What is laser hair removal?
Our laser hair removal is a treatment where we utilize a scientifically-designed laser to target and heat the hair follicles in your skin, rendering them unable to produce hair. Laser hair removal can be done anywhere on your body for results that last. Laser hair removal can remove:
- Underarm hair
- Upper lip hair
- Neck and beard hair
- Back hair
- Arm hair
- Hair in the bikini area
- Facial hair
- The hair on your fingers and toes
What should I expect with laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal begins with an assessment of your skin type and hair color to determine which type of laser will be most effective. When laser hair removal first became available, it was only suitable for those with fair skin and dark hair, as the laser would target dark pigment. With today’s advances in science, painless laser hair removal in Charlotte, NC in available for virtually any skin type and hair color.
The procedure will then begin with an application of cooling gel, followed by the laser application itself. The procedure can take up to an hour, depending on the number of areas to be treated, and you may experience a slight stinging or burning sensation during treatment. Once completed, you can return to your usual activities, with no downtime or recovery.
Your results
You will start to see hair shed over the following days and a noticeable reduction in the amount of hair on the treated area. The full removal of hair from an area requires a minimum of three treatments because your hair grows in phases, and only hairs in the growth phase are affected.
Once an area is fully treated, you can expect hair-free, clean, and smooth skin for years into the future. If further hair develops over time, additional treatments can be performed to maintain hair-free skin.
Am I a candidate?
If you want to be free of unwanted hair, you are a likely candidate for our advanced laser hair removal treatment. Those with dark hair and light skin can expect faster and better results, though the procedure is available to almost anyone.
MotusAY Laser Treatment Before & After
With the Motus AY, we can deliver our patients the best in cutting-edge laser treatments. At left, an upper lip has been quickly treated and is no has visible hair. At right, a patient’s underarm has been cleared of unwanted hair.
Laser Facial FAQ
What does the Motus AY treat?
The Motus is ideal not only for hair removal, but for a wide range of cosmetic laser treatments including:
- Reduce pigmented lesions in any skin type
- Vascular lesions (face, legs, body)
- Small leg veins, spider veins
Is the Motus AY painful?
Not at all. That’s one of its greatest benefits: the technology it uses eliminates any discomfort typically associated with laser hair removal. You’ll likely only feel a comfortable warm sensation.
How long does it take?
Treatments are FAST. Even a large area can be treated in under 5 minutes. Depending on the size of the area to be treated, you’ll require a bit more or less time.
How many treatment sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person. A typical treatment regimen is 3 to 6 sessions, each spaced about a month apart. With the effectiveness of the Motus AY, you’ll also likely need less treatment sessions than you would with other laser options, and you’ll be able to go hair-free even longer before requiring a touch-up or maintenance treatment.
Is the Motus AY right for me?
The Motus AY is safe and effective for light and dark skin types, as well as for patients with fine, light hair or hair that doesn’t provide a great contrast against the skin. This is a breakthrough that makes the Motus AY the laser of choice for most of our patient’s hair removal needs.