Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is the most effective method that provides to get rid of unwanted hair permanently. Both men and women can prefer to have it, in contrast to temporary hair removal methods such as shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams, it is prevented that roots can be re-formed without damaging the skin. Laser hair removal services Alexandrite laser.ND: YAG laser, Diode laser, and IPL systems are used in our clinic. These lasers use different wavelengths, provides to come back them irreversibly. Treatment success is different according to the hair type and skin type. The same person can have different systems because it changes according to the hair type, skin color and even the area to the body. Experienced Physicians evaluate the patient and then they decide according to the skin type and hair type what laser to apply to the patients different lasers application is serviced in our clinic. These devices are suitable for all skin types and can be applied to thin or thick hairs. Regardless of your skin type or hair type, you can completely get rid of unwanted hair avoid by using laser hair removal technology

The bristle structure was shown as the determinant in laser hair removal, but it is no longer accepted as a criterion with the advancement of technology. Devices capable of seeing very fine hairs have also been produced so that application can be applied to each type of hair. If patients have a problem hairing, the causes should be investigated, and if the problem occurred because of hormone disorder, treatment should be shaped accordingly.

What is the effect mechanism of laser and light systems?

The aim in laser and light systems is to create permanent damage to the hair root without damaging the surrounding skin; The laser energy is absorbed by melanin cells at the root of the hair and burns the hair root without damaging the surrounding skin and tissue. the damaged bristle probably does not occur again. Some of the hair exposed to the laser is poured immediately, while others are expelled from the skin in about 15-20 days.

What are the laser and light systems used for hair removal?

• Alexandrite laser (755 nm)
• Diode laser (800-810 nm)
• Nd-yag laser (1064 nm)
• Ruby laser (694 nm)
• IPL - This system is different from laser. It is a light system covering different wavelengths, Laser and light systems are used in our clinic.

1-Alexandrite laser (Cynosure)

2-Alexandrite laser (Candela)

3-Diode Laser (Soprano ICE) (Ice Laser)

4-Diode laser (elos technology-diode + radiofrequency)

5-Nd-yag laser (Cynosure)

6-ELOS IPL (light system)

How often is laser hair removal applied, how long do the sessions last?

Laser applications should be applied every 6-12 weeks. The duration is necessary for the hair root pigment to be enough. It should not be longer than 12 weeks, and it also should not be shorter than 6 weeks. While the session time is 1-2 minutes in lip areas, it can last half an hour in large areas such as the whole leg and back.

Why are multiple treatment sessions necessary?

All lasers are effective on the active period of hair. The feather roots in the resting phase are not affected by the laser. Feathers in the body enter the active phase and rest phase in different periods. It affects the active hairs during laser application. After a while, the feathers in the resting phase become active and in the next application these hairs are destroyed.

Which areas of laser hair removal can be applied?

Laser hair removal can be applied to all areas of the body. Especially the armpit, the genital area, the leg, the arms, the face and the belly area are often preferred by 80% of women, men prefer laser hair removal in the beard area, chest girth and back areas. Also, men who have excess hair in the arms and legs, they can want to treat because of reducing hairing.

What are the risks of laser hair removal?

There are side effects which are redness in the skin and edema in the hair roots in a short time. This side effect disappears within 1 hour. Very sensitive skin have this problem for several days. In some laser types, color changes, water retention, and incrustation may occur in applications in black skin and bronzed skin. Such problems are rare and regress within a few days.

Is laser hair removal permanent?

Laser hair removal is majorly permanent. Reduction in hair is seen 70-90% after four to six sessions, this decrease will last for years, the color and thickness of the remaining hair is reduced. However, it is not possible to get rid of completely. Treatment efficacy should be evaluated within 6 months after completion of treatment essences. The hairs that will come again can be visible clear within 6 months.

When do hairs start to come out again?

If the correct application is made after laser hair removal, some of the hairs are poured immediately. Laser hair removal may not be noticeably reduced in the first two sessions. After the third and fourth sessions, the hair begins to decrease significantly. 4- After 6 sessions, the feathers are reduced in such a way that they do not come out for years. Some patients can be treated sparse maintenance sessions. Hairs are light and thin after the laser treatment, come out rarely.

What are the factors determining the number of sessions?

• Bristle colour (light colored hairs require a large number of sessions)
• Ethnic and genetic structure (dark skinned people require a large number of sessions).
• Hormone status
• Treated area
• Hair density
• Age
• Weight (excess weight increases hair growth)
• Some Drugs

What are the other cosmetic areas?

It can also be used in the treatment of submerged hair and the problem of pilonidal sinus.

Which feather colors respond best to treatment?

The pigment in the hair root is important for laser treatment.Therefore, black or brown hair responds best to the treatment group.White and gray hairs do not respond to treatment.

What is the superiority of laser hair removal over other alternative methods?

• Laser epilation provides fast and long lasting results.
• Laser hair removal can be applied anywhere in the body. Shaving, waxing and depilatory creams remove the hair but hair root is not destroyed, so hairs grow in one to four weeks. In laser treatment, hair root is affected so hairs return later

than usual as thinner.

What can be done in white, light-yellow-gray hair with no laser hair removal?

Needle epilation can be preferred if desired.

Pre-treatment recommendations:

1. Do not use methods of  waxing and tweezers in the week before treatment. Because you may break the root of the hair that  affect the laser. That reduces the effect of the laser.
2. Reduce sunbathing one or two weeks before treatment. Bronzed skin reduces the laser effect.
3. Do not apply make-up to the application area. The make-up absorbs the laser energy, causing less energy to reach the bristle root and cause to reduce its effectiveness. The make-up can increase the laser temperature and cause skin irritation or burns. Makeup can be done after laser treatment.
4. Please shave or cut the hairs the day before or one day of later from Laser process. This makes the skin less sensitive. Long hair on the skin absorbs laser energy and wastes energy, reducing the energy that needs to reach to the hair root. Also, these hairs burn and increase the likelihood of skin irritation.
5. If your pain threshold is low, it may be appropriate to take painkiller medicines 2 hours before the procedure. Also, some women may not be treated before and during the period because they are more sensitive to pain during menstrual period.

Recommendations after laser treatment:

1. Redness after laser will be regressed when you reach home. Some skins are sensitive and dryness may be felt after the procedure. In this case, the moisturizer can be used.
2. Do not sunbathe within a week or two after treatment. There may be spotting. Use sunscreen with at least 30 factors.
3. After the laser, hairs in the hair roots may grow within 1 or 2 weeks of treatment. You can cut if you feel uncomfortable yourself.
4. Shave and depilatory can be used between the sessions. During the session, methods such as waxing and tweezers or roping should not be used. Because they reduce the effect of the next laser session.
5. After laser, water retention and incrustation is rare and these problems get better between a few days and a week. An antibiotic cream can be often used.

For more detailed information and questions, please visit our beauty center or call us on +90 29 90 90.

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