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Laser Hair Removal
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“Laser Hair Removal” is a collective term for the utilization of light-based technologies such as laser and intense pulsed light for the purpose of permanent hair reduction.

Allure Laser Hair Removal
Dr. Lloyd has been performing Laser Hair Removal at Allure Cosmetic Medical Center since 2004, and we have many happy and satisfied hair removal clients! Since we began in 2004, several franchise hair removal clinics, and other laser centers have opened, with “technicians” often performing their laser hair removal treatments.

However, at Allure Cosmetic Medical Center, all laser hair removal treatments are performed by our laser physician, to ensure our clients receive high quality, expert laser care, for optimum results. We have no high pressure sales tactics and clients have the choice of paying for individual treatments or for a 6 treatment package upfront at a discounted rate.

Laser Hair Removal Consultation
During your laser hair removal consultation, our laser physician will review your medical history and examine the area of hair you want treated. Based on your medical history and exam, our physician will discuss with you the expected laser hair removal treatment process and outcome. If you chose to have a laser hair removal treatment on the day of your consultation, the consult fee will be credited towards your treatment.

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
Hair removal lasers selectively deliver laser light to dark hairs. The laser light causes the dark hairs to become heated; this heat travels down the hair shaft into the hair follicle and disrupts the hair follicle, preventing future hair growth.

Since gray/white, blond, and red hairs have little or no dark melanin pigment; laser hair removal is not considered effective in treating these hair colors.

Laser Hair Removal Results
Laser hair removal results depend upon many factors including: Area of the body treated, hair color, hair thickness, hair quantity, skin color, pain tolerance, laser type, and provider expertise. Laser hair removal works best in the bikini area, legs, and underarms; as compared to the face, back, and scalp.

Laser hair removal also works best on fair skinned individuals with dark coarse hair. However, individuals with darker skin, or brown hairs, or thinner hairs can also benefit. Typically, a series of 6 to 8 laser hair removal treatments will remove 80% or more hairs in a treatment area on a fair skinned client with dark thick hairs. The more pigment in the skin, the more the laser light will be absorbed by the skin as opposed to the hairs. Consequently, the darker the skin, the more the laser light intensity must be decreased in order to protect the skin. Less laser power delivered usually results in a relatively lower percentage of hair removal results per treatment.

However, delivering more treatments usually will deliver improved overall results. The hair that re-grows tends to be lighter and finer in texture. Allure Cosmetic Medical Center has several state-of-the art lasers for hair removal that are safe and effective for all skin types including fair, tanned, and dark skin. Our experienced laser physician customizes laser hair removal treatments based on our clients’ needs to achieve optimum results for each client.

Number of Hair Removal Treatments
Hair grows in several phases (anagen, telogen, and catagen phases); and laser hair removal treatments are only effective on hairs that are actively growing (in the anagen phase). Since all hairs are not actively growing at any one time, multiple laser treatments are needed in order to treat all the hairs when they are actively growing.

Usually 6-8 treatments, but as many as 12 or more, depending on the type of hair and skin color have been shown to provide years of hair reduction. Treatments are usually spaced 4–8 weeks apart, depending on the area.

Laser Hair Removal Treatment Areas
Both men and women seek laser hair removal services to have unwanted hair removed. Laser hair removal is commonly done on: lip, chin, underarm, bikini line, ear lobe, shoulders, back, abdomen, buttocks, pubic area, face, neck, chest, cleavage, legs, toes, arms and hands.

Other Uses of Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal treatments are also effective treatment for pseudofolliculitis barbae, commonly called “ingrown hairs” or "razor bumps". Often, the bumps are significantly reduced or cleared within 1-3 treatments.

PreTreatment Instructions for Laser Hair Removal
Before treatment, patients are advised to avoid tanning and sunless tanners. Broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreens with SPF 30 or higher should be used. No plucking, waxing, or electrolysis should be done; and depilatory creams should be avoided.

The site to be treated may be shaved one to two days prior to laser treatment. A prophylactic (protective) oral antiviral medication may be started the day prior to treatment to suppress the possibility of developing a herpes simplex flare-up in the treatment area in susceptible patients.

During & After Laser Hair Removal Treatment
Before treatment, the area should be cleansed free of any skincare products including creams, sunscreen, and make-up. During the treatment, laser goggles are worn to prevent laser light from penetrating into the eyes. The laser pulses feel like the snapping of a rubber band against the skin. Our physician takes extra steps to ensure patients are being safely treated and pain is minimized.

Ideally, the immediate response to the laser treatment is vaporization of the hair shaft. Slight swelling and redness around the hair follicles appear within a few minutes. Patients are instructed to avoid sun-exposure and to use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with SPF 30 after the laser treatments. Cosmetics may be applied to the treated skin after laser hair removal.

Possible Side Effects of Laser Hair Removal
Common side effects seen after laser hair removal treatments include temporary discomfort, redness, and swelling in the treatment area; loss of freckles or lightening of moles in the treatment area; and temporary skin lightening or darkening in the treatment area in some tanned or darker skin types.  Other possible side effects of laser hair removal rarely or never experienced by our patients are:  blistering, herpes simplex flare-ups, bacterial infections, darkening or lightening of tattoos, and permanent skin pigment change or scarring.

Laser Hair Removal in Florida
Prior to having laser hair removal, thoroughly check the credentials of the physician or technician performing the procedure. As with any cosmetic procedure, ask your potential laser hair removal provider questions regarding their experience and training.

Be aware, the Florida Board of Medicine considers performing laser hair removal the practice of medicine and thus should be performed by a licensed physician; or a licensed physician assistant, or licensed nurse practitioner, or licensed electrologist certified in laser hair removal, under a physician’s supervision.

Hair Removal	Single Treatment
Upper Lip w/small chin	$70.00 $120.00
Chin - Small Area	$80.00
Chin - Medium Area	$150.00
Chin - Large Area	$200.00
Face	$270.00
Face & Neck	$350.00
Underarms	$150.00
Bikini	$300.00
Brazilian	$450.00
Full Legs	$600.00
Lower Legs	$450.00

Allure Hair Removal Packages
Buy 5 treatments and get the 6th treatment FREE!