Hair Reduction Treatments

Hair removal has gone from razors and creams to lasers and light technology. At our office, Dr. Mosher has selected proven technology to achieve permanent hair reduction in patients of most skin and hair colors. While no single technology available today is capable of optimal hair removal for all patients, all technologies have improved and have made permanent hair reduction safer and more affordable. The skills of the technician performing the treatments strongly influence the results. A more skilled technician can also greatly lower your risk of complications from these treatments.

Patients who have lighter skin with darker hair can expect the best results with most laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) systems available today. Systems available in clinics with a medical doctor’s supervision are more effective than salon-based systems. For ideal candidates, our office uses the Aurora HR™ system which is a unique hair removal treatment that combines intense pulsed light with radiofrequency energy.

This modality compares favorably to other systems for ideal candidates who have light skin and dark hair. More importantly, this system can be used for more difficult cases when there is less contrast between the skin and hair color. The Aurora HR™ is also the only system available today with clinically-proven success treating light-colored hair, including red, grey and white hair. Our trained technicians will discuss these options with you and customize a treatment program to create optimal hair reduction in the safest and most comfortable manner.

WHO IS A CANDIDATE?

• Healthy patients with hair that is a darker color than the underlying skin. Some patients with grey, red or white hair.
• The Aurora HR™ system may be appropriate for patients who have achieved some improvements with other laser hair removal systems but are looking for further results or a more comfortable treatment.
• Patients must be willing to have a series of treatments (usually four to eight) every two to three months for best results.
• Patients must be willing to avoid tanning of the treated areas and protect the skin from sun damage.

INTENDED RESULTS

Patients can generally expect after an appropriate series of treatments:

• 75% permanent reduction for those with lighter skin and darker hair.
• 50% permanent reduction for those with lighter hair or darker skin.
• Nearly all hairs in the treated area will become finer and lighter.

After an average of five treatments, patients will experience less hair coming back. Hair will grow more slowly and get progressively finer and lighter in color with each treatment. Red, white or grey hair may require more treatments.

PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION

After your initial assessment, the hair in the area to be treated is closely trimmed and the skin is covered with a cool and clear gel. The systems use different pulses of energy with each pulse lasting less than half a second. Treating small areas like the face, underarm, bikini area or lower abdomen take just a few minutes. Larger areas like the arms, back or legs can take 30 to 60 minutes. There is a mild discomfort followed by a brief redness in the treated area. A soothing cream with sunscreen is usually applied prior to you resuming your normal activities.

RECUPERATION AND HEALING

There is very minimal risk and discomfort associated with hair removal treatments. These risks will be discussed with you prior to any treatments. Many patients find the Aurora HR™ treatments to be more comfortable than other systems. Hair that is actively growing will be totally or partially disabled and will be shed during the weeks after each treatment. As the natural growth cycle of hair continues, dormant hair will become active and then disabled during subsequent treatments.

OTHER OPTIONS

• Shaving, plucking, waxing, threading, and depilatory creams can only treat the hair shaft that is visible. None of these techniques are able to affect the ability of new hair to grow and, therefore, they do not compare well with laser and Aurora HR™ hair removal treatments.
• Electrolysis can achieve permanent reduction of hair growth but is impractical for anything but a very small area.

 

Ask our very knowledgeable staff about Laser Hair Removal or any of our other skin rejuvenation services. Speak to our staff directly or call 604-888-9397 (toll free 1-800-527-7697) to arrange your consultation.

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