This technology uses a diode laser beam which passes through the skin to reach the hair follicles. The laser’s penetrating energy targets and heats up the root of the hair follicle, which then disables it and prevents future hair growth. The laser hair removal process requires an average of 6 treatments to address all of the hair, because the hair follicles will always be in different stages of growth.

The most requested areas of the body to be treated with laser hair removal are the face, neck, forearms, legs, bikini line, and underarms.

Laser hair removal can result in up to 90% permanent reduction after your series of treatments has been completed. Once the unwanted hair has fallen out, it won’t return. However, new hair follicles can still develop — and these new follicles will grow new hair.

When laser hair removal is performed by a licensed, experienced medical professional, it is very safe. Diolaze, in particular, is equipped with advanced monitoring technology and automatic temperature shut-off controls to protect the skin.

The ideal candidates for laser hair removal possess lighter skin tones with darker hair, have not experienced skin cancer or pigmentation, do not suffer from skin conditions or have raised scars, and are not taking Accutant acne medication. It is also recommended for patients to not be pregnant for this treatment.

Prior to your laser hair removal appointment, it is important to shave the treatment area with a clean and new razor on the day of your appointment. It is also recommended that you avoid waxing or tweezing hairs in the treatment area for six weeks, as well as refrain from sun exposure for two weeks before and after the appointment. Additionally, you should avoid using spray tans or self-tanner for two weeks leading up to the treatment.

Before treatment begins, your skin will be cleansed and prepped and we will provide you with eye shields. Numbing cream is not typically needed. We will apply a gel to help with conduction, and treatment will begin. The Diolaze handheld device will move quickly across your skin, emitting pulses of powerful light as it goes. It includes a built-in cooling device on the tip to help keep you comfortable. Treatment time will vary depending on which areas you’re having treated. 

Following your treatment, you may experience a temporary sunburn-like sensation in the treated area, which can be alleviated with the use of a cold pack or aloe vera. While some patients may experience short-lasting color changes, redness, and swelling, blisters are a rare occurrence. In the event of blistering, it is important to immediately notify our office. To ensure optimal results and prevent complications, it is recommended that you avoid sweating for 24 hours, hot water for at least two days, sun exposure for 2 weeks, and any other skin treatments for at least two weeks. Additionally, do not wax or tweeze any hairs in the treated area.

A few days following your laser hair removal treatment, you’ll notice your treated hairs beginning to fall out. These will actually grow back, but when they do, they will be much finer. These finer hairs will continually fall out and grow back again until they don’t grow back at all.