Laser Hair Removal

Stop Shaving Forever with Laser Hair Removal Alexandria, VA

Ready to stop shaving, waxing and tweezing forever? Meet our experienced technicians that offer affordable, effective laser hair removal in Alexandria, VA for both women and men.

Lasers provide some of the best permanent hair removal results possible, without causing pain. If you’re ready to bare skin without the inconvenience of regular, painful and expensive hair removal that is only short-lived, then don’t wait any longer to make this investment in yourself.

Keep reading to learn more about our process and find answers to many of the laser hair removal FAQs that have been crossing your mind.

Interested in a free consultation for Laser Hair Removal in Alexandria, VA? Call 703-683-5736, to schedule your consult or to learn more about this service.

Our Candela Laser Hair Removal Systems

Our lasers by Candela provide better results than intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal systems.

The GentleLASE Alexandrite laser is the premier tool for removing hair quickly, comfortably, and effectively. The GentleLASE features dynamic cooling to maximize our patients’ comfort. This state of the art equipment is the “gold standard” for lighter skin tones.

The GentleYAG is one of the fastest and most powerful lasers on the market. It is excellent for laser hair removal for dark skin tones, offering unmatched treatment capabilities in permanent hair removal. The GentleYAG features Candela’s patented cryogen cooling system, which ensures that patients will remain comfortable throughout the procedure.

Both lasers work on hairs with dark pigment and are successful in reducing shaving bumps, ingrown hairs and skin pigmentation.

Important Information About Laser Hair Removal

When considering laser hair removal, please be sure to remember the following:

1. The laser is effective on dark hair only. If you want to get rid of gray, red, peach fuzz, or blonde hair, laser hair removal will not be effective. To effectively remove these types of hair, please consider waxing or electrolysis.

2. Actively tanning during laser hair removal treatments significantly increases adverse side effects, such as pigmentation. We do not treat tan skin, including skin with a fake tan.

3. Unless directed otherwise, always shave the day of your appointment.

4. Periodic maintenance is required in order to maintain results. On average, two visits per year are needed to keep your skin smooth and hair-free.

5. Results vary between individuals. Some clients and some areas respond better than others. On average, a 70-80% reduction in hair can be expected after just 5 treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal

Q. How does laser hair removal work?

The laser creates a beam of high-intensity light that penetrates deep into skin tissue, where it delivers a controlled amount of targeted therapeutic heat. This heat damages the hair follicle, which hinders growth.

Candela’s patented cooling technology protects the upper layers of your skin with a cool burst of cryogen. Together, the long-pulse laser and cooling offer optimal treatment with minimal side effects.

Q. Is laser hair removal permanent?

This treatment does provide a long term solution to getting rid of unwanted hair. Hair growth is often reduced by up to 80%, and there is minimal maintenance required.

Q. What can I expect during treatment?

You will be given safety glasses to protect your eyes from the laser light. The practitioner will guide the laser to the treatment areas with a small hand piece. Each laser pulse may be preceded by a short pulse of cooling spray. A treatment could take as little as a few minutes to as long as an hour, depending on the area and condition being treated.

Q. Does laser hair removal hurt?

Some patients may feel a slight discomfort with each laser pulse, often described as the snapping of a rubber band on the skin. This discomfort resolves in several seconds and is minimized by Candela’s cooling technology. For some patients, a topical anesthetic may be used prior to treatment. Be sure to discuss this with our staff.

Q. Does it work for men?

Laser hair removal is one of the best permanent hair removal options for men. In just a few sessions, hair growth is significantly reduced, and the process is nearly pain-free.

Q. How many treatments for laser hair removal will I need?

The number of sessions required will depend on your treatment plan and the condition of your skin. For the best hair removal, multiple treatments are needed, as the process is most effective when the hair follicle is in its active growth phase.

Many factors impact the effectiveness of individual laser treatments, including the size of the area being treated and the amount of hair. In our experience, with most patients it takes only five treatments to reduce unwanted body hair by about 80%!

Q. How should I prepare for treatment?

Patients scheduled for hair removal should avoid plucking, electrolysis, or hair waxing for six weeks prior to treatment.

Any hair should be completely removed by shaving, and your skin should be thoroughly cleaned and dry. You should remove any makeup, creams, oils, topical anesthetics or skin tanning products before laser treatment. The intended treatment area should not be exposed to sunlight or tanning booth light for 14 days prior to treatment.

Q. What can I expect after treatment?

A cool compress or gel pack may be applied for comfort following your treatment. You might experience slight redness or swelling in the treated areas. This should resolve within a few hours.

Q. What precautions should I take after treatment?

After your laser treatment, prevent sun exposure by applying sunblock with an SPF of 30 or above. In the first few days after treatment, don’t scrub or rinse the treated areas with abrasive skin cleansers.

Our staff might advise additional precautions based on your treatment plan and skin type.

Q. Does laser hair removal have side effects?

Your risks are minimal. Side effects may include redness, swelling, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, blistering, and purpura (a laser bruise) in the treated area. These usually do not last more than a few days. Permanent side effects are rare. Be sure to discuss potential side effects with our staff.

Q. Does insurance cover laser hair removal?

Most insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for cosmetic procedures. Consult your insurance carrier for conclusive information.

Q. How much does laser hair removal cost?

The cost of your treatment will depend on the size of the area treated and the number of sessions required to see your desired results. See the charts below for a list of our prices.

For additional information, please see the Candela web site , which has an extensive patient section.

  * For larger clients there may be an additional surcharge.

Things to remember:

1. Laser hair removal is effective on dark hair only. Blond, gray, red, and peach fuzz hair will not be removed by the laser.
2. Actively tanning during laser hair removal treatments significantly increases adverse side effects, such as pigmentation, etc. We do not treat tan skin (including fake tans).
3. Unless directed otherwise, ALWAYS shave the day of your appointment.
4. Results are individual. Some clients and some areas respond better than others. On average, a 70%–80% reduction in hair can be expected after 5–8 treatments.
5. Facial Hair Removal Clients: The removal of facial hair is a long and tedious process. Many treatments are required and electrolysis is almost always needed to finish the hair removal process.

  * For larger clients there may be an additional surcharge.

Things to remember:

1. Laser hair removal is effective on dark hair only. Blond, gray, red, and peach fuzz hair will not be removed by the laser.
2. Actively tanning during laser hair removal treatments significantly increases adverse side effects, such as pigmentation, etc. We do not treat tan skin (including fake tans).
3. Unless directed otherwise, ALWAYS shave the day of your appointment.
4. Results are individual. Some clients and some areas respond better than others. On average, a 70%–80% reduction in hair can be expected after 5–8 treatments.
5. Back and Chest Clients: These areas often require 7–9 treatments to achieve desired results.
6. Beard Removal Clients: The removal of facial hair is a long and tedious process. Many treatments are required and electrolysis is almost always needed to finish the hair removal process.

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