Dr. Pearsall uses the latest generation lasers known as "SmartEpil" and "Apogee" along with "ProLite" IPL- approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - for its effectiveness in permanent hair removal.  We have multiple lasers to remove hair for all skin types.

In what areas can hair be removed by laser? Except for the eyelashes, hair can be removed safely from all parts of the body.

Is it painful?

An anesthetic cream is applied to render the treatment painless or very tolerable for the majority of patients. Not all lasers need anesthetic creams.

How many treatments are necessary?

The response to treatment is excellent in 80% of the cases. Further, in 80% of the cases, depending on the individual and the area treated, from 3 to 6 sessions are needed at four week intervals. Facial hair is often the most resistant as it is stimulated by hormones, therefore, up to 10 sessions may be needed for facial hair.  Menu under the age of 30 usually require up to 10 session as their hair is still under a stronger hormonal influence until 30 years old when hormones start to level out.

Is it permanent?

According to current scientific data, it is impossible to guarantee permanent hair removal with any known laser treatment. In fact, there are pluripotential skin cells that produce hair when stimulated. For example, as a result of hormonal changes, an increase in facial hair growth has been seen in perimenopausal women.

In men, hair begins to appear in and on the ears around age thirty and upper body hair increases with age. Certain areas are hormone dependent (facial hair and beard) and some medications can cause their growth. Moreover, some people have hormone imbalances or a heightened sensitivity to hormonal stimulation. This is why it is important to meet with the doctor before considering this type of hair removal. Dr. Pearsall, medical aesthetician will examine and evaluate your skin. If a hormonal problem is discovered, she will recommend the proper course of action for appropriate treatment during laser hair removal.

Are there alternatives?

For those who have blonde or gray hair that does not respond to laser well, we offer Alexandria Body Sugaring which is similar to waxing, however the sugar is a little warmer than room temperature and will not adhere to live skin cells, so there is no risk of burning or excoriation of the skin.  Most patients say it's more gentle than waxing.

Sugaring is helpful right after laser treatment by removing any lingering hairs to get an instant smooth appearance that lasts.