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THE SCIENCE
Skin and hair contains a natural pigment called melanin. The level of melanin in your skin is the primary determinant
of your skin colour, and is responsible for causing skin to tan during sun exposure. Both skin and hair follicles
contain different concentrations of melanin.
Lasers work by delivering an intense beam of light made up of a single wavelength. Yes Laser operates at a
wavelength that selectively targets the melanin in the hair follicle, causing the hair follicle to absorb the laser energy.
The laser energy absorbed results in the rapid heating of the hair follicle. This heat destroys the cells responsible
for hair growth. If adequate heating is achieved, the follicle is permanently disabled resulting in permanent hair
reduction. The skin remains unaffected as it is essentially transparent to light in this wavelength range.
It is only possible to treat a hair follicle when there is a hair present and the best results are achieved when the
hair is actively growing. For permanent hair reduction six treatments are recommended over a six month period.
Occasional touch up treatments may be required for stubborn hairs.
LASER TECHNOLOGY
Yes Laser hair removal works by sending a laser beam to the hair follicle with enough energy to
permanently disable the root without affecting the surrounding area. The result is permanent hair
reduction. Simple to use, laser hair removal is suitable for unwanted face or body hair.
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