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Treatment Length
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Downtime
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Our advanced laser hair reduction technology makes the hair removal process simple, safe, and comfortable. At Derm Aesthetics of NK, we can help you find permanent relief from hair growth on many areas of the body with this versatile treatment.
Legs
Arms
Underarms
Face
Back
Bikini Line
The laser hair reduction journey begins with a private, personal consultation with one of our expert providers. During your consultation, we will get to know you and discuss the benefits of laser hair removal. We also learn more about your hair type, skin tone, and hair reduction goals. If you are a candidate, we can develop a custom treatment plan and schedule your first session.
We begin treatment by cleansing the treatment area and adjusting the laser’s settings to your needs. Then, your technician passes the handheld laser device over the targeted area. Once we’ve finished, we will apply an ice pack to maximize your comfort. After laser hair removal in Florence, you can return to your normal activities right away.
You may experience some redness and warmth after treatment, but this usually resolves on its own. Over the next several weeks, your hair begins to shed. Typically, it takes about 2 to 3 weeks after your first session to notice a difference in hair growth. Full results usually occur after 8 to 12 treatments, when hair stops growing back completely and skin remains smooth long term.
During a treatment session at Derm Aesthetics for laser hair removal in Florence, bright flashes of light are emitted onto the area where unwanted hair grows. The light penetrates through the skin and targets the melanin in hair follicles.
As the pigment absorbs the light energy, it safely destroys the hair until it stops growing altogether. Over a series of treatments, your hair becomes finer, lighter, and grows back slower. Multiple hairs can be treated simultaneously, leaving you with smooth, soft skin.
During a treatment session at Derm Aesthetics for laser hair removal in Florence, bright flashes of light are emitted onto the area where unwanted hair grows. The light penetrates through the skin and targets the melanin in hair follicles.
As the pigment absorbs the light energy, it safely destroys the hair until it stops growing altogether. Over a series of treatments, your hair becomes finer, lighter, and grows back slower. Multiple hairs can be treated simultaneously, leaving you with smooth, soft skin.
At Dermatology Aesthetics of Northern Kentucky, we use Forever Bare BBL treatment to reduce unwanted hair. This revolutionary hair removal procedure works by building up heat in the follicle using multiple low-fluence pulses instead of one painful high-energy blast. It also doesn’t damage the surrounding skin, for a treatment that’s gentle and has minimal downtime.
Because hair grows in cycles, we perform laser hair removal in Florence in a series of treatments. During each session, the device targets hairs in their active growth phase, reducing the hair in density and thickness. With each visit, hair becomes finer, lighter, and slower to return until regrowth remains minimal.
Treatment is also relatively comfortable, similar to a hot stone massage. The result is hair removal that’s more comfortable, safer, and faster than other traditional treatments.
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Treatment times for laser hair removal in Florence differ depending on the size of the treatment area. Average expectations include:
During your personal consultation, your provider can give you an estimate for how long each appointment will take, so you can plan your schedule accordingly.
Since hair grows in different stages, patients need multiple sessions to target all the hair. We see the most success with a series of 8 to 12 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
This allows the laser to target all the hair at the correct phase of the growth cycle.
However, some treatment areas may require additional sessions. Your hair density, hormonal factors, and individual response can all affect the number of sessions we recommend.
We may also recommend occasional maintenance treatment sessions to keep your results, since hair can grow back due to shifts in hormones.
To give your hair time to grow and enter the correct phase of the hair growth cycle, we space out your laser hair removal sessions about 4 to 6 weeks apart.
During your personal consultation for laser hair removal in Florence, we examine your hair texture and treatment area and develop a schedule that works for you and your goals.
Laser hair removal offers long-term hair reduction. Most patients experience hair-reduced skin for months and even years after the initial treatment sessions.
However, hair can regrow later due to changes in hormones or new hair follicle development. While some hair may return, it is usually much easier to manage, returning lighter and finer than the previous hair.
Occasional maintenance treatments can reduce regrowth, helping you enjoy smooth results for the long haul.
Men and women of skin types 1 through 4 can benefit from laser hair removal treatments. It is not recommended for skin types 5 and 6.
Women often seek treatment to remove hair from their underarms, bikini lines, and legs, while men most often desire hair removal from their backs and necks. We’re also able to use laser hair reduction on small areas on the face.
We recommend laser hair removal if you:
During a consultation with one of our providers, we help determine if laser hair removal fits your needs, lifestyle, and goals.
Most men and women can enjoy laser hair removal in Florence. However, some skin conditions and medical factors may require us to postpone your treatment.
You may not be a good candidate for laser hair removal if you:
If you’re not sure whether laser hair removal is right for you, book a consultation with us. We can review your medical history and evaluate your treatment area to determine if this treatment fits your needs. Then, we can make a personalized treatment plan that takes into account your lifestyle and goals.
Most patients don’t consider laser hair removal painful, but the treatment area will likely feel tender and appear red (like a mild sunburn) for 24 to 48 hours after your session.
Once we’re done with treatment for laser hair removal in Florence, we’ll apply ice packs to maximize your comfort. Most patients resume daily activities right after their session, but you may want to avoid prolonged sun exposure for a few weeks following treatment.
In preparation for laser hair removal treatment, we recommend you limit plucking or waxing for about 4 weeks before your appointment. That’s because the laser targets pigment in the roots of the hair. If you remove the roots, treatment loses effectiveness, so you see less meaningful reduction. Continue to refrain from plucking and waxing during the treatment series.
You’ll also want to avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks prior to your treatment. The effects the sun’s rays have on the skin may interfere with the laser’s effectiveness and can exacerbate any potential side effects.
After treatment with laser hair removal in Florence, you can resume normal activities.
However, you may experience some redness and warmth, which feels like a slight sunburn. While the skin is sensitive, make sure to wear sunscreen and hydrate with moisturizer.
Over the next few weeks, you may notice hairs shedding, which signals that the treatment is working.
Side effects of laser hair removal can include:
These symptoms usually remain mild and subside on their own. Severe side effects are rare when trained professionals perform the treatment.
Yes, you can shave between laser hair reduction sessions. In fact, we encourage it.
Do not wax, pluck, thread, or use depilatory creams between sessions, as this removes the hair follicle, which the laser technology needs to target.
Results from laser hair removal in Florence begin to appear after 1 to 2 sessions. Most patients notice smoother skin and slower hair growth around that time.
Significant results and lasting smoothness develop more gradually throughout the treatment series. At your personal consultation, we can give you an estimated timeline to help you know what to expect and when.
We do not perform laser hair removal directly over tattoos, since the pigment in the tattoo ink can absorb the laser energy, causing irritation or fading your tattoo.
However, the handheld device can safely work around tattooed areas.
We also typically avoid moles, or we monitor the area carefully during treatment to protect the skin.
Yes, you can get laser hair removal during the summer. Remember to keep your skin out of the sun, wear sunscreen, and avoid tanning. This protects the treatment area from irritation or pigmentation changes from the laser.
Missing a session of laser hair removal in Florence doesn’t undo your progress, though it may slow down your results. Since your hair grows in cycles, and we match our treatment timeline to align with those cycles, staying on schedule helps the laser target all the hair at the correct time.
If you need to reschedule, reach out to us, and your provider can adjust your treatment plan accordingly.
