Laser hair removal is one of the most sought-after and effective procedures in the cosmetic and dermatology industry today. You might be wondering, what exactly makes it so special? Do you get tired of constantly having to shave or wax or tweeze sensitive areas on your body like your underarms, your bikini line, or even your upper lip? Nothing is worse than catching a glimpse of a shiny black chin hair in your compact mirror while out to brunch with some friends.

While this treatment can leave your body smooth and free of stubborn hair, it’s essential to know what to expect before and after your treatment.

What is Laser Hair Removal?

At Desert Med Aesthetics in Palm Desert, CA, we utilize only high-quality solutions that yield outstanding results. We choose to feature some of the latest skin therapies like CoolGlide for laser hair removal treatments. CoolGlide utilities a laser that operates on a longer wavelength, which allows it to penetrate deep into the skin tissue, capturing all hair regardless of its texture or follicle depth. As a result, the Cutera CoolGlide system is extremely safe and often more effective on both men and women of all skin types and tones.

As the laser is moved over the targeted area, the hair shaft is rapidly heated, and the melanin is destroyed. This disrupts the hair growth cycle for an extended period of time. For best results, it is recommended that patients who want to achieve permanent smoothness undergo multiple sessions.

What To Expect From Laser Hair Removal

A laser hair removal appointment is rather quick, lasting no more than 20 to 40 minutes depending on the area being targeted. The treatment itself is tolerable and often described as if you were being snapped by a rubber band. Your technician can numb the targeted area with a topical numbing agent if you feel it’s too uncomfortable to complete a treatment.

It’s also important not to expect any particular area to be completely bare after just one treatment. A common misconception is that hair will be gone entirely after three to five treatments and never grow back again. You can expect to need at least five treatments spaced out every four to six weeks to achieve 70 percent to 90 percent over hair reduction. After every treatment, you will see a gradual lessening of hair. Your hair will start to grow finer, lighter, and much slower.

What To Expect After Your Laser Hair Removal Appointment

Some things to keep in mind after your laser hair appointment are:

• Redness and bumps are normal
• Cleanse the treated area gently with a light soap and warm water. Pat dry.
• Refrain from using makeup, lotion, moisturizer, or deodorant for the first 24 hours.
• Dead hairs will begin to shed 5-30 days after your treatment. You can gently exfoliate with a scrub to help this process along once your skin is fully healed.
• Avoid the exposure to reduce the chance of dark spots. Be sure to always apply an SPF of 30 or higher.
• Do not pick, scratch, tweeze, or thread the area during the course of your treatment, as this can prevent you from achieving your results.

Schedule Your Laser Hair Removal Treatment in Palm Desert, CA

To learn more about laser hair removal at Desert Med Aesthetics, don’t hesitate to call our office at (760) 777-8772 or contact us through our website to schedule your personalized consultation with one of our providers today.