If you are plagued by unwanted facial or body hair, you probably resolve the problem with waxing, shaving, plucking, or depilatories. Managing this hair can be time-consuming, painful, and expensive over time. Thankfully, you now have the option to undergo a procedure with long-term results with laser hair removal in Irvine, Orange County & Ladera Ranch. This treatment delivers smooth, virtually hair-free skin.
Both men and women can enjoy the benefits of laser hair removal. For men who do not wish to have all their body hair removed, the Clarity laser can also effectively thin out the hair on such areas as the chest and back. Laser hair removal can treat any of the following areas of the face or body:
Laser hair removal in Irvine, Orange County & Ladera Ranch is the removal or reduction of unwanted hair by laser light works with the scientific principle of selective photo thermolysis. This microsurgery technique targets tissue in a specific area without damaging the adjoining tissue. When a precise wavelength of laser light is applied to the hair in the treatment area, the melanin (pigment) in the hair absorbs the light energy, converting it to heat. The buildup of thermal energy destroys the treated hair follicles, leaving the surrounding skin intact and unharmed. Some follicles may only be partially damaged, allowing the hair to regrow. So multiple treatments will be needed to reduce the quantity or eradicate unwanted hair long-term.
We asked our patients what their ideal laser hair removal procedure would be. The primary goal is that the treatment must work! But beyond being effective, there were a few other things we heard, loud and clear:
The hair follicles affected by the laser are disabled, and therefore hair regrowth is halted with laser hair removal in Irvine, Orange County & Ladera Ranch. However, hair follicles are always in various phases of growth. Only the follicles in what is termed the “growth phase” are affected by the laser. This is why several sessions will be necessary to ensure as many hair follicles are disabled as possible.
Laser hair removal can be performed with one of two systems: lighter skin and darker skin. No matter how dark the skin is, our lasers are considered the gold standard for treating unwanted hair on darker skin types. The laser’s longer wavelength safely bypasses the skin, targeting the melanin in the hair shaft, rendering it unable to produce hair.
Before your treatment, you must not:
On the day of your treatment, you should:
After your laser hair removal treatment, you must:
Mild swelling, redness, and tenderness are typical side effects; discomfort should subside after six hours. You may take Tylenol and use a cold compress as needed.
Avoid sun exposure, and use a broad-spectrum sunblock with an SPF 30 or higher on the treatment area. The treated hair will exfoliate or push out in about two to three weeks. It may appear darker and thicker before falling out. Avoid swimming, sports, and strenuous exercise for two to three days after treatment.
At South Coast Plastic Surgery, our laser hair removal specialists are trained and certified. When laser energy is applied to the skin, you want to ensure you are under the care of a top professional with extensive experience. All procedures at our practice are performed under the guidance of our board-certified plastic surgeons, each of whom is a respected member of the medical community. We are committed to offering a superior patient experience at every phase of your journey, and you will find our practice to be warm, inviting, safe, and private.
Gray, blonde, and red hair may not be treatable, as the pigment in the follicle is lighter and does not attract the laser energy. Your hair must be darker than your skin for this system.
Effective laser hair removal usually takes three to five treatments spaced four to eight weeks apart, depending on how much hair you have and how thick it is. The hair becomes lighter and finer with each treatment. Initially, you will see patchy spots where the hair is gone. This is normal.
After a laser hair removal treatment, your skin may appear somewhat reddened, but this is temporary and should subside within 24 to 48 hours. Other side effects, such as blistering, are exceedingly rare. Always ensure that only a certified laser hair removal expert performs your treatment.
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