What is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is the process of using a light-based device, such as a single wavelength laser or an Intense Pulse Light system (broad-spectrum light device), to selectively heat and damage hair follicles and, ultimately, prevent the hair follicle from growing again. Diode Laser/IPL/OPT hair removal treatments work to heat and destroy the hair follicles without damaging the skin.
How are Laser/IPL hair removal treatments performed?
Laser hair removal treatments are performed by using a machine known as a Light sheer Diode that applies an intense light source to the skin underneath the hair, which in turn heats the hair follicles. At the same time that the light heats the hair follicles, a cooling mechanism is applied to the skin to reduce overheating and burning. Laser/IPL hair removal treatments are generally performed in sessions, with at least 3 weeks in between each session. The goal with each successive Diode Laser/IPL/OPT session is to damage and destroy more and more hair follicles. Most clients choose at least 6-8 treatments to see satisfactory results.
What are the most common areas treated by Diode Laser/IPL/OPT hair removal?
Diode Laser/IPL/OPT hair removal is most commonly used to treat the face, underarms, and bikini-line areas. Other treatment areas include the arms, back, chest, and legs. Almost any area of the body can be treated.
How are the most effective Diode Laser/IPL/OPT treatments performed?
Besides selecting the correct laser for one’s skin type, the single most important variable is the provider’s selection fluence or energy level. Each person, as well as body part, will have a small, optimal range of fluence for each visit. Selecting a lower than optimal fluence will result in reduced effectiveness of the treatment, whereas selecting a higher than optimal fluence will lead to overheating of the skin and even burning. Generally, thicker/darker hair responds better to treatment than thinner/lighter hair. Because of the different ways that hair responds to these treatments, some clients benefit far more from Diode Laser/IPL/OPT hair removal than others.
