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Laser Hair Removal
- For all skin and hair types
- For all hair types (blonde, white, grey)
Safe and effective treatments
The Solihull Medical Cosmetic Clinic uses the most advanced laser technology for long lasting hair removal, safely and effectively treating all ethnic origins and skin types including tanned and asian skin. The clinic can also treat all colours of hair from dark, grey, blonde and white hair - unlike inferior less powerful non-laser machines which can only treat dark hair. Dr Sagoo supervises all laser hair removal treatments. IPL (Intense Pulse Light) machine used in salons are much less powerful and have greater risk of side effects.
Treatments that really work
Laser energy is absorbed by the pigment in the hair while it is in its anagen, or active phase of growth. The laser light is converted into heat, causing thermal damage to the follicle without harming the surrounding tissue. Hair regrowth is impeded or slowed in the damaged follicle. Dark hair responds better than light hair.
Average treatment series
Only 30% or less of your hair may be in the active phase at any one time depending on the body area. Thus, a series of treatments will be required to achieve the long term improvement you desire. Treatments are spaced approximately 4 weeks apart, based on hair growth cycles. Our extensive experience tells us that you can expect to need approximately 6 treatments to each area for long lasting results. Sessions for an upper lip or small bikini area can take as little as 15 minutes, while larger areas on the back and legs may take up to 60 minutes.
How permanent is hair removal?
The average patient, in clinical studies sees a 48% reduction in hair growth after three treatments and up to an 80% lasting reduction after five treatments (results may vary). After you have completed a series of four to six treatments, any remaining hair will be finer and lighter in colour. Most patients require one or two touch up treatments per year.