Laser Hair Reduction

Laser hair reduction is the most popular option for permanent hair reduction of unwanted hair.

What type of laser do we have?
We have a long pulse Nd Yag laser. It is US FDA approved for permanent hair reduction for all skin types.

How does laser hair reduction work?
The laser beam penetrates the skin and is absorbed by the melanin pigment in the hair follicle and gets converted to heat energy which destroys the hair follicle and thus prevents hair re-growth.

How many sittings would be required?
The number of sittings would vary from person to person. Commonly 6 to 8 sittings at intervals of 4 to 6 weeks are required. The number of sittings required varies with hair density, colour, skin types, service area, and hair growth cycle. It may also vary if you have any hormonal imbalance.

Why multiple sittings are required?
Best results are obtained when hair follicles are in anagen phase. All the hair follicles are not in anagen phase at the same time. Also, the percentage of hair follicles in anagen phase varies in different parts of the body. Thus a varied number of sittings are required.

Is there any maintenance required after 6-8 sittings?
After all the sittings, hair growth will definitely reduce and you will have fine, light and thin hair which may require maintenance of 2 to 4 sittings per year.

Why should we not wax or pluck hair between services?
For laser to work, presence of hair is essential and waxing or plucking of hair will remove the hair from the follicle. When laser is given, there will be nothing that can absorb laser energy.

What is the advantage of laser over other methods of hair removal?
The other methods are shaving, waxing, plucking, hair removal creams, which are all short-lived. Although electrolysis is permanent, it is slow & painful.