Have you had enough of ingrown hairs, redness and irritation, and have you tried all the so-called classic hair removal methods? CtrlZ offers you a safe and effective long-term hair removal solution that will make your life easier and take the mental load off your hair. Before you take the plunge, here are five things you need to know about laser hair removal. CtrlZ tells you everything!
Myth #1: Laser hair removal only works on fair skin
When it first appeared, laser hair removal was, it’s true, much more effective on light skin and dark hair. Fortunately, advances in laser technology now allow us to work just as effectively on brown or blond hair, and on all skin types. CtrlZ centers are equipped with medical lasers that use selective photo-thermolysis, a process that transforms laser energy into heat in order to target the base of the hair, regardless of the level of melanin present in the hair follicle – and, above all, without damaging the skin!
Myth #2: Laser hair removal hurts
Some people have more sensitive skin than others. The sensation experienced during a laser hair removal session is comparable to a succession of small rubber band blows on the skin. CtrlZ lasers are equipped with a cooling mechanism that soothes the skin almost instantly with each stroke. What’s more, on request, our medical team can prescribe an anaesthetic cream to be applied two hours before each session to minimize discomfort.
Myth #3: Laser hair removal can cause skin damage
At CtrlZ centers, you’ll be treated by medical professionals according to a strict protocol, from start to finish. Everything is designed to minimize the risk of injury, and our lasers are calibrated by the doctor before each session to suit your skin tone, so as to specifically target hair follicles without damaging skin cells. After each session, a healing cream should be applied to all treated areas, and medical assistance is available 7 days a week in case of adverse effects.
Myth #4: Laser hair removal is permanent
At CtrlZ, we want to be transparent with our patients: there is no permanent hair removal method on the market! Laser hair removal is a very long-lasting method: after just a few sessions, 85% to 95% of hair is removed. We recommend maintenance sessions once or twice a year to maintain the benefits of the treatment.
Myth 5: Laser hair removal is only for winter
In fact, laser hair removal can be performed all year round, provided you avoid exposure to the sun. In all cases, CtrlZ recommends that you avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and that you use sunscreen in both winter and summer to protect your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Beautiful, hair-free skin is great, but healthy skin is even better!
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective method that will save you time and money. CtrlZ is committed to providing you with personalized medical follow-up and optimal results, whatever your skin type. By scrupulously applying our advice and respecting post-treatment protocols, you’ll soon be free from the constraints of razors, wax strips and other electric epilators! Contact us for a quote or for more information on long-lasting laser hair removal!
