We are pleased to offer our clients the latest technology in laser
hair removal.
Only the third one in Canada, The Apex 800 Diode Laser is a safe,
fast and effective hair removal system. This procedure offers long-
term relief from hair re-growth.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The laser generates a beam of intense, concentrated light that is
directed through a small hand piece to the treatment site. The laser
energy is absorbed by pigment in the hair causing selective damage
to the follicle. The laser treats more than one hair at a time so
we are able to treat large areas in a short period of time.
HOW WILL IT FEEL?
Some areas of our body are more sensitive that others, although
most of our patients have reported little or no discomfort. In fact
most of them have said waxing was by far the most painful.
IS IT PERMANENT?
Our hair grows at different rates. We treat at 4-6 week intervals
to obtain optimum results. The result will be permanent hair reduction.
There is no true permanent hair removal. Our body is constantly
generating hair follicles.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A TREATMENT?
No waxing for six weeks prior to treatment. We want the follicle
to be intact. Shave the area to be treated before you come in.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Short- term side effects may include slight reddening of the skin
or local swelling which typically lasts less than an hour. Laser
hair removal does not make hair grow back thicker, darker or quicker.
WILL LASER WORK ON ALL HAIR COLOURS?
No. The laser works the best with brown, dark brown and black hair.
Remember the laser is attracted to the dark pigment of the hair
follicle. It does not work well with blonde or grey hair. Some of
our patients have had success with lighter hair, although more treatments
may be required.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE NEEDED?
You will need between 4 - 8 treatments. Treatments are given at
4-6 week intervals.
WHAT ABOUT AFTER THE TREATMENT?
Wash normally with soap and water. Avoid sun exposure to the area.
Avoid irritants such as products containing glycolic acid or Retin-A
for 5-7 days. Hair remaining in the follicle will extrude typically
within 1-2 weeks after the treatment. Do not pluck the hair from
the follicle. If needed, it is ok to shave after 1 week.
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