Alexandrite & Nd Yag Laser Hair Removal

Different skin tones and hair types require different approaches to laser treatment.

Alexandrite 755nm

Alexandrite laser is highly absorbed by melanin and is particularly effective for treating dark hair on lighter skin tones.

Nd Yag 1064nm

Nd Yag uses a longer wavelength and can be selected when treating darker skin tones where reducing absorption of laser energy by epidermal melanin is particularly important.

Having access to both wavelengths allows us to select treatment parameters according to the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

Laser hair removal needs to be carefully tailored according to skin type.

This is particularly important for Asian, Black and other darker skin tones because inappropriate laser selection or settings can increase the risk of burns and pigmentation changes.

At your consultation, we assess your skin tone, hair colour, hair thickness, medical history, medications and recent sun exposure before determining whether treatment is suitable and which laser settings should be used.

A patch test is carried out before beginning your treatment course.

We provide laser hair removal for most areas of the face and body, including:

Face

• Upper lip
• Chin
• Jawline
• Neck
• Sides of face

Body

• Underarms
• Arms
• Hands and fingers
• Bikini line
• Brazilian/Hollywood
• Legs
• Feet and toes
• Abdomen
• Back
• Chest
• Shoulders

We also provide men’s laser hair removal in Preston, including treatment for the back, chest, shoulders, neck and other areas.

Your Content Goes Here

Laser hair removal can be particularly useful for people who regularly experience ingrown hairs, shaving irritation or follicle-related bumps.

By reducing the amount and thickness of hair growing from the follicle, laser treatment can reduce the need for frequent shaving or waxing and may help reduce recurring ingrown hairs.

Most people require a course of laser hair removal treatments because hairs must be treated during the appropriate stage of their growth cycle.

The number of treatments required varies according to:

• Treatment area
• Hair colour
• Hair thickness
• Skin tone
• Hormonal influences
• Previous hair removal methods
• Individual response to treatment

Your practitioner will recommend an appropriate treatment plan following consultation.

Maintenance treatments may occasionally be required because hormonal changes and other biological factors can stimulate new hair growth over time.

Your Content Goes Here

Most patients tolerate laser hair removal very well.

You may experience a brief warm or snapping sensation as each laser pulse is delivered. The level of discomfort varies according to the area being treated and individual sensitivity.

Temporary redness or slight swelling around the follicles can occur following treatment and usually settles quickly.

Although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, laser hair removal and IPL are not the same technology.

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light and produces a broad spectrum of light. A true laser produces a specific wavelength of light that can be selected to target the hair follicle.

At Defyne Aesthetics, we use dedicated laser technology with 755nm Alexandrite and 1064nm Nd wavelengths, allowing treatment to be selected according to the patient’s skin and hair characteristics.

Your Content Goes Here

The treatment causes minimal discomfort. Clients often say it feels similar to the snap of a rubber band. Slight redness or localized swelling can occasionally occur, but this usually subsides within the first 24 hours after treatment.

Typically clients will see results in 4 – 6 treatments, though this number will vary based upon the skin tone, hair colour and several other factors. At your consultation we will talk to you about the variables that may affect your individual results.

We can proudly say you get what you pay for at our clinic in Preston. The cost of our treatment may be slightly more than what our competitors are providing, but we believe if you have invested money into this type of treatment you should be treated by a practitioner who has had specific training in Light and Laser therapies, using the medically graded technology in a safe and successful manner.

Different factors influence the efficiency of the laser hair removal. We will discuss this in detail with you at your consultation at our Preston Clinic to give you a realistic expectation. Skin type, hair type and the area being treated will determine the settings of the laser and therefore the outcome.

We are proud to be one of the first laser hair removal clinics in Preston to offer the newly introduced Elite MPX laser system by Cynosure.
The Elite MPX, which incorporates Cynosure’s patented MultiPlex sequencing technology, is a highly versatile laser aesthetic workstation that combines two gold standard wavelengths in one system: the 755 nm Alexandrite laser and the 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser, with the capability of using them individually, switching between them, or blending them with the MultiPlex sequencing technology, resulting in customized hair, vascular, and anti-aging treatments to a wider range of patients of any skin type.

At Defyne (Preston Clinic) we offer Cynosures Elite MPX laser hair removal as opposed to IPL (intense pulsed light). Laser is the most effective way to deliver long-term effective hair reduction, you can expect up to 90 percent hair removal in as little as six treatments.
Laser hair removal is different to the Intense Pulsed Light system (IPL) which uses less powerful, diffused light waves. IPL due to its nature causes much more side effects and is less effective than a laser. IPL emits energy produced by a lamp similar to a light bulb. Our medical grade laser emits a coherent beam of light which focuses on the treatment area more precisely. It therefore looses less of its power in the surrounding tissue causing fewer side effects and providing more accurate results.
Laser hair removal can be used on any part of the body, including the most common problem areas: face, bikini area, legs and underarms. It is also safe to use on a wider range of skin types. Our laser is specifically designed to treat all skin types safely.
However IPL machines do provide certain benefits in comparison to a laser. They are cheaper to buy than a laser and easier to run. With different hand pieces they can be utilized for different applications. Therefore they are more versatile but never achieve the efficacy of a specialized laser.
Many hair removal machines available at other establishments are labelled ‘Laser’ but are actually systems that use Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). Research has shown that although these machines may reduce hair growth, they are not as effective as the Elite MPX at permanently destroying the hair follicle.

The price of having the patch test is £25 but redeemable from the course of treatment.

• Avoid sun exposure 4 weeks (Alex) or 2 weeks (YAG) prior to your scheduled treatment.
• Avoid sun beds 4 weeks (Alex) or 2 weeks (YAG) prior to your laser treatment.
• Avoid applying tanning lotion 4 weeks prior to your laser treatment.
• Remove make up, creams, lotions and Potions thoroughly.
• Remove deodorant.
• Shave the area before treatment so that no stubble is showing.
• Stop waxing or tweezing and threading.

• Application of Lotion or Aloe Vera should be applied to the area for rehydration. If crusting develops it should be allowed to fall off naturally. Do not scratch or pick crust.
• An antibiotic cream should be used if there is any blistering or break in the skin. Please contact the clinic if there is an indication of infection (redness, tenderness or pus).
• Do not shave treated area for 1 to 3 days post treatment if crusting or blistering occurs.
• Normal skin care regimens, i.e., makeup, moisturizers, deodorant, shaving may be resumed the day after treatment if there is no redness, blistering or crusting present.
• Wash treated area gently with mild soap and water. If treated area is irritated, the area should not be rubbed with a face cloth or towel. The area should be gently patted dry.
• Makeup – If the area blisters, extreme caution should be used when applying or removing makeup. The treated area is very delicate and should be treated with care.
• Rough removal of makeup can increase the incidence of post treatment complications.
• Sun exposure should be avoided throughout the course of treatment. A broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or greater should be applied whenever the area may be exposed to the sun.
• Following the laser treatment activities, such as swimming, sports and/or strenuous exercise should be avoided for the first 2–3 days, or until any redness, crusting or blisters have resolved.
• Please contact the office immediately if the treated area becomes tender and shows signs of infection (pus).

If you would like to do a quick self test to evaluate your own skin type please click below.
http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/are-you-at-risk/fitzpatrick-skin-quiz