Houston Laser Hair Removal

Laser Technology for Hair Removal

Since the mid-1960s, lasers have evolved and have proven to be reliable instruments for a wide range of procedures. The word "laser" is actually an acronym for "light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation", which means that the intense and narrow beam of light is of one wavelength. Ordinary "white" sunlight, in contrast, is a continuum of light of many wavelengths, corresponding to the colors of the spectrum plus the infrared (heat) and ultraviolet wavelengths that sandwich them and target specific problem areas based on the wavelength used. Today's lasers out perform those manufactured just a few years ago, yielding long-lasting results and reducing the treatment time by as much as 67%. The FDA has approved most lasers for such services including hair removal, vascular lesions, spider vein, facial telangiectasia, reticular leg veins and non-ablative facial rejuvenation by stimulating collagen production, diminishing fine lines, reducing pore size, sun-damaged skin and overall improvements of the skin texture.

The market for aesthetic procedures and treatments continues to expand, with laser services becoming one of the largest and fastest growing segments. Cynosure, a leader in laser technology, has met the needs of this industry's demands by developing numerous laser applications.

The Apogee Elite is the best laser in the market for hair removal and is used at our clinic.

Laser Hair Removal in Houston, Texas

Laser hair removal is the non-invasive treatment for removing unwanted facial and body hair. Human hairs are made up of three distinct parts: the root or bulb at the base of the hair follicle, the shaft and the hair. The root and shaft are embedded hair; therefore, it is necessary to destroy the hair follicle and its germinating center, the root, for long-term results. Lasers treat the hairs that are in their active, or Anagen phase. The number of active follicles and their cycle time vary with each area of the body. Follicles in a resting, or Telogen phase, may be damaged, but additional treatments are required to effectively treat the hairs that were dormant as they become active and begin to grow. The number of sessions will vary with each patient and body area. Its important to realize the multiple treatments are certainly required for long-term results.

The laser targets the pigment within the hair follicle (melanin), disabling the follicle without damaging the surrounding skin. Laser hair removal is performed as an in-office procedure without the need for anesthesia and with immediate return to normal activities. Most people experience only a slight stinging sensation as the laser pulses are applied. Within several minutes of the procedure, the treated area will become slightly red. This reaction subsides within a few hours, returning the treatment area to normal.

For women, the lip and chin are the most common areas treated followed by the bikini line, legs and axilla (armpits). Because the laser treats many hairs at a time, facial areas (chin, lip, cheeks, etc.) can be treated in 10-15 minutes typically. Small body areas (underarms, bikini line, etc.) take less than a half hour on average.

For men, the back, shoulder and upper arms are the most popular treatment areas. Larger body areas (full back, legs etc) usually require 30 minutes or more, depending upon the size of the area. The lasers are effective in treating conditions such as pseudofollicultis bulbi.

Cynosure has developed both 755 nm and 1064 nm wavelength lasers for treating all the previously mentioned conditions. One of their most popular lasers is the Apogee Elite, which combines both the 755 and 1064 wavelength to effectively treat all skin types.

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