What is LightSheer™ Laser Hair Removal?This is a laser procedure in which a beam of light at a specific wavelength is applied to the skin and is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle.
What is LightSheer™ Laser used for?LightSheerTM Laser is used for any area of the skin which has unwanted hair, including the face, neck, chest, back, bikini area, underarms, arms and legs.
Who may have LightSheer™ Laser?
This laser procedure may be used in women and men, teenagers to older patients. Any skin type may be treated including those with Asian and African American skin. The hair to be lasered must be pigmented, either brown or black. Because the laser targets pigment, blonde and gray hair is not removed with the LightSheerTM Laser.
Is LightSheer™ Laser used for?
LightSheerTM Laser is a safe and effective method of hair removal. The procedure is performed by a nurse with supervision by a physician, or by a physician.
Are there any pre-treatment procedures?Our nurse or physician will consult with you and review the pre-treatment procedures. The skin being lasered must not be tanned. If the patient has a history of cold sores in the area to be treated, a prescription for an anti-viral medication will be given to you by the physician to be started the day before the laser procedure and taken for a few days afterwards. Patients who have had Accutane for acne may not have laser for at least six months (and possibly one year) after stopping Accutane.
How do I take care of my skin after the LightSheer™ Laser Treatment?
Cool compresses applied to the treated area help to reduce redness, swelling and discomfort. Patients may shave carefully as soon as the day after their treatment. Patients notice that treated hairs will shed during the week or two following treatment. Gradually, it becomes apparent that some hairs are not regrowing and others are finer.
It is important to protect all your skin from the sun using a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every day as well as sun protective clothing.
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