What precautions do I need to observe when
I am treated?
Avoid the sun for six weeks before and after
the treatment. Do not wax, bleach, pluck or get
electrolysis on the areas to be treated. If you
have a history of cold sores, let the staff at
the Esthetic Center know.
What happens during the procedure?
After you put on goggles to protect your eyes,
the area to be treated will be trimmed of
excess hair. The laser will then be used
to deliver a series of pulses. Since a jet
of cold is hitting the skin prior to each
pulse, there is minimal discomfort. In the
unlikely event that the discomfort level
is high, a topical anesthetic may be applied.
The procedure can take as little as five
minutes (for a lip) or as long as an hour
(for a back).
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments depends on the individual
and the area being treated. Since hair grows
in cycles, not all of the hair in an area
will be effectively treated at once. Treatments
are repeated between four and six weeks apart.
Most people need between three and six treatments
to accomplish significant hair reduction.
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