Laser therapy
Laser hair removal
- Description of treatment
- Contraindications
- Before the procedure
- After the procedure
Description of treatment
Laser hair removal is a series of treatments aimed at permanent hair removal . This safe and non-invasive method allows to remove hair from all parts of the body. The desired effect is achieved without skin irritation of even the most sensitive areas such as the bikini region, armpits or the upper lip.
The process of hair removal is made by exposure to a laser beam which penetrates deeply the skin destroying hair follicles and their roots. During the procedure light energy produced by the laser changes into concentrated heat. It is then absorbed by hair pigment (melanin) destroying ireparably stem cells responsible for hair growth. This process destroys the structure of a hair follicle containing melanin without damage made to the neighboring cells, which minimizes the risk of side effects.
For about two weeks after the treatment, hairs fall out with follicles. Laser hair removal is permanent, safe and non-invasive. It is an ideal method to obtain smooth skin and forget about the necessity of traditional depilation methods.
The treatment is performed in series. The average number of treatments is 6-8, whereas the minimum – 4-5. The effects, duration and the number of treatments indispensable to remove hair from a given area is strictly connected with the size of the depilated region, color, type of hair and skin of the Patient (phototype), hormones, sex and Patient’s individual reaction to the laser.
*In order to achieve optimal effects it is recommended to undergo a series of treatments. The number of subsequent treatments should be estimated on the basis of recommendations and already achieved effects, with 4-8 week-long intervals between the treatments.
*During the first treatment, individually optimized laser parameters are set to achieve the best results.
*The sensations occurring during the treatment depend on the Patient’s individual pain threshold and skin sensitivity. The laser we use is equipped with technologically advanced cooling tips assuring cooling effects.
* Laser hair removal is permanent, however as soon as the series of procedures are finished, it is recommended to repeat the treatment once a year to sustain the effects of the treatments. A small percentage of hairs which remain after the series of laser treatments are fairer, more delicate hair hence less visible and grow much slower
Contraindications
- pregnancy and lactation
- active skin diseases in the area to be undergoing the treatment
- skin injuries
- taking photosensitizing medications (some antibiotics, anti-depressants, retinoids)
- taking photosensitizing herbs (St. John's wort, calendula, slimming teas)
- active acne
Before the procedure
Indications for the patient before the procedure:
- No tanning (sun or tanning salon) for 2-4 weeks before the procedure
- No self tanners for 2 weeks before the procedure
- Do not pull out hair 4 weeks before the procedure (epilator, tweezers)
- Do not apply treatments irritating or flaking the skin (peeling), treatments with vitamin A derivatives, for 2-4 weeks before the procedure
- In the case of the following medications: anticoagulants, steroids, photosensitizing, you should stop taking them (if possible) 5 days before the procedure
- In the case of remedies containing β-Carotene (including those taken orally) you should stop taking/using them 2-3 weeks before the procedure
- In the case of remedies containing photosensitizing herbs, you should stop taking them 2-3 weeks before the procedure
- In the case of creams containing retinol, isotretinoin, fruit acids etc., you should stop using them 4 weeks before the procedure
- Don't drink alcohol on the day of the treatment
- The procedure does not require any special reparation. The hair should be shaved one day before the treatment. Do not apply any creams, ointments, antiperspirants or perfumes onto the area to be undergoing the treatment
After the procedure
- Keep the area that has undergone the treatment clean
- Protect from accidental damage by clothes, if necessary wear protecting dressing
- If the dry skin starts to flake, let it regenerate naturally, don not scratch, rub, peel or apply other flaking treatments
- No tanning 4 weeks after the treatment (both naturally as well as in a tanning salon),
- Protect the skin from the sun for 1 month after the treatment by applying sunscreen with SPF 50+
- Avoid factors causing widening of blood vessels for 4-5 days (physical exercise, sauna, hot baths)
- Avoid smoking tobacco and drinking alcohol excessively
- Avoid swimming in swimming pools
- Apply skin moisturizing medications (2-3 times a day)
- Don not apply remedies which may cause irritation: lightening cream, peeling treatments, toners, products containing glycolic acid or retinoids, soaps or alcohol-based remedies
- In the case of damaged skin avoid applying make-up on the area undergoing treatment for about 4-5 days after the treatment, otherwise make-up can be applied the day after the treatment
- Occasionally, if scabs appear on the skin, it is necessary to apply an antibiotic ointment; in case of intense itching, a mild steroid ointment should be applied; All medications are prescribed by the doctor.
