Effectiveness. If done correctly, laser hair removal on the face will permanently get rid of hair. A 2003 study on patient satisfaction showed the majority of patients (71 percent) are satisfied by the treatment
Generally, clients need about two to six laser treatments in order to completely get rid of hair. You can expect to see about a 10% to 25% reduction in hair after your first treatment. As you continue your treatments, more and more hair will fall out, and you’ll notice that it continues to grow back more slowly.
Some patients may feel slight discomfort, which has been compared to snapping a rubber band against the skin. This discomfort resolves quickly and is minimized by our patented Dynamic Cooling Device™. Be sure to talk this over with your practitioner.
Yes! Many laser hair removal treatments don’t cater to all skin types, but there’s a Gentle Hair Removal treatment that’s right for you, regardless of your skin tone. Check out the infographic below to discover your skin type, so you can talk to your practitioner about which gentle treatment is right for you.
After your laser hair removal treatment, protect your skin from sun exposure by applying sunblock (SPF 30 or above). In the first few days after treatment, don’t scrub or rinse the treated areas with abrasive skin cleansers or body/facial scrubs. Your practitioner/nurse may advise additional precautions.