Laser Hair Removal Q & A

How does laser hair removal work?

At Stirling Skin Care Clinic we use the cutting edge ClarityII™ laser system for laser hair removal treatments.

This device uses laser light energy to penetrate your skin into your hair follicle. The energy increases the temperature of your hair follicle, halting its ability to grow hair. In cases where hair growth is not eradicated, the growth is slowed, resulting in thinner, lighter hair.

Your skin care specialist can perform laser hair removal in multiple areas of your body, including on your:

• Face
• Chest
• Underarms
• Back
• Legs
• Bikini area

To effectively slow your hair growth, you need multiple laser hair removal treatments. The ClarityII™ laser can only address hair follicles that are in their active growth stage, one of three stages hair follicles cycle through.

Because it can take 6-12 months for all your hair follicles to complete a full cycle, you need multiple laser hair treatments to eliminate your hair growth.

Depending on your hair we often recommend between 6-10 treatments for your initial treatment plan. Schedule these sessions 4-12 weeks apart for optimal results.

To get the best results from your laser hair removal we ask that you:

• Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds
• Stop waxing and plucking six weeks before your appointment
• Shave the day of your treatment

In many cases we can permanently remove hair, but it’s not a guarantee. By completing your entire treatment plan, your hair growth slows significantly, and hair growth might even stop completely. If not, the hair grows at a prolonged rate, creating thin, light hair.

To get the best results we recommend periodic laser hair removal treatments. Depending on your specific case, we suggest scheduling every 6-12 months.

We believe in performing high quality professional services by devoting time and attention to detail rather than a quick-fix, in-and-out mode of waxing. With our specialized style of waxing and premium customer service, you can expect superior results with minimal pain.