Accurate Electrolysis & Laser - Laser Hair Removal

Accurate Electrolysis & Laser

Say goodbye to painful waxing, shaving and plucking. Unwanted body and facial hair no longer has to be a concern.

Laser hair removal has been cleared by the FDA for quick, safe, permanent hair reduction. Best of all, laser hair removal is more comfortable than other hair removal treatments. Our lasers have been specially designed to be gentle to the skin, and we are able to treat most skin color types. We use the most up-to-date, state of the art lasers:

R The Gentlelase, the latest in laser technology
R The Epi-Light Hair Removal System
R The Gentleyag Laser for dark or tanned skin
R Electrolysis

The Gentlelase

The Gentlelase, a revolutionary long pulse high energy alexandrite laser system, emits a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed. The laser energy is transformed into heat, which can disable the follicle, leaving the surrounding skin unchanged. The skin is further protected during treatment by a dynamic cooling process where a cryogen is sprayed onto the skin cooling the upper layers providing patients increased comfort. This selectivity helps to protect the skin while effectively treating the unwanted hair.

(Information reproduced from Candela Corporation)

The Epi-Light Hair Removal System

Epi-light Hair Removal System is a non-invasive light therapy device specifically designed to eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body.

Epi-light uses pulsed light to remove hair and impair hair growth. First, a cool gel and a hand held treatment unit are gently applied to the skin. Then, in a flash, pulses of light safely penetrate the skin and disable hundreds of hair follicles simultaneously. When the gel is removed some of the hair is wiped off. The remaining hair in the treated area usually falls out in approximately 14 days.

Electrolysis

Electrolysis involves a very fine probe inserted into each unwanted hair follicle. Then an electrical impulse cauterizes the blood vessels and destroys the hair's ability to grow. The hair is released from its follicle and permanently removed.

Many patients describe the sensation as a "twinge" or a "zap," which is over very quickly. Sensitivity varies with each person and depends on the area being treated. Your own sensitivity can change from day to day due to mood and menstrual changes. The electrologist can help by adjusting treatment levels and timings to make the procedure more comfortable.

In our practice, we use both the short-wave and blend treatment methods. Your tolerance will vary with each method. The utmost care is given to individualize each treatment to the patient's special need.

Your concerns and safety are our medical responsibility. Pre-sterilized, disposable probes are only used once. Our probes and tweezers are steam-sterilized in a surgical autoclave, just like those used in hospitals. It is a proven, effective method for sterilizing all surgical and electrology instruments.