Hair removal with Alexandrite Laser
The emergence of lasers in the early 90s, when they began to make their appearance, has allowed the treatment of dermatological diseases such as unwanted hair growth, spider veins, spots, hematomas, tattoos, scars, wrinkles, which in the past were difficult to impossible to treat.
Advanced Lasers are based on the theory of selective photothermolysis and thermokinetic selectivity, where it is possible to selectively eliminate the intended target in each case (e.g. hair follicles, vessels) allowing the best result with the maximum possible protection of the skin, thus avoiding side effects.
Excessive and unwanted hair growth is a result of hereditary predisposition, hormonal effects or even medications. The term hirsutism refers to conditions characterized by increased hair growth in various parts of the body, but with a normal distribution for gender. Traditional hair removal methods (shaving, depilatory wax or cream) give temporary results.
The mechanism of Alexandrite Laser hair removal is the absorption of the energy of the beam by the melanin of the hair, resulting in the destruction of the follicle, based on the principle of selective photothermolysis and in combination with a cooling system to protect the skin and reduce epidermal damage and better tolerance by the patient.
Alexandrite Laser is applied to any age, gender and any area of the body where there is unwanted hair growth. Usually hair removal is done for aesthetic reasons, however there are also cases such as folliculitis, common in women in the bikini area or in men in the beard area.
Sessions are performed approximately every 30 days. Approximately 6 sessions per area will be needed to achieve permanent hair removal. Regarding the frequency of sessions, they should be performed when the hair follicles are in the early anagen stage, when melanin is in high concentration in the hair, resulting in high energy absorption in this phase.
A Laser hair removal treatment can last from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the number and size of the areas being treated.
Can Laser Hair Removal Be Performed During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding?
Laser hair removal is performed during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Sensitive areas such as the bikini and abdomen are avoided for preventive reasons.
Advantages of Alexandrite Laser Hair Removal
