Pain-Free Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal is a permanent method of hair removal which can safely remove dark, pigmented hair up to 90%. FIrstly, the laser device emits a beam of light (laser) that is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. Secondly, the light is converted into heat, which in turns damages the hair follicle and inhibits hair growth. This results in permanent hair removal up to 90%. Above all, laser hair removal replaces regular waxing appointments and endless days of shaving various areas.

The straight answer is no. Firstly, laser Hair Removal works by targeting the pigment of the hair, therefor, the darker (and courser) the hair, the more effective your sessions. As a result, hair with no or light pigment including blonde, red or grey hair and even light brown hair will not have successful results with laser hair removal. On the other hand, several medical conditions are contraindicated to laser hair removal, which includes some auto-immune diseases, diabetes, heart disease and many more. Schedule a free consultation and test patch, if you are unsure that laser is for you.

At No Filter Laser & Aesthetics, we recommend 6 to 12 sessions but please note that each client’s results may differ. Some clients might need more sessions, while others might just need the minimum of 6 sessions. You may also require maintenance sessions after you have completed your course of treatments.

The reason for this, is that our hair growth cycle is complex and consists of 3 different stages, anagen, catagen and telogen phase. Laser effectively removes hair in Anagen phase, which is our active hair growth phase. While in Catagen or Telogen phase, there is no active blood supply or oxygen feeding the hair as it detaches, and falls out.

Multiple sessions ensures we can target all hair in their Anagen or active growth phase.

4 to 8 weeks apart, depending on the area. Once you have completed a session of laser hair removal, it will take around 10 to 20 days for the hair to naturally fall out. We await regrowth of hair not targeted, or in Anagen Phase at the time which will be 4 to 8 weeks from your last session. As sessions progress, regrowth slows down and become less. If you do not see any regrowth, rather postpone your session.

Absolutely not! Unlike traditional “pick and place” methods, our technology provides for a pain-free laser hair removal treatment. We continuously move the laser over the skin to gradually build up heat, unlike a burst of energy into the area, per “pick and place” methods which causes a similar effect of a rubber band snapping on the skin. We also ensure the surface of the skin stays cool with our cooling tip technology. You should always communicate with your therapist throughout the treatment, it should be comfortable and not painful.

Firstly, your therapist will conduct a full consultation with you to ensure you understand the treatment procedure. Please make sure to always disclose your medical history and other information which might influence your laser hair removal sessions.

Prior to your actual session, we clean, map out and apply ultrasound gel to the treated plus your therapist will hand you a pair of safety glasses / goggles worn throughout your laser session.

During your session, you will feel a warm prickling sensation and in areas of dense hair growth, the prickling sensation may be more noticeable. It importantly, is a small level of discomfort without pain.

Please note that post treatment, your therapist will apply a soothing lotion followed by several important home care recommendations.

You can expect a pain-free, comfortable and relaxing treatment – some clients even sleep during their session.

Evidently laser has come a long way and is deemed safe and suitable for all skin types. Some clients might experience a very mild sunburnt feeling and/or perifollicular oedema presenting as swelling and redness in and around the hair follicle comparable to after a wax. But not to worry, these should subside within a few days.

It is important that you observe the guidelines and post care recommendations, especially related to sun exposure, as this may lead to long-lasting hypo/hyperpigmentation.