If you’re tired of the shaving-waxing cycle — the time, the irritation, the regrowth — laser hair reduction is worth understanding properly.
When you’re trying to create a clean, manicured look, you need to contend with stray hairs across the face and body.
Shaving can reduce unwanted hair, but it’s a short-term solution. You can also wax, but the process is painful and can lead to ingrown hairs.
At DeeTox, we offer an alternative solution. With laser hair reduction, you can experience lasting relief from unwanted hair growth. But can our lasers really provide permanent hair removal in Burlington? Let’s examine our preferred method for laser hair reduction, as well as the sorts of results it can provide.
An Advanced Method for Laser Hair Reduction
In the past, the laser hair reduction process came with a number of significant drawbacks. For some, the process was simply too uncomfortable. Others couldn’t receive the treatment at all because of their skin tone. Thanks to the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus, these concerns are a thing of the past.
This advanced laser hair reduction device uses a dual-wavelength laser system to offer long-term results without serious discomfort or downtime. With the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus, you can experience noticeable results without the pain that comes from older, outdated laser treatment methods.
Older methods of laser hair reduction targeted hair follicles by measuring for darker strands of pigment against light skin. But this meant that these methods were completely ineffective for anyone with darker skin. Using the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus device, our providers can adjust the treatment so it’s safe for darker skin tones.
This treatment is not just effective for reducing unwanted hair. We also recommend treatment with the Candela GentleMax for anyone who wants to minimize the risks of ingrown hair, razor bumps, and even chronic folliculitis (the painful inflammation of hair follicles).
What Sorts of Results Can You Expect?
You may consider coming to our clinic for laser treatment because you’re interested in permanent hair removal in Burlington, but the term “laser hair removal” is actually somewhat inaccurate.
At DeeTox, we prefer the term “laser hair reduction” because it more accurately describes the results you can expect.
During treatments, the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus laser targets the hair at the follicle. By treating the hair at the root, we don’t just reduce hair; we also reduce the potential for regrowth. This allows you to experience results that last longer than other, more traditional methods.
Are the Results of Laser Hair Reduction Permanent?
The short answer to this question is no—our treatments do not provide permanent hair removal in Burlington. At DeeTox, our physician-led team will always tell you what’s realistic before we recommend a treatment plan.
However, the long answer is a bit more complicated. In truth, there’s no such thing as permanent hair removal.
Any hair reduction treatment you receive will eventually result in regrowth—the question is, “what does that hair look like?”
After more traditional methods of hair reduction, like shaving, tweezing, or waxing, you can expect to see hair regrowth that appears more or less the same. However, following laser reduction, any hair that regrows in the treatment area will be thinner and look lighter.
Not only does this make it easier to reduce, but it also means that the hair looks less obvious against the skin.
How Long Do Results Last After Laser Hair Reduction?
The Candela GentleMax Pro Plus may not offer permanent hair removal in Burlington, but it can still provide lasting results.
When you receive laser hair reduction treatments from our team at DeeTox, you can experience results for up to 3 years, and these results can last even longer with the right maintenance. You will need to complete multiple treatments for the longest-lasting results.
You may need at least 6 to 8 treatment sessions for the best results. However, the exact number varies depending on your needs. In between sessions, avoid waxing, though you can shave the treatment area to keep it smooth and prepare it for your next treatment.
Maintaining Your Results After Laser Hair Reduction
At DeeTox, we don’t simply provide a treatment and leave you to figure out the aftercare details on your own. We walk you through the post-care process and can schedule any necessary follow-up appointments to ensure you experience the best possible results. Immediately following your treatment, however, there are some steps you can take to maintain your smooth, bare skin for as long as possible.
After getting a laser hair reduction treatment at DeeTox, it’s vital that you take steps to protect your skin to minimize irritation and inflammation. For this reason, always wear a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF any time you go out into direct sunlight.
We also recommend avoiding applying makeup or performing any physical exercise that may cause you to sweat for at least 1 to 2 days while the treatment area heals.
Make sure to clean and hydrate the skin, but do not use any heavy-duty exfoliating products. Our providers can offer additional personalized post-care recommendations following your treatment session.
Reduce Unwanted Hair With Laser Treatment From DeeTox
A laser treatment may not provide permanent hair removal in Burlington, but it can reduce unwanted hair for years to come.
If you’re interested in a hair reduction treatment, or perhaps another laser treatment, like scar reduction, request an appointment with our team. We can sit down with you, go over your concerns, and find the ideal solution for your needs.
You can also learn more about your options online when you take advantage of our free digital treatment planner. Say goodbye to ineffective hair reduction treatments and experience lasting results with a laser treatment from DeeTox.
