Laser Hair Removal
At All In One Laser we use the GentleMax™ PRO laser to safely, quickly and effectively remove unwanted hairs on all skin types. The GentleMax™ PRO carries 2 different wavelengths; The Alexandrite wavelength which is designed to treat lighter skin tones and the NGYag wavelength which is designed to treat darker skin tones. Laser Hair Removal is a non-invasive procedure which safely and permanently removes unwanted facial and body hairs. During treatment, the laser emits a concentrated pulse of light that is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. The laser light energy is converted to heat, which damages the hair follicle that produces hair. Laser hair removal works best on brown and black hairs and does not work on gray or blonde hairs since there is no pigment.
Benefits of Laser Hair Removal:
Helps get rid of ingrown hairs and scars caused by picking skin
No more shaving, waxing or tweezing
Gets rid of strawberry legs- the dotted or pitted appearance on the skin
Folliculitis - when hair follicle becomes inflamed or infected
No more razor cuts and razor burns
Softer and Smoother skin
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Most people need between 6-12 treatments spaced 5-7 weeks apart. Depending on hair type and genetic factors, some individuals may require additional treatments beyond these initial treatments. Some causes of excessive hair growth can be caused by hormonal imbalances, reactions to certain medications, normal aging processes, heredity, and excessive temporary removal methods like waxing, tweezing, creams and depilatories. Everyone is unique and will react differently to the laser.
Pre-Treatment Instructions
Four weeks before treatment and throughout the course of treatment patients are advised to:
No tanning and sunless tanners
No waxing, Plucking, Tweezing or Electrolysis
The area to be treated should be shaved one day prior to treatment as closely as possible so the laser can target the energy towards the hair follicle. If you fail to shave beforehand we will likely shave the areas at the time of the appointment
On the day of treatment no lotion, makeup, perfume and deodorant should be used on the areas to be treated
If you are taking Accutane, or have taken it in the last 6 months please notify office ahead of time
If you are taking any antibiotics, please notify office ahead of time as some make your skin very sensitive to treatment
Avoid laser hair removal after a facial for 2 weeks
Avoid laser hair removal while pregnant
Post Treatment Instructions
No tanning for 2 weeks after treatment
No waxing, Plucking, Tweezing or Electrolysis throughout the treatment
No exercising for the rest of the day after treatment
No lotion, makeup, perfume and deodorant should be used on the areas treated for 24 hours.
No steam room or very hot shower the rest of the day
No swimming in chlorine water for 48 hours
After treatment, you may experience brief swelling and redness which subsides within a few hours. Avoid scratching the treated area. Within 1-3 weeks of treatment, you should experience shedding of hair in the treated areas. At first, it will feel like the hairs are growing back in or little black hair dots stuck under the skin, but these are the hairs coming through the skin and will shed. Exfoliating and/or scrubbing gently in the shower with a cleanser or a loofah is recommend during the shedding process.