Laser Hair Removal

Here at Laser Beauty Clinic, we use an intense pulses light (IPL) machine to remove unwanted hair. The light source coming directly from the laser head heats and therefore destroys hair follicles in the skin which as a result stops/prevents further hair growth.
IPL laser tends to be more successful than other forms of lasers because the machine uses multiple wavelengths of pulsating light rather than just a single wavelength.

We apply a cool gel to the area of skin we are treating. When the laser is applied and triggered onto the area it can be compared to an elastic band snapping against your skin.

Individuals all have different levels of pain threshold, so just because it may feel painful for one person doesn’t mean it is painful for everyone. We always complete a patch test before commencing treatment which will give individuals an idea of what sensation to expect from their treatment.

Any area of the body where hair would grow but common areas we treat are face, chest, underarms, legs and bikini line.

Normally between 6-8 sessions depending on the individual and if they have any underlying conditions that cause excessive hair growth. People who have medical conditions causing unwanted hair may require more sessions and may have to continue with maintenance treatments in future.

Laser hair removal works best on individuals with pale skin and dark hair.

It is not as effective on people with tanned skin or hair that has been bleached and lightened by the sun but our free consultations can help determine whether laser hair removal can work for you.

Hairs may continue to grow after treatment but will drop out within 1-3 weeks. Regrowth between sessions may occur but this is usually thinner, lighter and fewer than before until the course of 6-8 treatments is finished.

Laser hair removal is safe however it can sometimes cause side effects such as redness, tingling or mild irritation of the treated area which will subside within 24-48 hours.

It may not be suitable for everyone for example if you are pregnant or people with certain skin types but our consent form will identify this for you.

Before treatment commences the individual is required to shave the area and this can also be done the day of the treatment (no plucking, waxing or bleaching should be done).
Avoid tanning one month ahead of and during the entire course of treatment to avoid excessive discomfort from light absorption in the skin.
No deodorant, make up or perfumed products should be applied to the skin on the day of treatment (before and for 48 hours after).
Avoid sun, sunbeds and tanning products during treatment period and also up to two months after treatment has finished and apply factor 30+ for minimum one month.
Avoid exercise, hot baths, swimming, showers, saunas and heat treatments for 48 hours after treatment.
Apply an aloe vera, E45 or tea tree soothing cream for 48 hours after treatment.