Laser Hair Removal San Diego, CA
Laser hair removal is a medical treatment which uses a concentrated beam of light to target hair follicles and stop hair growth. There are a few wavelengths of light which are known to best absorb into the melanin pigment of hair follicles while minimizing thermal injury to surrounding tissues. These wavelengths are 755 nm, 810 nm, and 1064 nm. When these beams of light come in contact with the hair follicle, it gets converted into heat which damages the root of the follicle responsible for hair growth.
DioLaze XL by InMode uses an 810 nm diode laser which optimizes power and speed of treatment to provide a comfortable and relatively pain-free treatment for course and stubborn hair up to a skin type VI.
Forget the hassle of shaving and remove hair permanently with DioLaze XL
The areas we treat laser hair removal with are as follows:
- Full arms 1x treatment
- Full arms 8x package
- Back 1x treatment
- Back 8x package
- Brazilian 1x treatment
- Brazillian 8x package
- Chest 1x treatment
- Chest 8x package
- Chest/Abdomen 1x
- Chest/Abdomen 8x package
- Face 1x treatment
- Face 8x package
- Full Body 1x treatment
- Full Body 8x package
- Half legs 1x treatment
- Half legs 8x package
- Full legs 1x treatment
- Full legs 8x package
- Small area 1x treatment
- Small area 8x package
- Underarms 1x treatment
- Underarms 8x package
Benefits Of Laser Hair Removal
- Minimal Hair Growth
- Smooth Skin
- Long-Term Results
- Prevents Ingrown Hairs
Care Instructions
Pre-Care
- You must shave the hair of the body part to be treated.
- Do not wax, pluck, or use depilatories during your series of laser hair reduction
- Avoid sun exposure for 1 to 2 weeks prior to treatment and use SPF 30 daily to ensure coverage against UVB and UVA rays.
- Do not use self-tanning products for 1 to 2 weeks before and/or post-treatment.
- Discontinue use of Tretinoin type products (Renova, Retin A, Retin A Micro, Tri-Luma, Solage, etc.) or Hydroquinone at least 2 or 3 days prior to treatment.
- Many medications that are sun sensitive will also make you more sensitive to the laser. Please disclose any medications that you may be taking.
- If you have a history of cold sores, begin prophylactic treatment with Valtrex or similar no later than the day prior to your laser hair treatment.
- Notify the center if you develop a cold sore, acne, open lesions in the area being treated, or experience any illness prior to your treatment.
- Longevity of Botox® and fillers done any time within six months prior to face treatment may be affected. Botox® done within two weeks prior to treatment is not recommended.
- REMEMBER - Laser hair reduction is never 100%. Industry standard is a 75 to 90% reduction in the hairs. Not all hairs will be destroyed and hormones can cause hair to grow back.
Post-Care
- You may experience small red bumps around the hair follicle. This is normal and expected. Do not pick, rub or scratch these until they have cleared. Your skin overall may be sensitive for several days following your laser hair removal treatment.
- If your skin scabs or crusts, or you experience a burn, do not pick, rub or scratch these areas. Doing so can result in infection, permanent pigment changes in your skin, or even scarring. Gently cleanse the area and apply hydrocortisone cream several times a day for one week. If the area is open, apply a layer of antibiotic ointment over the hydrocortisone cream. Please contact us immediately if you experience any burns.
- Do not sunbathe or use a tanning bed for at least two weeks following your treatment. If you need to be out in the sun, wear an SPF 30 minimum.
- Avoid swimming, hot tubs, and saunas for several days following your treatment.
- It can take several weeks for the hair in the treated area to "fall out" (push up and out of the follicle). This time frame is normal.
- Do not expect your hair to "not grow back" after a single session. Laser hair removal is a process.
- Subsequent treatment sessions should be 6 to 8 weeks if done on the face and 8 to 12 weeks if done on the body.
- Although rare, infection in the treated area is possible. Signs of infection may include redness and tenderness in the infected area and fever. Should you develop an infection, antibiotics may be necessary. Please contact us should you have any concerns.
LASER HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENT BEFORE & AFTER
FAQ's
How Many Treatments Are Needed?
Laser hair removal can take up to 8 treatments for maximal results, however with each treatment it is expected to see hair becoming thinner and less dense. The reason multiple sessions are needed is because hair follicles are at different stages of growth at any given time. Each treatment is targeting the hairs that are currently growing. It can take 3-4 weeks in between each session for remaining follicles to grow enough to be targeted at the next treatment.
Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?
Although not totally pain free, DioLaze XL laser hair removal is reported to be more comfortable than many other laser hair removal systems. You should expect the pain to be tolerable, and it should feel like the mild snap of a rubber band on the skin. This sensation should only last a brief moment with no lingering pain. There is no need for anesthetics or pain medication for this treatment.
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