We cannot treat people with active sun exposure or sunburn. But we can treat all skin types. We recommend 1 to 2 weeks with no active sun exposure before and after treatment.
Highlights
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Performed By
Licensed Medical Aesthetician
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Number of Sessions Needed
Minimum 8
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Downtime
0 days
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Pricing
Varies
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Purpose
- Remove unwanted hair
- Eliminate razor burn
- Reduce risk of in-grown hair
- Minimize daily and weekly maintenance
Care That Puts You First
Silky Smooth, Summer-Ready Skin
If you are tired of shaving, plucking, or waxing, say goodbye to unwanted hair with laser hair removal in Indianapolis at Phases Skin Care & Laser Center.
With the most innovative technology, we can safely, painlessly, and effectively reduce unwanted facial and body hair by targeting and destroying the cells responsible for hair growth, revealing smooth, hair-free skin.
Common Treatment Areas:
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Face & chin
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Underarms
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Arms
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Chest
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Back
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Legs
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Swimsuit area
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Feet
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How We Address Unwanted Hair
At Phases Skin Care & Laser Center, our licensed aestheticians use highly sophisticated laser technology to produce lasting results. But how, exactly, does the laser eliminate unwelcome hair?
Discover the ins and outs of laser hair removal in Indianapolis.
The Science Behind Laser Hair Removal
In Indianapolis, we perform laser hair reduction with the next-gen Cutera, Motus, and Sciton systems. These sophisticated technologies enable precise follicle targeting while minimizing the risk of epidermal damage.
How Does the Laser Work?
Your licensed medical aesthetician calibrates the laser settings to your skin type, sensitivity, and treatment area, delivering rapid pulses of light to the unwanted hair. The wavelengths of of thermal light:
- Pinpoint the melanin in your hair shafts and roots, bypassing the melanin in your skin to target exclusively the pigment that gives your hair its color.
- Seek out growing follicles, drawn to hairs in their anagen (growth) phase that are actively elongating and naturally contain more pigment.
- Rapidly heat and damage the hair follicles, causing them to grow back thinner and finer, if at all.
Because each hair follows its own natural growth cycle, not every hair present in the treatment area will be in the same phase at the same time. That’s why we recommend scheduling at least 8 treatment sessions, each spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to treat each hair at the right time.
With each progressive session, we reduce the remaining hair growth, revealing silky-smooth, satisfying results.
Preparing For Laser Hair Removal
Pre-Care Instructions
- Do not use wax or hair-removing creams on the intended treatment area less than 4 weeks before your appointment.
- Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen or wear protective garments to shield the treatment area from UV rays in the weeks leading up to treatment.
- Skip your usual self-tanning products 2 weeks prior to laser hair removal, as they add pigment to your skin.
- Avoid using skincare products featuring retinol or other active ingredients within 3 days of your care.
- Scrub and shave the area 24 to 48 hours before treatment.
- Wear loose, breathable clothing to your appointment to minimize friction with the treated skin.
- Remove any metal jewelry (like a lip ring or anklet) before your appointment for laser hair removal in Indianapolis.
- Arrive at your treatment session with clean skin, free of moisturizers, oils, deodorants, fragrances, or other skincare products.
Post-Care Instructions
- Apply a cool compress to reduce mild discomfort or swelling if needed.
- Continue to wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing for the first 1 to 2 days after laser hair removal.
- Maintain your avoidance of harsh or active skincare ingredients for the first few days following treatment.
- Keep the skin clean and hydrated, using a gentle or medical-grade moisturizer as directed.
- Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and high-coverage clothing to protect your skin from UV damage.
- Follow your appointment schedule to target unwanted hairs with optimal timing.
- Do not tweeze or wax any lingering hairs or regrowth from the treatment area for the duration of your treatment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
For laser hair removal to work effectively, the hair must be very dark or dark brown. It will not work on velous hair (peach fuzz), blonde, light red, or gray hair.
We are fortunate to have the latest technology in laser hair removal and it is painless! .
This varies depending on several factors including the area being treated, how dense and coarse the hair is and your skin type. Your aesthetician will let you know approximately how many treatments you will need during your initial consultation..
Results will vary from person to person, with most people seeing best results after a series of 5 or more treatments of consistent appointments scheduled 4 to 8 weeks apart. You can expect a significant reduction in hair growth. However, there is no laser hair removal system that can permanently remove all unwanted hair. Several factors can trigger dormant hairs to regrow, such as hormonal changes, certain medications or some disorders.
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