"One of the most practical luxuries you can give yourself. Imagine a life without shaving or waxing! "
- Dr. Lupo
Laser hair reduction is the most popular laser treatment in the United States. Multiple sessions are necessary to get all the hairs as they cycle through their individual growth cycles. Since white hair has no pigment to absorb the light energy from the laser, it won't eliminate white hairs.
Reasons for Laser Hair Reduction:
Cosmetic, permanent hair reduction
Ingrown hairs, folliculitis, keratosis pilaris
Not for blonde or white hair
Pretreatment protocol
- No tanning 4 weeks prior
- No electrolysis 4 weeks prior
- No waxing 4 weeks prior
- No Retin A, or AHA use 3 days prior
- No shaving 2 days prior
- No Accutane use 6 months prior
Test sites suggested
Used mainly on face, underarms, bikini, also legs, arms, back, buttocks, abdomen, breasts
Average number of sessions needed and recommended 3-6
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
145 Robert E Lee Blvd, Suite 302 New Orleans, LA 70124 504-288-2381 Call today to book your appointment