Laser Hair Reduction in Washington D.C.
West End Plastic Surgery is proud to offer laser hair removal, unlike any other laser hair reduction treatment available.
Using the most advanced laser technology, this treatment is targeted at reducing unwanted hair growth in most skin types. Here at West End Plastic Surgery, we utilize Lumenis LightSheer Duet as well as Motus AX for hair removal.
As many recognize, laser hair removal is one of the most common cosmetic laser procedures. In general, devices for hair removal beam highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light which then destroys the hair. The most efficacious laser for hair removal (particularly fine and light hair) has historically been the Alexandrite laser.
However, limitations when treating darker skin types kept it from being the universal choice for providers and many patients have had to settle for less efficacious laser hair removal options. Until now, the Motus AX is the first, high-speed Alexandrite laser that makes it possible for even darker skin types to benefit from the effectiveness of this laser type. This breakthrough is possible because of Moveo technology — a handpiece that delivers fast, more efficient energy to destroy the hair in a way that is painless and free from side effects.
Here are the important facts you need to know about our Motus AX laser:
We all have unwanted hair somewhere on our bodies, so pretty much everyone could benefit from laser hair reduction at West End Plastic Surgery.
Whether you’re a woman tired of the tedium of shaving your legs or bikini line, or a man looking to get rid of back hair or that arm sweater, it’s rewarding to reduce the unwanted hair permanently.
One of the breakthrough benefits of the Motus AX is that it is safe and effective for light to dark skin types. Whether you have fine, light hair or a darker skin tone, the Motus AX can be used to target and permanently remove unwanted hair. The Motus AX may also be used with tanned skin however, it is always recommended that you talk with your physician about your specific skin conditions before treatment.
Because we use two different types of lasers for hair reduction at West End, these issues aren’t as much of a problem for our patients.
LightSheer Diode Laser Systems are clinically proven and highly regarded for providing safety, superior results, and patient satisfaction. With 2 different leaser heads, we are able to attack those stubborn unwanted hairs with speed and comfort.
Before your Laser Hair Reduction treatment, please be sure to follow these steps:
After your laser hair reduction treatment:
If you're interested in learning more about laser hair reduction please contact us for a consultation at (202) 785-4187 or fill out our contact us form below. We will discuss your needs and concerns, and determine your best course of action.
The three main differences between the Motus AX and other technologies for laser hair removal are:
1) Total comfort
2) Speed and effectiveness of the treatment
3) Use across skin types
The Motus AX eliminates the trade-offs that come with other laser hair removal options. For instance, an Nd:YAG laser can be used across skin types but is less effective. Other technologies are highly effective but treatments are difficult to tolerate.
When the laser light energy is delivered down onto the unwanted hair, the melanin in the hair shaft absorbs the light energy and it instantly converts to heat. This heat travels down the hair shaft into the hair follicle where it is anchored. If the hair is fully anchored in the follicle and in the midst of the growth phase, the heat should destroy or heavily damage the follicle. This will prevent it from growing hair in the future.
But each of the five million hairs on the human body operates independently and moves in and out of the three phases of the hair growth cycle: growth, transition, and rest. So, some of the hairs won’t be fully anchored in the follicle, as they will be in the transition phase toward being shed. Others will be in the resting phase, and these are not affected at all by the laser energy.
Plus, hormonal changes can trigger some damaged hair follicles to recover and begin growing hair again. Bottom line? Patients can achieve from 85-90 percent permanent reduction in hair growth. A yearly maintenance session or two is a good idea to keep damaged follicles from returning to growth.
One of the major benefits of the Motus AX, is that the Moveo technology eliminates the discomfort of typical laser hair removal. Most people only feel a warming sensation making the experience a highly comfortable one.
Treatment length will vary depending on the area being treated. The Motus AX is relatively fast and able to complete a large area in under 5 minutes.
The number of sessions required to eliminate hair completely depends on the individual. A typical laser hair removal regimen is 5-6 sessions spaced one month apart and then maintenance treatments as needed. Given the efficacy of the Motus AX, you may need fewer sessions and could go longer before needing a touch-up treatment.
Laser hair removal has proven to be reliable, effective, and safe. Lasers have been used for laser hair removal for almost 30 years, and the process was extensively tested prior to becoming commercially available. The most common side effects after treatment include skin irritation, such as redness and slight swelling on the treatment sites. This usually passes within a few hours.
