Laser Hair Removal

What is laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is safe and effective at Syosset Medi Spa. A licensed professional team member specializing in laser technology performs your procedure. Syosset Medi Spa uses InMode’s advanced intense pulsed light (IPL) lasers to remove unwanted hair.

The lasers emit a pulsed light. Your hair’s pigment absorbs and transmits it down the hair shaft’s root. The laser’s heat damages the hair follicle, blocking hair regrowth.

Although laser hair removal delays hair growth for extended periods, it doesn’t result in permanent removal. You’ll need several treatments for initial hair removal and maintenance treatments.

The lasers are pain-free and include built-in cooling systems to ensure that you’re comfortable during a procedure. 

What can laser hair removal address?

Laser hair removal can address several areas of unwanted hair, including:

• Legs
• Armpits
• Upper lip
• Chin
• Bikini line

Treating unwanted hair in nearly any area of your body except the eyelids and surrounding areas is possible.

What happens during laser hair removal?

Before your procedure, the team evaluates your skin and hair types. This allows them to select the best laser to suit your needs.

Before your procedure, you should shave or trim the treatment area. You should avoid waxing or plucking hair for three weeks before treatment. You should also stay out of the sun and avoid blood-thinning medication like aspirin and ibuprofen.

The primary risks of laser hair removal are temporary discomfort, redness, and swelling. Most of these symptoms typically disappear within several hours. You might also notice pigment changes on the affected skin. These can be temporary or permanent.

You’ll wear special goggles during the procedure to protect your eyes from the laser. Your provider will shave the site again if needed or apply a topical anesthetic to reduce discomfort during the treatment.

The length of each session will depend on which area of your body is being treated and how large it is. A small area like your upper lip could take just five minutes, while a larger area like the back or legs could take up to an hour. 

You could require two to six treatments for the best results. The interval between treatments will vary depending on the area being treated.

Call Syosset Medi Spa to learn more about laser hair removal, or request an appointment online today.