In-Grown Hair Removal

About Laser Hair Removal for In-Grown Hairs

Lasers can now effectively remove in-grown hairs, known as hair bumps or pseudofolliculitis barbae. We have many such lasers that are FDA approved to treat this distressing condition. Patients see noticeable results after just one session, and best of all, the reduction of in-grown hairs are lasting.

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Benefits of Laser Hair Removal for In-Grown Hairs

• Our center has 20 hair removal lasers to better optimize patients treatments
• FDA approved for pseudofolliculitis (hair bumps)
• Fast
• Affordable
• Treatment areas include the beard, bikini line, face and many other sites
• Any area with dark hair may be treated
• Large areas done at a time
• Multiple areas done at a time
• Minimal risk

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

The laser is passed over the skin, and light energy is absorbed by dark pigment in hair follicles beneath the skin, disabling hundreds of hairs at a time.

The technological advantages of our lasers over older laser systems are:

Our center has tested other systems, such as the Softlight laser, the long pulse Ruby lasers (Epilaser®, Palomar E2000), and other non-laser devices such as Aurora, Vasculite, IPL. None of these systems were adequate for all skin types. The significant technological advantages of our lasers over older laser systems are:

• a longer wavelength of light which penetrates the skin and targets the hair follicles below
• a longer pulse duration which also permits deeper penetration of the skin
• a quicker treatment, important for treating larger areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a Good Candidate for Laser Hair Removal for In-Grown Hairs?

With 12 lasers for hair removal available at our center at all times, we are able to treat all skin types from the fairest to the darkest, and even tanned skin.

What Can I Expect From Laser Hair Removal?

The end result is reduction or elimination of in-grown hairs and pseudofolliculitis barbae. In fact, our lasers are FDA approved for pseudofolliculitis barbae and for hair reduction.

Results may vary.

Is There Any Recovery Time After Laser Hair Removal?

Usually no down time, though some patients can have some mild swelling for a few hours.

Patients will require multiple sessions; however the number of treatments needed is dependent on the laser energy setting, and the patient’s skin and hair type. The laser treatments work by actually disabling the hair that is in the active growth phase at the time of the treatment.

Not all of individuals’ hair follicles are producing hair at the same time, but actually go through 3 different phases: growth, regression and resting. Since other hairs will eventually enter into the active growth phase at different times, additional treatments may be necessary to inactivate other hair follicles in a given area.

Following the treatment, most patients return to their normal activity immediately.

Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?

The procedure is well tolerated, though sensitive areas require a topical anesthetic cream.

What to do Before Laser Hair Treatments?

On the treatment day, closely shave the treatment areas. If needed, place a 1/8th inch layer of over the counter anesthetic cream on the areas to be treated 45 minutes prior to the appointment. After the white cream is absorbed, reapply the cream again for an added anesthetic effect.

What to do After Laser Hair Treatments?

Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol for a few days following the procedure. Ice packs can help to minimize swelling should it develop.

Who Performs Laser Treatments?

Our Physicians, Physician Assistants and Registered Nurses perform the procedure.

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