months, you should have an idea of how much hair has been reduced.
With the newest lasers, individuals of all skin and hair types can be treated.
If you have a history of keloid formation, excessive scarring or poor healing, you may not be right for this treatment. Tattoos and permanent makeup can be altered by Laser Permanent Hair Removal. This treatment cannot be performed in areas with open sores, lesions or infections.
Patients usually experience mild pain which can be followed by several hours of a sunburn-like sensation.
Results vary from person to person. Permanent reduction is common but cannot be guaranteed.
Traditional methods of hair removal include shaving, plucking, waxing, depilatory creams and electrolysis.
Yes, several sessions are required to achieve a consistent hairless effect.
Certain lasers work on melanin, so their use is limited to people with hair darker than skin tone. In general, Laser Permanent Hair Removal cannot guarantee permanent hair removal.
Avoid Accutane® for six months before treatment, and avoid anti-inflammatory drugs and Retin-A® for three weeks before treatment. You should not tan (sunless or otherwise) or use any method of hair removal besides shaving for six weeks prior to your session.
Keep the area clean and dry. For the first few days, do not scrub or irritate the skin with heavy creams, chemicals, lotions or sun exposure. Use sunscreen with SPF 45 or greater. Apply moisturizers, cold compresses or over-the-counter steroid creams at your discretion. Contact your physician if you develop blisters, scabbing or signs of infection. Your hair will still appear to grow for two or three weeks as it falls out. Additional treatments can be performed until you achieve the desired effect.
A Quick Reference Guide - How to conquer things you see in the mirror that annoy you most!
What You Don’t Like! | What You Can Do About It! |
Dark Circles / Bags Under Eyes | Restylane filler, Eyelid surgery |
Lip Lines | Filler, Botox, Laser Resurfacing |
Acne Scars | Profractional / Microlaser Peel |
Age Lines and Wrinkles | Profractional / Microlaser Peel |
Thin Lips | Fillers or Lip Procedures |
Jowls, Neck Laxity | SkinTyte II™ or Mini-lift |
Unwanted Hair | Laser Hair Removal |
Spider Veins on Face or Legs | Vascular Laser |
Lines Between the Brow or Eyes | Botox, Dysport, XEOMIN |
Red Flushing on Face or Chest | Sciton IPL Photo Facial |
Dull, Uneven Skin, Wide Pores | Obagi Skin Care, IPL, Photo Facial, DermaSweep |
Severe Unwanted Perspiration | Botox |
Too Much Stress | Relaxing Facial and Massage |
Unwanted Fat (Without Surgery) | CoolSculpting |