Best Laser Hair Removal in Tucson, AZ

The risks of laser hair removal are very low, as the lasers are designed to remove hair efficiently. It’s generally a lunchtime procedure with little to no recovery time. However, as with any medical treatment, some side effects may occur, like redness or irritation. These usually fade within a few days.

During your consultation, we’ll discuss the treatment in depth, as well as determine if laser hair removal is an effective treatment option for your skin type.

We believe quality matters and use only the best technology available for all of our procedures. For our laser hair removal treatments, we use the Light Sheer Desire by Lumenis, a powerful and versatile laser known for its efficacy and comfort.

• Prep Your Skin: Avoid direct sunlight for two weeks prior to treatment. Shave the treatment area the day before. Discontinue the use of tanning products for at least two weeks beforehand.
• Avoid Certain Hair Removal Methods: Stop waxing the desired treatment area for at least 14 days before your appointment.
• Medications: Discontinue using retinols/retinoids three days before treatment.
• Consultation: Be upfront and honest with your technician about any recent travels or medical history during your consultation.
• Pregnancy: Make sure you’re not pregnant, as laser hair removal is not suitable for pregnant clients.
• Cold Sores: If you are prone to cold sores, inform your provider before treatment.

Avoid UV exposure for seven days after treatment. To achieve the best results, complete the full treatment schedule recommended by your provider, which they will review with you during your consultation. If you experience any discomfort, apply aloe or an ice pack to the treated area, and avoid lotions or topical products for four hours after treatment.

Laser hair removal is a great option for a variety of concerns like ingrown hair, shaving irritation, and unwanted hair growth, to name a few. While darker hair tends to achieve the best results compared to blonde, gray, and strawberry-blonde hair, many factors contribute to candidacy. Here's what to consider:

• Hair Color: Laser hair removal works best on darker hair because it absorbs the laser's light more effectively. However, advancements in technology allow for the treatment of lighter hair in some cases.
• Skin Tone: Those with lighter skin tones generally experience fewer side effects. A consultation with Facial Artistry & Aesthetics can determine if laser hair removal is right for your specific skin type.

Laser hair removal reduces how many hairs grow back. The LightSheer Desire is FDA cleared for hair removal and permanent hair reduction, which its FDA clearance defines as a long-term, stable reduction in the number of hairs regrowing when measured 6, 9, and 12 months after completing a treatment regimen. It does not mean every hair is gone. Results vary from person to person, and occasional touch-ups may be needed.

Lasers designed for hair removal can be used on most parts of the body, including the underarms, legs, and face (such as the upper lip). Your provider will talk with you about the areas you would like to treat at your consultation.

Let your provider know if you have a recent tan. While you prepare for treatment, avoid tanning outdoors or indoors and sunless tanners, and use a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day before going outdoors. Your provider will let you know how long to wait before treatment.