laser hair removal in London

what is laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is one of the most popular laser-based aesthetic procedures since it can provide permanent reduction of unwanted hair.

Lasers are well suited for the removal of unwanted hair, because with the right selection of parameters, a laser can be used as a non-invasive method of disabling the hair structure without damaging the surrounding dermis and epidermis. With laser hair removal, numerous hair follicles can be treated simultaneously allowing for rapid coverage of large areas.

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Long pulse Nd:YAG lasers can be used on all skin types even tanned skin, allowing treatment of a wider patient base than many other systems. Independent control of pulse width and fluence allow effective laser treatment on a range of hair thicknesses, including the often difficult-to-treat finer hairs that are left by other systems after a number of treatments.

In addition to the ND:YAG laser we have a 5th Generation Intense Pulsed Light system. Unlike standard IPL systems, it uses a novel pulse system that ensures absolutely distinct pulses with the ability to provide a number of separate sequences of light pulsing within what appears to the eye as a single flash. This has been termed APL (accumulative pulsed light) and enables more energy to be delivered to the skin with less chance of skin damage during laser hair removal.

IMPORTANT: The choice of machine to use depends on your individual skin and hair type. What is important for you to know is we will select the machine best for individual requirement. The machine we believe we will get the best results.

what laser hair removal can do

Laser hair removal treatment can be used on the face or on any other part of the body including bikini line, under arms, legs and stomach. The hair removal treatment works best on new hairs that are just starting to grow, which is why you will need several treatments in the same area to deal with all the hairs as they begin their growth cycle.

what laser hair removal can't do

Using a laser to remove hair probably won't remove 100% of hair permanently, but should reduce growth significantly, and any hair re-growth is likely to be paler and weaker. Lasers are targeted at pigmented tissue, so they are not as effective on white, grey or platinum blonde hair.

what happens during a laser hair removal treatment?

You will need to wear special goggles to protect your eyes. Very cold air or a cooling spray will be applied to the treatment area. Lasering stings or tingles, and takes 15-45 minutes, depending on the size of the area. The same area is lasered once a month for two to eight months, until all the hair follicles have been treated.

After a laser hair removal treatment the skin may look red and slightly swollen, but this should disappear within 24 hours. You can return to normal daily life straight away.

results from laser hair removal

Most people need at least 6 sessions for best effect. The damaged hairs are shed gradually in the two weeks after treatment.

London clinic laser staff

As with any medical treatment, you should consult a qualified practitioner before deciding to go ahead. The Laser hair removal staff at the North Wood clinic in London, are not Beauty Therapists. They are all experienced medical practitioners with additional BTEC Awards in Laser/Light & Associated Aesthetic Therapies, making them amongst the most qualified laser treatment specialists in London and the home counties.

laser hair removal - the risks

• Laser hair removal works best, and has fewest risks, on pale skin.
• Let any sun tan fade before you consider treatment.
• The skin can be left with dark marks or pale patches, which should fade over several months.
• Laser hair removal does not always work well on red hair. Because laser energy is absorbed by pigment, it may not be suitable for people with darker complexions, because of the risk of too much energy being absorbed and damaging the skin. People with Mediterranean complexions can be treated, but with care.
• You should also avoid laser hair removal treatment if you are particularly sensitive to light or have any infection around the place to be treated.
• You should not have laser hair removal treatment if you have been treated for acne with Isotretinoin in the previous year.

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