Laser Treatment Chappaqua NY

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Laser Treatment FAQ in Chappaqua, NY

What to expect after first laser session?

Week 1: 1st Treatment The heat from the laser either weakens or completely destroys the hair follicle. Immediately after, the skin may be red and swollen – clients can experience a ‘sun-burn sensation’ this is normal and will subside after a few hours.

Does plucking chin hair make it grow more?

According to Dr. Lertzman, tweezing or shaving certain areas of your face does not change how quickly the hairs grow back or how long the hairs remain on the face.

Do and don’ts after laser?

Redness & Bumps are normal. Cleanse the area treated gently. No makeup & lotion/moisturizer/deodorant for the first 24 hours. Dead hairs will begin to shed 5-30 days after your treatment. Exfoliate to speed up hair shedding. Avoid the sun. Do not pick/scratch/wax/thread/tweeze the area. Hair growth varies.

What are the side effects of laser treatment on face?

Redness, swelling, itching and pain. Treated skin may swell, itch or have a burning sensation. Acne. Applying thick creams and bandages to your face after treatment can worsen acne or cause you to temporarily develop tiny white bumps (milia) on treated skin. Infection. Changes in skin color. Scarring.

What part of laser hurts the most?

The upper lip is easily the most painful area, since the skin here is thinner than anywhere else on your face. “It feels like a rubber band snap, very quick but very snappy,” explains Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., dermatologist and founder of Capital Laser & Skin Care.

What age is laser hair removal safe?

The accepted minimum age to begin laser hair removal can be as young as 14 years old, although most experts recommend waiting until the teen is through puberty and, if female, has begun her menstrual cycle.

What is the most painful area to laser?

The area around the upper lip is often the most sensitive, and it feels like a rubber band snapping very quickly against it during laser treatment. Other areas such as the cheeks, chin, and sideburns are less painful due to the thicker skin.

Does laser hurt for the first time?

The more sensitive the skin is to begin with, the more painful it’ll likely be. To minimize pain, your provider may rub a numbing cream into your skin prior to the procedure. Depending on the body part and your pain tolerance, you may not need any numbing cream at all.

Is laser treatment good for health?

Cold laser therapy is considered safe when performed under the care of a doctor or qualified practitioner. On the plus side, it’s also noninvasive and painless. It doesn’t require medication or other preparation either. That being said, cold laser therapy shouldn’t be used on carcinomas or cancerous lesions.

What happens if you get hot after laser?

Hot water can burn and blister the skin so better go for a cool shower. Avoid hot showers for 48 hours after your session. You will need to avoid sauna and hot tubs as well. It is also important to avoid using heating pads as well as this can cause redness and irritation of your skin.

Is laser treatment good for hair?

Low-level Laser hair therapy is a safe, non-invasive and clinically proven treatment for stimulating hair follicles to grow fuller and thicker hair. Also known as red light therapy, the powerful clinical-strength laser devices treat hair loss, male pattern baldness and alopecia for both men and women.