Laser Hair Removal
Hair Removal on Dark Skin
Dark skin in particular, and especially dark skin with light hair, is typically more difficult to treat with laser hair removal than fair skin with dark hair. Before the creation of today's advanced hair removal lasers, patients with dark skin could not enjoy the same great results with laser hair removal treatments without putting healthy skin at risk.
Hair removal with laser technology works because the skin cells absorb the light energy, damaging the hair follicles. Very dark skin has a tendency to absorb too much laser light, increasing the risks of side effects like burning, discoloration, or blistering. This increased risk was simply not worth it for many men and women, so they would often revert to the significantly less effective methods of hair removal creams, wax and other over-the-counter treatments that can be painful and time-consuming.
Even today, not all lasers offered at aesthetic practices have the technology to treat dark skin safely and effectively. At Advanced Eye & Laser Center of California, Inc., we use multiple state-of-the-art lasers in order to treat a wide range of skin tones and hair colors, including the incredible the GentleLase and the GentleYAG Laser.
The GentleLase Laser provides permanent hair reduction for most lighter skin types. The advanced technology, which is superior to other lasers in providing permanent results. It is a flexible laser so it can even treat smaller area such as the nose and ears. It has a cooling system allows for greater patient safety and comfort.
The GentleYag™ Laser is especially effective in treating patients with darker pigmentation or suntanned skin. It offers comparatively fast treatment and a patented cooling system for ultimate comfort during the procedure.
Both the GentleYAG and GentleLase lasers are noninvasive and involve virtually no downtime. If your skin tone falls on the darker side of the spectrum, you may need several laser sessions to see the results you desire.
Dr. Huynh and his San Diego laser hair removal team can treat any body area with excess hair growth, including the back, face, arms and legs, upper lip, and bikini line.
Remember that not all lasers are alike, and just because a laser is FDA-approved does not mean it is effective for all skin colors. Ensure you get great hair removal results by choosing an aesthetic center with advanced laser technology.
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Learn more about laser hair removal on dark skin and the benefits of hair growth minimization. If you are in San Diego, La Jolla, Mira Mesa, and Scripps Ranch, call or email Dr. Huynh and his team to schedule your free hair removal consultation.
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