Results that Last
Permanent hair reduction has rapidly become one of the most popular and highly sought after cosmetic procedures around the world. Thanks to advanced light-based treatments, patients no longer have to deal with tedious and bothersome removal methods like shaving, waxing, and tweezing that require constant maintenance.
Today, a majority of patients with unwanted hair seek more permanent removal methods like laser or IPL hair removal. These treatments utilize concentrated beams of light to selectively destroy hair follicles and stop future hair growth. As the leading manufacturer of light-based technology, Astanza provides the latest, most innovative hair removal systems that are trusted by the top hair removal providers nationwide.
Procedure Overview
While different light-based technologies are used to remove hair, all treatments are alike. During a treatment session, bright flashes of light are emitted onto the unwanted hair. The light penetrates through the skin and selectively targets the melanin in the hair follicles. The pigment absorbs the light energy, effectively destroying the hair. Depending on the size of the handpiece being used, multiple hairs can be treated simultaneously.
Multiple sessions are necessary to target the hair follicles during their growth stage. Most patients need at least 4 to 6 treatments to see permanent, long-lasting results. Touch-ups may be required over time. Patients should see results after the first treatment – their hairs will grow back finer and weaker and the skin will become smoother. Results will become more noticeable and impressive with each additional treatment until all follicles are destroyed, successfully stopping continuous hair growth.
Who Can Get Light-Based Hair Removal?
Women and men alike are very likely to get laser hair removal. Most women seek treatment to remove hair from their underarms, bikini lines, and legs, while men are more interested in treating hair on their backs and necks.
When hair removal lasers were initially introduced, the procedure was originally intended for patients with light skin and dark hairs. However, newer technologies, like Astanza systems, are able to safely and effectively treat patients of all skin types and hair colors.
Different Types of Light-Based Hair Removal
Today, a wide range of light-based aesthetic technologies are used to deliver hair removal treatments. Laser hair removal and IPL treatments are two of the most popular methods. Astanza offers both IPL (EthereaMX) and diode (ReSmooth) laser hair removal technologies that are trusted by practitioners and patients worldwide.
So what is the difference between laser and IPL treatment? Lasers produce a single, concentrated wavelength of light to specifically target melanin in the hair. Diode technology typically uses a wavelength around 800 nm to 810 nm. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) produces a wide spectrum of light, around 550 nm to 1200 nm, rather than one specific wavelength to target melanin in the hair.
Both treatments target hair efficiently to generate optimal results and essentially work in the same way.
