Laser hair removal

Laser hair removal is the most effective way to get rid of the unwanted hair. The laser affects the melanin, which is located inside the follicles, and destroys them. As a result, the hair stops growing, and the skin becomes completely smooth.

The equipment for laser hair removal is constantly being improved. Modern devices provide effective and safe hair removal on all skin types, and a powerful cooling system makes sessions comfortable and painless.

The advantages of laser hair removal are:

• high efficiency - complete hair removal on any part of the face and body;
•  safety - hair removal does not leave marks on the skin and does not cause complications;
• painlessness – there are no unpleasant sensations when using a high-quality device;
• complex impact – the equipment used in «Oxford Medical» allows you to solve several dermatological problems at once in 1 session (remove scars, rosacea, etc.).

In Oxford Medical, laser hair removal is carried out on the new equipment of the expert class Candela GentleMax Pro (USA) - this is a multifunctional device that combines alexandrite and diode lasers.

Today Candela GentleMax Pro is considered to be the most effective and safe laser hair removal machine. It is certified by the United States Quality Assurance Organization (FDA). The device makes it possible to work with all types of skin and remove even fair hair (except gray one). Thanks to the use of two lasers, its efficiency is higher - to obtain the full effect, 8-10 procedures are enough. It also has a unique dynamic cooling system that directs a stream of cold air onto the skin simultaneously with a laser beam and makes the session almost painless.

With the help of laser hair removal, you can remove hair on different parts of the body and face.

In «Oxford Medical», laser hair removal is performed on the following areas:

• face;
• armpits;
• bikini;
• hands;
• abdomen;
• back;
• buttocks;
• thighs;
• lower legs.

The procedure helps to completely get rid of unwanted hair and forget about razors and skin irritation forever. After the first session, the amount of hair will decrease, and the remaining hair will become thinner and fairer.

During the session, the patient gets cozy on the couch and puts on glasses to protect the eyes from light exposure. After that, the specialist applies a special gel to the skin, which improves the penetration of the laser into the hair follicles. Then the device is adjusted for individual parameters and, with the help of the selected cap, the specialist gradually processes the entire zone. After the end of the procedure, the cosmetologist removes the remaining gel and applies a soothing cream to the skin.

The session lasts from 5-10 minutes to half an hour depending on the size of the area to be processed. The machine used in our clinic has a number of removable caps of different diameter, which makes it possible to increase efficiency and to shorten the procedure time.

After a session of laser hair removal, no marks remain on the skin, but despite this, it needs careful care.

It is recommended:

• to apply anti-inflammatory cream to the skin for 1-2 days (as prescribed by the cosmetologist);
• do not perform heavy physical activity for 2-3 days;
• do not take a hot bath for 2-3 days, do not visit saunas, steam baths, swimming pools;
• do not use scrubs, peels and alcohol-based products for 3 days;
• do not massage the treated area for 3 days;
• do not sunbathe for 2 weeks;
• to apply sunscreen on skin for 2 weeks before going outside.

About 30% of hair falls out within 2 weeks after the first session of laser hair removal. The duration of the course is determined individually and depends on the type of skin, hair and the intensity of its growth. On average, when using the powerful Candela GentleMax Pro, you need from 8 to 10 sessions. The break between procedures is 4-6 weeks. After completing the course, it is recommended to conduct 1 session per year to maintain the effect.

Laser hair removal provides a long-term effect. Hair follicles are completely destroyed and do not recover, so that hair growth stops. In rare cases, it may partially resume with a strong change in the hormonal background (for example, when expecting a child and in case of some diseases).

Oxford Medical is a multidisciplinary medical center with a high-tech aesthetic medicine department. The clinic is equipped with new expert-class laser hair removal system. Thanks to this, as well as to the involvement of experienced specialists, the hair removal procedure is extremely effective, safe and comfortable.

To make an appointment, call the «Oxford Medical» contact center or write to the chat on the website.

There are few contraindications to laser hair removal and most of them are relative, that is, the procedure can be carried out after the normalization of the patient's condition and the elimination of the interfering factor.

Absolute contraindications are considered:

• photodermatitis – hypersensitivity to ultraviolet radiation;
• immune system diseases;
• malignant neoplasms;
• decompensated diabetes mellitus;
• blood diseases;
• varicose veins and some other pathologies.

Relative or temporary contraindications are:

• acute diseases (colds, infectious, etc.);
• exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• large or numerous moles in the treated area;
• skin diseases, wounds, scratches;
• strong tan;
• hyperpigmentation;
• tendency to form keloid scars;
• taking antibiotics and certain other medications within the past 2 weeks.

If you have chronic diseases or are undergoing long-term drug therapy, tell your cosmetologist about it during a preliminary consultation.