What is better laser hair removal or IPL?
Laser Hair Removal treatments are more concentrated so long-term results are more effective than IPL. The nature of the laser is that they can focus light deeper into the pores of the skin, getting closer to treat the follicle and prevent hair growth.

Why choose our laser hair removal machine?
Body Guru Aesthetics prides ourselves in offering you only the best treatments. We’re currently using the latest DIODE LASER (810nm), it’s FDA approved and the gold standard for all Skin types on the Fitzpatrick scale (type I,II, III, IV, V,VI), designed for fair, medium, and dark skin types.

Does it hurt?
People experience pain differently and some areas of the body are more sensitive than others. Some people won’t notice a thing, others will feel a warming of the area.

How many sessions do I need before my hair doesn’t grow back at all?
Laser hair removal works best when a course of treatments are performed at regular intervals. This should give you the best results. We recommend a course of treatments. This is commonly between 6-8 sessions. Depending on how well you respond to the laser.

Will six sessions of laser hair removal be enough?
Depending on how well you respond to the laser treatment and the area treated, will determine how many sessions you will need. Often oriental clients who experience amazing results after just 4 sessions. Other clients with darker skin tones and thick coarser hair will probably need more than 6 sessions sometimes over 8. Hormones also play a part which differs from person to person.

Why should I invest in laser hair removal?
Laser treatment, is a long-lasting solution which can lead to the permanent reduction of unwanted hair.

Can I have a sauna session after laser hair removal or exercise?
As the laser transfers a lot of heat energy into skin you should avoid anything that heats up the skin further like saunas and exercise for at least 48 hours following your laser session. This will allow your skin to continue with the healing process without interruption.

Sun exposure after laser hair removal?
You should cover up the area as much as possible to avoid sun exposure after your laser hair treatment. This is easier if you have had bikini line laser, but harder if your arms or face have been lasered. The first 48 hours after laser treatment are important to protect your skin and avoid sunlight. Use a high factor sun cream with an SPF of 30+ and cover up. In the weeks following your treatment, continue to wear SPF and protect your skin by covering up as much as possible. If you do not own a SPF , you may purchase one in store.

Where can I have laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal can be performed on the following areas: Face, Neck, Chest, Arms, Underarms, Back, Legs, Pubic Area, Stomach, Bikini line/Brazilian, Buttocks and Perianal, Hands/Feet

Where can I not have laser hair removal?
Laser on the eyebrows cannot be done due to the dangers and risk involved of using lasers so close to the eyes.

How old do you have to be to get laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal treatments can be carried out on teenagers as young as 13 years old, however, in teenagers, hair growth can be faster and hormonal changes can play an impact. Results tend to become permanent once these hormonal changes have regulated around the age of 18.

Can I have laser over my tattoo?
No, but You may have laser around the tattoo but not over it.

If you are thinking about getting a tattoo and want to be hair free, get laser hair removal done first.

How long do you wait between sessions?
Your sessions are usually spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. This is so your sessions are timed with your hair growth cycle that takes about 4-6 weeks. That is why you will be advised not to wax or epilate in between session as it will cause disruption to your hair growth cycle. Shaving is fine as it cuts the hair above the epidermis or top layer whereas waxing and epilating remove hair from below.

What if I miss a session?
It’s normal that life will get in the way sometimes. For best results you should try and stick to your appointments as consistency is the key to great results. As mentioned, if you are away and miss an appointment shaving is the only method you should consider. Shaving will cause the least impact on your treatment than the other methods of hair removal.

What are the advantages of Laser hair removal?

• Lasers have more advanced skin-cooling systems.
• Lasers penetrate deeper into tissue and so can target follicles located deeper in the skin.
• Lasers use the exact wavelength needed to effectively treat the hair in each pulse. Lasers are therefore more selective
• Published clinical evidence for laser hair removal that there is for IPL’s.
• Lasers have higher number of pulses fired per second and therefore have shorter treatment times.

How long does laser hair removal last?
Results will vary from person to person. Hormonal changes can affect your hair growth too. You can experience up to 90% permanent hair reduction after you have completed all your treatments. The occasional top up session may be required yearly. For most, the results have a huge impact on their lives.

Is Laser suitable for people with PCOS?
If you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and want to have laser removal treatment you can achieve fantastic results with laser hair removal. Results are not guaranteed though as PCOS affects the body’s hair growth so continuous laser session may be required to stay on top of the hair growth.

Is Laser suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
No, you cannot have a laser treatment while pregnant. If you are trying for a baby then it is not advisable to start a course of treatments as the pregnancy will disrupt your treatment and effective your results.

How should I prepare for the treatment?
You should shave the area to be treated the day before treatment. No waxing or plucking is allowed 6 weeks before & throughout the course of treatment, as hair needs to be in place to be targeted by the laser. The area should be shaved as closely as possible so that laser can target the most energy towards the hair follicle and not waste energy on the part of the hair above the skin’s surface.

Pre-treatment care:

• The area to be treated must be clean shaven. Unshaven clients will be rescheduled or charged an additional cost.
• Avoid UV exposure 7days prior to your treatment.
• Clients who are sunburned or tanned must wait 2 weeks before being treated to avoid additional skin damage.
• Avoid sunless tanning products 7 days prior to your treatment. We recommend that you exfoliate the area to remove any residual colour.
• Clients must stop waxing, tweezing and chemical epilation 3 weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid chemical peels and other laser procedures in the area to be treated for 2week prior and 2 weeks after your laser treatment.
• Avoid Alpha Hydroxy and Beta Hydroxyl products, hydroquinone retinol/retinoids, tazorac and differin 7Days before treatment.
• Clients with any abnormal lesions, moles or spots on the area to be treated must be cleared by medical practitioner prior to treatment.
• Clients with active cold sores will not be treated.
• No physical activity within 2 hours before and after treatment.
  If you have used Accurate or similar products within the last 6 months unfortunately you cannot have laser hair removal treatments.
• If you have Botox or dermal fillers in the area to be treated, wait 14 days both before and after injection to receive treatments.
• If you become ill and begin taking an antibiotic, you will need to be off the medication for 7days before laser treatment.

Post treatment care

• Avoid extended UV exposure for 7days post treatment.
• Avoid any additional laser treatments or chemical procedures on the treated area for at least 2 weeks post-treatment or until healing has occurred.
• Using a Broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF30 or higher is critical when receiving laser treatments and is recommended ongoing for maintenance.
• To achieve the best results, complete the full treatment schedule at the intervals recommended by your Therapist.
• Avoid makeup/lotion/deodorant for at least the first 24hours after treatment.