Laser Hair Removal
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Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) systems use powerful light sources to offer a long-term solution to unwanted body hair removal. There are a wide variety of different laser/IPL machines used across the country which all work in different ways, however the principle is the same: delivering a strong ‘burst’ of light into the hair follicle to damage it and prevent future hair growth. Laser and IPL can be used to treat unwanted hair on most areas of the face and body in men and women. Some skin types such as very dark or tanned skin and hair types, such as red and grey hair, may not be suitable for this treatment. Treatment will cost anywhere between £50 and £500 per session, depending on the size of the area being treated. Clinics and salons offering this treatment must be registered with the Healthcare Commission and the person performing your treatment must be fully trained in using the particular system they are using.
Lumenis
Lumenis are trying to ‘rethink the business of hair removal’ and claim to have revolutionised the Gold Standard LightSheer with vacuum-assist technology and by dramatically increasing the spot size to 22 x 35 mm. The LightSheer can treat backs and legs comfortably in only 15 minutes without anaesthetics and gels. Their patented ChillTip provides continuous contact cooling of the epidermis for maximal patient safety and comfort.
Cutera
Cutera has a worldwide presence in over 40 countries. Their CoolGlide is the first laser cleared for permanent hair reduction in all skin types and is endorsed by physicians worldwide. ProWave’s multiple wavelength technology switches modes from Alexandrite to Diode to near Nd:YAG. With unrivaled versatility and speed, ProWave achieves maximum results, safety and repeatability.
Cooltouch
CoolTouch products are cleared by the Food and Drug Administration and have an ISO 13485 certified world-class quality system, is GMP qualified and all CoolTouch products bear the CE mark, a conformity distinction awarded by the European Commission. CoolTouch VARIA™
The CoolTouch VARIA 1064 laser system offers safe & easy solution for permanent hair removal and vascular lesions, spider veins and telangiectasias.
* Permanently reduces/removes unwanted hair within a series of treatments
* Treats spider veins & vascular lesions
* Quick office based procedure
Cynosure
Cynosure is a leading developer and manufacturer of a broad array of light-based aesthetic and medical treatment systems. Cynosure’s Elite Aesthetic Workstation is the most comprehensive laser hair removal system available today. Since it’s designed for all skin types, you can treat the broadest range of clients. In addition, the system is optimized for effective treatment of facial and leg veins, as well as benign epidermal pigmented lesions.
Focus Medical
Focus Medical has developed a line of aesthetic lasers and light based devices marketed under the NaturaLase and NaturaLight brands. Focus Medical specialises in lasers for hair removal, wrinkle reduction, vascular lesions, and other cosmetic treatments.
Iridex
Iridex Corp produces the Gemini®. With two distinct laser wavelengths in the same system, the Gemini® supports over 25 of today’s fastest growing cosmetic applications including acne, wrinkles, diffuse redness, age spots, and unwanted hair. In addition, using computer-assisted settings, an intuitive touch screen interface, and either of two handpieces users can set the Gemini® for the treatment of either large areas or small spots, dialing settings appropriate to each issue and patient.
Opusmed
Founded in 1997 OPUSMED launched in 2001 the F1 Diode Laser™ for hair removal, a cutting edge FDA and CE cleared device ideally balanced in terms of efficacy, safety and portability (33 lbs).
Palomar
In the 1990s, Palomar® pioneered permanent hair reduction after receiving the first FDA clearance for this procedure. Palomar offers the StarLux® Platform for laser hair removal. The manufacturers claim:
* Excellent aesthetic outcomes
* Long-term, lasting results
* Fast treatment sessions
* Advanced Contact Cooling technology to minimize discomfort
Radiancy
Radiancy revolutionised phototherapy with the introduction of Light & Heat Energy (LHE) technology. Their premier system, SpaTouch, offered a safer, more efficient photoepilation process. SpaTouch was closely followed by ClearTouch for acne treatments. SkinStation, the first true multi-platform device, was introduced to treat acne, psoriasis, hair removal and aging skin. User friendly and cost effective, these systems exceeded expectations and outsold much larger and more entrenched competitors. By 2002, Radiancy had captured 37% of the market share and became a global leader for medical and aesthetic light-base systems.
