Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal - treatment procedure
At GentleCare Laser Aesthetics, the first step towards FREEDOM OF A HAIRLESS BODY is a free consultation, during which, an experienced provider will evaluate your skin type and identify the appropriate treatment procedure. Prior to a consultation, our medical staff will ask you to fill out certain forms to ensure that you do not have any medical conditions that would prohibit you from receiving laser treatment.
During the consultation, which may take 15 to 20 minutes depending on questions you may have, our provider will describe the treatment process.
Following consultation and preparation of the treatment area, our provider's will adjust the equipment to provide you with the most effective treatment.
The hair that gets removed during a treatment is that hair which is in its active growing phase (human hair is not always growing). Usually, that is about 10% - 20% of the hair in the treatment area. Hair follicles in their active growing stage will die and fall out in 2 to 10 days. Depending on the treated body area, we will wait 6 to 8 weeks for your next treatment. This period allows a meaningful amount of the remaining hair to move into the active growing phase so that your next treatment removes the maximum amount of hair. Therefore, most clients will need 4 to 8 treatments to achieve maximum results.
What are common laser hair removal and treatment areas for women and men
We have been treating nearly all parts of the body since 2016 at GentleCare Laser Aesthetic. These include commonly referred areas such as Arms, Full legs, Beard, Chest, Lower legs, Cheeks, Neck, Buttocks, Nostrils, Back, Genitals, Ears, Shoulders, Thighs, Eyebrows, Abdomen, Feet, Forehead, Breast, Bikini line, Hairline, Lower Back, Half Arms, Underarms, and Hands
What is the pre-treatment preparation for laser hair removal?
- The treatment area needs to be shaved to skin level, although a day of hair growth may be necessary and helpful so that the area that requires treatment is easily recognizable.
- You must avoid waxing, plucking, threading or electrolyses of the hair for 2-4 weeks prior to treatment. The laser needs the hair at skin level in order to effectively destroy the hair follicle.
- Avoid the sun exposure for 2-4 weeks prior to treatment. The lighter skin allows more energy to be delivered to the target. Please consult with a GentleCare Laser Aesthetics provider or physician before such treatment.
- Be sure that the treatment area is fully washed off and has no makeup, medication etc.
- Be certain that you are not on medications such as Accutane, Retin-A, Gold Therapy etc, at present or within the past 6 months. These medications, and several others, can make your skin susceptible to damage from the laser. If in doubt, please ask us for a list of the aforementioned medications.
- Laser treatments for hair are not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Post-treatment care
- Avoid bathing or washing with very hot water, Use tepid water. Wash gently. Keep the area clean.
- Do not shave the treated area for at least 4 days after treatment.
- Avoid any irritating medications or chemicals. Examples of these are Retin-A, Benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid or astringents.
- Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 3 weeks after treatment. Protect the area with a sunscreen of higher than 30 SPF or else the skin may develop hyper-pigmentation/hypo-pigmentation marks.
- The treated area may become pink, red, inflamed, or even blistered within 30 minutes and in rare instances last several hours to several days. Regular application of ice, cooling gels, Hydrocortisone or Neosporin is important for relief.
- Do not wax, pluck, thread or use depilatories for the hair that grows back.
- After laser treatment, hair may continue to grow out as if it were never treated. Typically this will occur for about 2-3 weeks and then the treated hair will simply begin to fall out.
- Generally it is best to wait 4-6 weeks between treatments. There is no advantage to scheduling your visits closer together even if you do not see immediate results. The laser only targets hair in the growth phase.
Why laser hair removal?
Conventional hair removal, shaving, waxing or depilatories, have been time-consuming and have provided short term results. With the early laser technology, effective hair removal was possible but was expensive and painful. Now, with newer technology, affordable and comfort is possible. Treatments are safe, simple, and quick, with virtually no side effects and minimal discomfort. You may see significant hair reduction of up to 85% to 90% after four treatments.
Using the world's most advanced and powerful lasers, Quanta Aesthetics Italian lasers, GentleCare Laser Aesthetics provides safe, affordable, fast and efficient hair reduction in Orange County. FDA cleared for hair reduction, our lasers reduce ingrowns in all skin types.
Our lasers at GentleCare Laser
We offer an array of the latest, most effective and safest equipment, operated by our licensed practitioners specializing in laser hair removal and other cosmetic procedures.
At GentleCare Laser Aesthetics we feature the FDA approved Quanta Aesthetics Italian lasers. These devices provide optimal solutions for laser vein treatment (spider veins), laser genesis, sun-spots, freckles, age spots, Intense Pulse Light (IPL) applications and ingrown hairs. We are committed to offering our clients the most advanced, most effective, and safest technologies for laser hair removal and laser treatments.
The laser energy is transformed into heat with destroys the hair follicle leaving the surrounding skin unaffected.
The Quanta Aesthetics Italian lasers effectively treat all skin types, including TANNED SKIN and DARK or AFRICAN AMERICAN skin types, offering unmatched treatment capabilities in HAIR REMOVAL, LEG VEINS, WRINKLES and SKIN TIGHTENING.
Unwanted body hair is safely removed without damaging the delicate pores and structures of the skin. Facial and bikini areas are usually completed in ten to fifteen minutes; legs, backs and larger areas can take longer. The root of the hair is targeted so specifically that it not only eliminates very dark and coarse hair, but it is the most effective technology for the removal of fine hair and even hair with a light brown root.
Laser Hair pricing - Female
| Session(s) | 1 | 6 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS AREA
Lip OR chin |
75 | 405 | 660 | 765 |
| SMALL AREA
Lower Face (no neck) |
95 | 515 | 836 | 970 |
| MEDIUM AREA
Full Bikini (front only) |
115 | 650 | 1035 | 1240 |
| LARGE AREA
Upper Back |
200 | 1150 | 1800 | 2150 |
|
Upper legs |
250 | 1400 | 2250 | 2700 |
| XL AREA
Full Back |
300 | 1700 | 2700 | 3240 |
| FULL BODY | 650 | 3500 | 5720 | 6630 |
| UPPER BODY | 450 | 2430 | 3960 | 4590 |
| LOWER BODY | 450 | 2430 | 3960 | 4590 |
Laser Hair pricing - Male
| Session(s) | 1 | 6 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS AREA
Lip OR chin |
85 | 460 | 750 | 865 |
| SMALL AREA
Partial Face - lower or upper (no neck) |
100 | 570 | 900 | 1150 |
| MEDIUM AREA
Full Face |
150 | 850 | 1350 | 1620 |
| LARGE AREA
Chest |
225 | 1280 | 2023 | 2430 |
|
Upper Arms |
250 | 1425 | 2250 | 2700 |
| XL AREA
Full Back |
325 | 1850 | 2925 | 3510 |
| FULL BODY | 700 | 3780 | 6160 | 7140 |
| UPPER BODY | 500 | 2700 | 4400 | 5100 |
| LOWER BODY | 500 | 2700 | 4400 | 5100 |
Laser hair removal has many advantages over other hair removal methods, including efficiency, cost, and results. GentleCare Laser Aesthetics of Orange County offers, the best-in-class laser hair removal and medical aesthetics center provides all of these advantages and more.
FAQ’s*
What is the difference between laser hair removal treatments for men and women?
While it is the same technology, the settings would be different to allow for treatment of more coarse hair. Our Professionals have nearly 10 years of experience treating customers of both genders.
Does hair removal hurt?
Depending on the coarseness of hair, the treatment feels like snapping of rubber on the skin. The laser devices have cooling technology to make treatments more comfortable.
What areas can be treated with laser hair removal?
We can treat any part of the body except for eyebrows and eyelashes.
Can laser hair be performed while on menstrual cycle?
Due to hygienic reasons and safety to our staff and other clients, we prefer that you reschedule your appointment until after completion of your menstrual cycle. We appreciate your understanding.