Laser Hair Removal Treatments for Permanent Hair Reduction
What Makes Laser Hair Removal Treatments So Effective?
Light-based treatments are highly effective for performing hair removal and are one of the most commonly sought-after aesthetic procedures in the United States. This popular procedure adds significant profit to any practice and provides a long-lasting solution for patients who are tired of shaving, waxing, and tweezing.
About Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal treatments use targeted laser energy to reduce unwanted hair by damaging the hair follicle at the root. These treatments provide long-term hair reduction across many areas of the body including the face, legs, arms, bikini area, and back.
By selectively targeting pigment in the hair follicle, laser hair removal treatments can safely reduce hair growth while preserving surrounding skin. Modern aesthetic laser systems allow providers to perform fast, precise treatments across a wide range of skin types and hair textures.
Laser hair removal is now one of the most requested aesthetic treatments worldwide, making it a core service offering for dermatology clinics, medical spas, and aesthetic practices.
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Technology Used for Laser Hair Removal Treatments
Modern laser hair removal treatments rely on advanced aesthetic laser platforms designed to safely target hair follicles while protecting surrounding skin.
Different laser wavelengths allow providers to treat a variety of skin types and hair textures while maintaining consistent treatment results.
These systems enable clinics to perform high-volume hair removal treatments while maintaining safety and treatment efficiency.
Thunder Series
Experience the Thunder Series, the ultimate power solution for your practice, featuring gold-standard Alexandrite (755 nm) and/or Nd:YAG (1064 nm) wavelengths for permanent hair reduction on all skin types, as well as skin resurfacing and a variety of other indications. Achieve fast treatments over large areas with its extremely high laser power and large spot sizes up to 24 mm.
Suprema Series
The Suprema is an advanced laser platform built for dermatology, offering extensive treatment versatility with three true laser wavelengths (532nm, 755nm, 1064nm) plus optional IPL and erbium Twain handpieces.
Light - Evo Series
Conquer the highest challenges in laser applications with the Light EVO Series, offering maximum versatility and performance across a wide range of indications. With five configurations and three wavelengths, the Light - Evo Series offers targeted solutions including laser hair removal, benign vascular lesions, benign pigmented lesions and wrinkles.
The Hair Removal Procedure
During treatment, a light-based system emits bright flashes of light into the skin where the unwanted hair resides. After being absorbed, the light energy then heats up and damages the hair follicles.
Because hair grows in different stages, multiple treatments are needed to target the hair follicles during their growth phase. Each pulse of light energy takes a matter of seconds and treats multiple hairs at once, making this procedure very quick and easy to perform.
Typical Results
Most patients require 5 to 8 hair removal treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to achieve desired results. Light-based systems are some of the longest-lasting methods for treating unwanted hair, eliminating the need for bothersome methods like shaving or plucking that require continual management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does laser hair removal work?
The laser targets melanin in the hair follicle, delivering heat that disables future hair growth while leaving surrounding skin unharmed.
What areas can be treated with laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal can be performed on nearly any area of the body, including the face, legs, underarms, bikini area, chest, and back.
How many sessions are needed?
Most patients need a series of treatments, typically 5 to 8 sessions, because hair grows in cycles and lasers are most effective during the active growth phase.
Is laser hair removal safe for all skin types?
Yes, laser hair removal is safe for all skin types. The most effective hair removal is seen in dark hair. White hair cannot be treated.
What are Astanza’s laser hair removal devices?
Astanza offers a variety of hair removal lasers for practitioners to choose from. Visit our webpages on the Suprema, the Thunder, and the Light EVO families to find the right device for your practice.