Laser Hair Removal

1. Shave the area to be treated one day before your appointment. This will prevent singeing or burning of hair and skin.
2. Avoid direct sunlight 3 to 5 days prior to treatment day.
3. On the day of your appointment, avoid makeup, lotions and creams, and deodorant.
4. No other ways of hair removal in the same area 4 weeks prior to treatment days including waxing and threading.
5. Do not use spray tan or self tanning products within two weeks before your session.
   
6. Avoid alcohol one day before treatment.
   

1. After your session, redness or mild skin irritation is normal. This will most likely resolve itself within a few days.
2. A sunburn-like feeling in the treated area is normal. Using an anti-itch cream that contains 1% cortisone can provide relief.
3. Avoid lotions, creams, makeup and other products on the treated area for at least 24 hours.
4. After 5 days, you may begin to exfoliate your skin. This will speed up the process of hair shedding and will allow your skin to feel smoother for a longer period of time.
5. Avoid strong, direct sunlight for at least 6 to 8 weeks after. Sunscreen (spf 30 or higher) is strongly recommended. Exposure to sunlight in the weeks following the treatment could lead dark or light spots.
6. For best result, avoid other types of hair removal in the same area (waxing, threading, tweezing, etc). Shaving is the best way to remove hair between sessions.
   
7. Gently cleanse the area with a mild soap.
   

Laser hair removal treatments work by sending pulses of light to the root of the hair follicle. This causes the hair to fall out at the source, and also minimizes the chances of that particular hair regrowing. Because each hair grows at a different rate, multiple treatments are required to ensure that each hair is eliminated. To learn more about laser, read our blog post here.

Laser technology has been around for years and can be used to remove hair from different areas on your body. ?The question that many people have about this procedure is: "Is laser hair removal safe? When you choose a reputable, sanitary clinic such as CHIC Laser Centre, laser hair removal is a safe procedure. Because our team has such thorough training and, we can confidently say that we provide safe and effective laser hair removal treatments.

Depending on your skin tone, you'll either be treated using the Alexandrite or the Yag laser. For darker skin, hair removal is most effective with a Yag laser because it penetrates the upper skin layers (where melanin may block the efficacy of the laser) and gets to the root of the hair follicles. Lighter-skinned people will most likely opt for the Alexandrite laser treatments, one that's slightly faster. Both lasers are safe and usually produce best results within 6-8 sessions.

The price for laser hair removal Montreal depends on the area being treated. The price starts from $40 for small areas and can go up to hundreds of dollars.

Each of us has unique skin; therefore, we require precise and differentiated services to remove unwanted hair. Our GentlePro Max system delivers flexible options, without compromising on quality or efficacy. As a dual wavelength laser system, our advanced technology can use one or both of the Alexandrite or Yag lasers to achieve desired results on all skin types.Experts in the field use a numerical system to determine which skin type they're working with: the scale ranges from 1-6, with 1 being the lightest skin tone and 6 being the most pigmented. For safety reasons, certain lasers should not be used on the 3 darkest skin tones, as this can cause burns or scarring. Choosing a professional clinic with experience with all skin types is paramount when deciding on a laser hair removal procedure.Let's start with the Alexandrite laser, which utilizes an Alexandrite crystal to power safe, effective laser technology to stop the hair growth cycle. This laser targets hair follicles with light pulses, causing hair follicles to fall out and minimizing regrowth. After about 6-8 treatments, patients will see a drastic reduction in the amount of unwanted hair! It's safe to use this laser with skin pigment types 1-3. As it sends pulses of light to the root of each hair, the GentlePro Max Alexandrite laser system uses a cooling cryogen gas, eliminating the need for messy creams or gels.The alternative is called a Yag laser: this is the leading technology for use on medium to dark skin types, or numbers 4-6 on the scale. Because of a higher melanin concentration in darker skin, some basic lasers can cause hyperpigmentation, dark spots, or even burns on darker skin. The pros at CHIC Laser Centre are well equipped to assess your unique skin and hair type prior to laser hair removal treatment. The technology in this laser works much the same as the Alexandrite laser, though the wavelengths are able to penetrate the skin a bit deeper, allowing it to successfully bypass the skin's pigmentation to get to the root of each hair follicle.Both of these lasers are considered industry leaders in safety, effectiveness and performance when administered by a trained professional. When working with either laser, the technician will adjust the settings according to your unique skin type, allowing for the safest, most permanent removal of hair without damaging the skin. Selecting a clinic with outstanding professionalism and safety standards is of the utmost importance when considering laser hair removal treatments.