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ALL ABOUT LASER HAIR REMOVAL

Updated: Apr 29, 2022


What Is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is the process of using laser energy to reduce growth and permanently eliminate unwanted hair. The laser releases photons that attract to pigment in the hair shaft. The photons travel in waves to kill hair follicles.

If your excess body hair is affecting your self-esteem, and you find yourself constantly shaving or waxing, laser hair removal may be right for you. We recommend committing to 5-8 treatments for the best results.

Who Is a Laser Hair Removal Candidate?

Ideal candidates are women and men who:

  • Have unwanted hair on their arms, legs, back, bikini area, or face

  • Patients of any skin color, light or dark, are good candidates.

  • The unwanted hair must have some pigment (color), either brown, light brown or black.

  • Understand that 50-80 percent of unwanted hair can be permanently removed

  • Are willing to commit to several treatments

How Much Does Laser Hair Removal Cost?

The cost of laser hair removal in Toronto start as low as $99-$499 per zone and a five-treatment package pricing is available.

How Long Does It Take to Recover from Laser Hair Removal?

There is no real downtime after laser hair removal. Some redness and swelling may occur after the treatment but will dissipate within the first few hours.

How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Take?

Permanent hair removal in Toronto takes 15-30 minutes per zone.

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal

Permanent Results

Laser hair removal provides a 50-85 percent reduction in unwanted hair after as little as five treatments for most patients. The results are permanent, so patients don’t have to wax or shave the areas again.

Can Be Done Anywhere on the Body

People experience excessive hair growth in different parts of the body. Laser hair removal can be done anywhere, so you can get the results you want, regardless of where the hair is located.

Works for All Skin Types

Some hair removal clinics only provide optimal results for people with lighter skin. Our innovative laser hair removal system works for all skin types.

Cost-Effective

People who undergo regular waxing treatments spend lots of money on hair removal. Laser hair removal is a cost-effective alternative.

How Is Laser Hair Removal Performed?

Serra is a highly trained laser technician performing the laser hair removal procedure. The process begins with a consultation to determine the right combination of lasers and wavelengths to use to achieve the desired effects. We can use up to 14 different lasers for each patient, which is why they can perform some of the best laser hair removal in Ontario.

Then the laser technician trains a beam of light on the unwanted hair. This disables the hair follicles so they cannot grow back. Hair grows in cycles, so patients will come back for four additional treatments, spaced out every 4-12 weeks.

How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal

Patients need to take some steps to prepare for laser hair removal at SpaMedica. Patients should:

● Avoid sun exposure for two weeks.

● Avoid electrolysis, tweezing, and waxing for four weeks.

● Do NOT shave the hair on the day before and the day of the treatment, leaving stubbles for the technician to easily identify the borders of the hair bearing skin.

What to Expect After Laser Hair Removal

Patients can leave immediately following the laser hair removal treatment. It can take one to two weeks to begin to notice the results, and the full results aren’t apparent until after the final treatment.

Laser Hair Removal Recovery and Timeline

Recovery is relatively simple following laser hair removal. Patients will often experience bumps and redness that generally go away within 8 hours but may last several days. Ingrown hairs also might take several days to express. Dead hair shafts will often eject out over the first 2 weeks.

Suntanning is not recommended for two weeks following the session. Patients should wear sunscreen when going out in direct sunlight as well.

Laser Hair Removal FAQ

How Painful Is It to Get Laser Hair Removal?

Permanent hair removal in Toronto is not painful. We use lasers with built-in cooling systems that reduce the discomfort. The laser technician can also provide a topical anaesthetic cream or use of ultrasound gel during the treatment to reduce any further discomfort.

How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Last?

The results of laser hair removal are permanent.

Should I Wax or Pluck Between Treatments?

You should not wax or pluck in between laser hair removal treatments. Instead, you can shave to remove unwanted hair between treatments and ensure you do not shave 2 days before the next treatment, or long enough to ensure there is visible stubble.

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