Laser Hair Removal

Finally, a laser hair removal solution for men and women that produces long-lasting results across the full range of unwanted hair problems. This breakthrough laser hair removal technology uses broadband, Intense Pulsed Light™ (IPL™) technology to "damage" hair follicles for long-term hair removal. IPL systems for laser hair removal go by many names including the EpiLight® system, the VascuLight™ system and IPL Quantum systems. Each system has shown to be a successful method for reducing unwanted, unsightly hairs. Numerous published studies in professional medical journals attest to the IPL system's safety and long-term effectiveness.

The IPL system hair removal process is called photo-epilation, which is based on the principle of selective photothermolysis. This means that the light energy is absorbed in the target hair follicles while sparing the surrounding, healthy tissue. Unlike conventional laser systems, IPL laser hair removal systems utilize a broad light spectrum with wavelengths ranging from 590 to 1200 nm (green, yellow, orange, red and infrared).

They also emit light energy in very carefully timed bursts, or pulses, to:

• maximize the effectiveness of the treatment
• decrease the risk of skin damage
• minimize patient discomfort

IPL laser systems treat the hair by directing light energy through a light guide placed near the patient's skin. A thin layer of transparent gel covers the treatment area to focus the light energy and cool the top skin layer. The light energy heats and damages the hair follicle, typically causing the hair itself to fall out from the follicle. IPL laser hair removal system technology allows your physician to provide a procedure that is gentle and non-invasive, with nominal side effects.

Computerized laser hair removal treatment parameters are selected based on your specific skin color, hair color and hair density. This major advantage allows our medical aesthetics staff to customize each individual treatment based on personal experience, as well as your unique attributes.

As a result of this computer-generated precision, the IPL laser hair removal system has proven effective on the widest range of hair colors, from auburn to brown and dark black hair. Most important of all, the IPL laser hair removal system successfully removes hair from all skin types -- from porcelain-white through olive to darker complexions.

In addition, IPL laser hair removal system technology enables our medical aestheticians to efficiently remove hair from any part of the body, no matter how deep the follicles may reside. Treatment of sensitive areas like the lips, ears, nose, underarms, and bikini line can usually be easily tolerated.

Another IPL laser hair removal system advantage is its wide treatment area, enabling the device to cover more area in substantially less time. In fact, approximately 100 -200 hairs can be treated with each flash of the light so that large swaths of hair on the legs, back and chest can be treated quickly in a single session. At the same time, IPL systems can be very precisely focused, so that hair is eliminated from delicate places.

Multiple laser treatment sessions are typically required for long-lasting hair removal. In a recent clinical study, researchers from Cornell and Duke Medical Centers reported an average hair loss of 64% at 6 months or more of follow-up after multiple treatments. Study results also confirmed that the IPL laser hair removal system uniquely achieves significant long-lasting hair removal through selective cell destruction to hair follicles.

SKINTASTIC offers laser hair removal services for the Dallas/Plano/Frisco area and is located at the Dallas North Tollway and Parker Road, close to George Bush. To schedule a complimentary (no cost) consultation with one of our medical aestheticians to discuss laser hair removal options, call 972-620-FACE (3223).