Lasers Hair Removal and Beauty Tips

Analysis of 5 most popular laser systems is vital before finalizing the actual treatment

Ultimate Light™ or Pulsed Light (IPL) Machines- EpiLight, PhotoDerm, Quantum, Aculight, or Vasculight.

The capabilities of each of these machines vary. EpiLight is the most specific and advanced for hair removal.

Diode Laser- the Diode laser is the next most useful hair removal light source and the most promising laser for hair removal. The Diode laser systems include SLP 1000, F1 Diode, Light Sheer, MeDioStar, LaserLite, Epistar and Apex 800.

Nd: Yag Laser- The Nd: Yag laser systems include: CoolGlide, Medlite IV, Varia, Athos, Lyra, and Image.

The Nd: Yag is capable of treating all six skin colors. Nd: Yag and 800 nm Diode lasers are being promoted for use in the darkest skin colors.

Ruby Laser - The Ruby laser systems include RubyStar and PALOMAR E2000.

Alexandrite Laser - The Alexandrite laser systems include GentleLASE, Apogee, and EpiTouch Plus.

While claims have been made regarding safety in treating darker skin types such as type 3, or even 4 and 5 (brown skin).

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The Lowen Laser Medical Center is dedicated to bringing the most up-to-date laser technology available. They provide state-of-the-art treatment for all skin conditions for which laser treatment is recognized as effective. Dr. Lowen or his specially trained team of registered nurses provides laser treatments. Dr. Lowen has had a long interest in laser medicine and surgery. He was one of the first physicians in the Bay Area to introduce lasers for

For laser hair removal, we have selected the Candela GentleLASE™  and GentleYag™ with Dynamic Cooling Device™, which is believed to be the safest, most effective and cost-effective lasers available today.

Most insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for cosmetic procedures; however, consult your insurance carrier for more information. The value of laser treatment is its effectiveness and cost compared to previous time-consuming procedures such as electrolysis. Our fees are competitive and discounts are given of 10% for a package of three and 15% for a package of five treatments.

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Baylor College of medicine encourages all to call for a consultation regarding laser hair removal and other skin services. A brief visit is necessary to evaluate the treatment area, answer questions and obtain any necessary medications. After the consultation, the receptionist will be happy to schedule the treatments. Baylor dermatology offers excellent services as each treatment is performed by client’s choice of a skilled doctor or laser nurse with experience in laser therapy. All of their technology is carefully picked for maximum effectiveness and safety.

The center owns 3 different machines for hair removal: the Lumenis Lightshear, Lumenis One IPL and the Laserscope Lyra. With such choice of machines doctors at Baylor can pick the best machine for patient’s skin color and type of hair. The goal is to provide the best possible treatment every time. Each pulse of the laser takes a fraction of a second and can treat many hairs at the same time.

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Altus CoolGlide® laser hair removal, used at the Glastonbury, Connecticut office serving Hartford and the New Haven area, is designed specifically to eliminate unwanted hair from the body. A non-invasive light therapy device, the Altus CoolGlide® laser produces a concentrated pulse of light that is directed through a cooled hand piece and gently applied to the treatment area.

The laser energy from CoolGlide® laser hair removal passes through the skin to the hair follicle. The carefully determined pulses of laser energy are then absorbed by pigment in the hair and hair follicle, which causes selective damage to the hair root without damaging other structures of the skin.

Some of the treated hair is wiped off immediately following laser hair removal while the rest is shed over the next two to three weeks. The body will reabsorb the destroyed hair roots.

Cooling gel pads applied immediately before and after laser hair removal protects the surface of the skin. This process selectively protects the skin, while simultaneously treating unwanted hair.

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The Apogee laser is FDA approved for hair removal. Originally this laser was designed to treat spider veins but was found to have a side effect of removing hair in areas applied. The technologic advantage over other existing hair removal lasers is that there is no need to wax or apply black dye prior to treatment. Preliminary data shows that one treatment the Apogee laser removes 80% of the hairs in the treated area. Since hair growth cycles through three stages of development and only 80% of hair follicles are active at any given time it will be necessary to do several treatments spread out over monthly intervals to have an effect on all the hairs.

The Apogee laser is being utilized for all skin types. People with fair skin who are not tan are the ideal candidates. If the patient were tanned prior to treatment, absorption of laser energy by tan would result in the formation of blisters, crusts or scabs. If the hair shaft is blonde or white, there will be no color for the laser to target. Ask about our waxing of lighter hair.

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The principal cause of excessive hair in women originates in the endocrine system, which produces hormones. One of these hormones, androgen, causes the hair in the underarms, pubic area, legs and arms to grow coarser and darker. As a man produces more androgens, additional hair begins to appear on the face, neck, chest and back. When the level of androgens produced by a woman increases, the fine blonde hair often found on the face, neck and chest becomes coarser and darker-a condition known as hirsutism. Another factor related to hirsutism can be traced to certain steroid medications and some oral contraceptives.

One more common cause of excess hair growth is emotional trauma that can trigger hormones to produce more androgens. In women, the most common areas of unwanted hair we treat are the upper lip, chin, eyebrows, underarms, legs, bikini line, breasts, knuckles and toes. In men, the most common areas we treat are the back and chest.

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Atlanta Institute for Facial Aesthetic Surgery offers FDA- cleared laser for laser hair removal as well as permanent hair reduction for all skin colors and suntanned skin. This procedure is performed in a medical office under the supervision of a board-certified surgeon. It is the first location in the metro Atlanta area to offer this remarkable new laser treatment that will allow you to make shaving, painful electrolysis and waxing a thing of the past.

The LightSheer XC has a unique, special “long-pulse” mode. This feature allows the laser energy to be delivered more slowly, giving a greater degree of protection to skin with larger concentrations of melanin (Types 4-6: African-American, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Indian subcontinent, Asian, etc.) This feature also allows laser use on people with suntanned skin! In clinical studies, this long pulse feature allowed effective hair removal to be an option for EVERYONE, not only light-skinned, dark-haired individuals as is the case for many other laser systems.

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Washington, DC area’s two leading laser hair removal and skin aesthetics providers will offer enhanced convenience, expertise and support to customers. Alase and the former Sona DC locations announced that they have combined to form Reveal MedSpa – a provider of customized medical aesthetics programs that enhance clients’ lifestyles and long term well-being. In addition, Reveal will add to its growing network of nine convenient locations by opening two new centers in the first half of 2006 in Gaithersburg, MD (Kentlands) and Arlington, VA (Pentagon Row).

Sally Amoruso, President of Reveal MedSpa said, “Reveal MedSpa represents more than just laser hair removal and skin aesthetics treatments, it’s about establishing a caring and supportive relationship with each client. Then creating a customized lifestyle program for each individual that improves the long term health and appearance of their skin.” Clients of both providers will have access to the same unmatched level of quality they have grown accustomed.

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Surface MedSpa offers 40% discount on the first IPL Hair Removal Treatment. The clinic uses IPL devices exclusively for treatment. Lasers are an older technology that is being displaced by IPL. Firing a laser emits all of its energy in a very brief burst that can be quite painful. According to one laser treatment center up to 70% of their patients needed topical anesthesia. Hair removal lasers are also more likely to cause burns and are sensitive to technician error. IPL devices emit filtered white light over a much longer duration that treats a wider range of frequencies, is more effective, safer, and less painful. The pulse feels like a small rubber band snap.

Surface also provides No Hair Guarantee: If at any time a client experiences any regrowth of hair in the treated area within 2 years from the date of final treatment. According to the clients treatment protocol, he is entitled to make an appointment with any Surface Medical Spa to remove the unwanted hair free of charge.

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Alase™, a Reveal MedSpa company, is the most experienced provider of Laser Hair Removal in the Washington DC Area. Their medical staff has performed over 70,000 procedures since its founding in 1999. Alase offers only scientifically tested, medically proven technologies with the very best records for safety and results. Alase is different and better from other laser hair removal and skin aesthetic providers. As all treatments at the center are performed by medically trained providers that include doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses.

Their consultants take time to get to know the clients and fully inform them about required procedures, without rushing them into a decision. The clinic has many repeat clients.

Along with the credibility of an elite medical center, Alase Centers are specially designed to offer a relaxed setting for customers. It are committed to offering the utmost in comfort, providing plush white robes and towels, comfy chairs, cold beverages, and even slippers!

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