Laser Hair Removal
Constant shaving, waxing, and plucking can be frustrating, time-consuming, and irritating to your skin. Laser hair removal offers a long-lasting solution to remove unwanted hair safely and effectively.
With advanced laser technology, the laser precisely targets hair follicles, reducing future hair growth for smoother, softer skin with lasting results.
Our team offers advanced laser hair removal, tailoring each treatment to different skin types, hair colors, and treatment areas. Our highly trained providers use the latest technology to ensure safe, effective treatments with minimal discomfort. Whether you want to permanently reduce hair growth on your legs, bikini line, upper lip, or body, our team will design a treatment plan personalized to your goals.
Schedule a consultation today and experience the freedom of smooth, hair-free skin without daily maintenance!
Laser hair removal directs a highly concentrated light beam to target and destroy hair follicles at the root. The beam damages the follicle while leaving the surrounding skin unharmed. Over a series of several treatments, the targeted hair follicles become less active, resulting in permanent hair reduction.
Laser treatments typically work best on dark hair because the concentrated beam attracts pigment in the hair shaft. However, technological advancements have made them safe and effective for more skin tones and hair colors, including lighter or finer hair.
Before the procedure, we will examine your skin type, hair color, and treatment area to create a customized treatment plan.
During the session, you will wear eye protection, and a topical anesthetic may be applied to reduce discomfort.
The laser device delivers laser pulses that feel like a mild warm pinprick. The concentrated beam penetrates a few millimeters beneath the skin surface, targeting the hair follicles while cooling the surrounding skin for comfort. Treatment time varies. Small areas like the upper lip take just a few minutes, while larger areas like the legs or back may take up to an hour.
Laser hair removal can be performed on almost any part of the body, including:
Unlike other hair removal methods, laser treatments target hair follicles to slow down or stop future hair growth, providing a long-lasting alternative to shaving or waxing.
Shaving and waxing can result in skin irritation, razor bumps, and ingrown hairs. Laser hair removal eliminates these issues for smoother, healthier skin.
With advancements in laser technology, treatments are now effective for lighter and darker skin tones with reduced risk of pigment changes.
Sessions are typically 15–60 minutes long and have no downtime, allowing you to immediately return to your normal activities.
Treatments are tailored to your skin color, hair type, and desired areas, ensuring optimal results with minimal risk.
Laser hair removal requires little to no downtime. You may notice slight redness or temporary discomfort, similar to a mild sunburn, which subsides within a few hours.
For the best results:
Results vary based on skin type, hair color, and the treatment area, but most patients see a gradual reduction in hair growth after just one session. Because hair growth occurs in cycles, a series of treatments is scheduled to target all of the follicles at different stages.
After a full series of laser hair removal treatments, patients can achieve up to 90% permanent hair reduction, with smoother skin and minimal hair regrowth. Occasional touch-up sessions may be needed to keep the treated area free of unwanted hair.
Our laser specialists prioritize safety, comfort, and patient satisfaction with every treatment we perform.
We use an industry-leading laser hair removal system to deliver effective and long-lasting results for a wide range of skin tones and hair types. Under the direction of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Stephen J. Delatte, we tailor each treatment to your unique skin type and hair color, ensuring optimal comfort and precision. Schedule your consultation today to receive a personalized treatment plan.
Patients typically achieve optimal results with 6 to 8 treatments scheduled 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Advances in laser technology have made treatments effective for lighter and darker skin tones. However, individual results may vary based on hair color and skin type.
Patients describe the hair removal laser as feeling like a mild warm pinprick or rubber band snap. A topical anesthetic can be applied for added comfort.
Laser hair removal is an FDA-approved medical procedure that is both safe and effective when performed by trained professionals. Advanced technology allows for precise targeting of follicles while protecting the skin, minimizing the risk of irritation or damage. With proper treatment planning and aftercare, patients can achieve smooth, long-lasting results with little to no downtime.
While it significantly reduces future hair growth, some fine hair regrowth may occur. Occasional maintenance sessions help maintain results.
Yes! Unlike other hair removal methods, shaving is encouraged between sessions. However, avoid plucking, waxing, or bleaching the treated hair.
Tanning before your treatment increases the risk of pigment changes in the treatment area. You should avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least two weeks before a laser hair removal treatment.
Laser hair removal is typically the most effective for patients with dark hair, as the laser light targets pigment. Lighter hair colors may not absorb the laser beam as effectively.
Yes! Laser hair removal is safe for areas like the bikini line, upper lip, and underarms, with minimal irritation.
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