SkinHealth Center has been providing laser hair removal services in the greater Boston area since 1999. This offer is for 1 treatment for the face or one body part.

Laser hair removal works by using light energy to permanently disable the hair follicle. The laser light selectively targets hair follicles while leaving other tissue untouched. Since hair grows in cycles, several treatments are required. At any one time, 50% to 80% of hair follicles are in the active growth phase and will be disabled by the laser. The remaining dormant hairs will begin to grow and should be treated at a later date.

For women, laser hair removal is rapidly becoming the treatment of choice for facial hair and bikini lines. For men and women, because the laser treats multiple hair follicles at a time, laser treatments are also very convenient for large areas of the body, including underarms, the back, shoulders, legs, arms...

How many times will I have to get treatments? The number of sessions will vary for each individual, but 3 to 5 treatments are usually required; some applications may require more. It depends on the area or areas you wish to have treated and your hair's density, thickness, and growth cycle. Your SkinHealth professional will discuss with you the treatment plan and formulate the best program to fit your needs.

Who are the best candidates for laser hair removal?
In general, the best results are achieved in individuals with dark hair (or dark hair roots) and a light skin color. This is because the laser light energy is absorbed by the pigment melanin in the skin, and is then transformed into heat to disable the hair follicle. In people with dark skin (more melanin in the skin), the melanin in the skin tends to compete with the hair for the light energy resulting in the potential for the laser damaging the skin instead of the intended hair follicle. During your initial free consultation with SkinHealth we will advise you if your skin and hair type would respond well to treatment.

Donated by: