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Laser Hair Removal Systems
For Women & Men of All Skin Tones and Types
Now men and women alike are making unwanted facial and body hair waxing, electrolysis or razors! CoolGlide laser systems deliver 21st century technology for treatment of this distressing problem. Cleared for permanent hair reduction, CoolGlide lasers can treat men & women of all skin tones safetly and effectively. Even patients with a suntan.
The CoolGlide Difference
CoolGlide systems are the best laser hair removal
systems on the market for all skin tones, from light
to dark, including tanned patients. Their unique
design, longert wavelength, and innovative cooling
design allow extremely effective, safe and
permanent results.
What areas can be treated with
CoolGlide systems?
The CoolGlide Laser System can remove hair from all
parts of the body including the face, legs, arms,
underarms, and back. It can also treat sensitive areas
like the chest, nipples, and bikini line.
What do CoolGlide laser
treatments feel like?
As the name implies, the CoolGlide handpiece cools and
soothes as it glides along your skin. When the pulse of
lgiht is delivered, some patients experiences a mild
pinching or stinging sensation. No local anesthesia or
pain medication is typically required, however some
patients may prefer to use a topical anesthetic when
sensitive areas are treated.
How many treatments will I need?
Most areas require 3-6 treatments, but the number of CoolGlide
treatments you may require for optimal long-term benefits
depends on various factors such as your hair's thickness, the
area treated, and your hair's growth cycle. Interestingly, not all
hairs are actively growing at the same time, but actually go
through three distint phases: growth, regression, and resting.
CoolGlide systems work by disabling the hair that is principally
in the growth phase at he time of treatment. Since other hairs
will enter this active growth phase at different times, additional
treatments may be necessary to disable all of the hair follicles
in a given area.
What happens after the treatment?
Immediately following your CoolGlide treatment, the
area may appear a bit red and swollen. Three to seven
days after treatment, you may experience what seems
to be regrowth of hair. Actually, most of these hairs
are being shed as a result of your treatment, and are
not regrowing. Between treatments you should not
wax or pluck your hair, but it is permissable to shave.
Are there any restrictions on my
activity after treatment?
Following the treatment, you can return to your normal
activities right away. However, since some redness may
occur, you may want to plan your work or social engagements accordingly. The use of sunscreen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun. As always, it
is a good idea to limit your sun exposure. In addition,
your physician may recommend that you use a specifically formulated skin care product line, or prescribe a skin
care regimen especially formulated for your skin type.
What are the possible side effects?
Although patients experience few side effects, the most
commonly noticed are slight reddening and local swell
ing of the skin, similar to a sunburn. These effects
typically last for several hours or less. In rare instances,
blistering may occur. Consult with your medical
professional for complete information on the benefits
and risks of treatment.
How do CoolGlide lasers compare with
other hair removal systems?
Shaving, waxing and depilatory creams are al temporary
methods which must be repeated on a frequent basis.
CoolGlide lasers offer permanent hair reduction for
lasting results.
How do CoolGlide lasers compare
with Electrolysis?
Electrolysis is a tedious, invasive, and painful process
that involves inserting a needle into each individual
hair follicle and delivering an electrical charge to
them one at a time. Electrolysis often requires years
of treatments at regular intervals. By delivering light
energy to hundreds of hair follicles at a time, CoolGlide
lasers effectively treat an area in just seconds that
would take over anhour with electrolysis.
Why choose CoolGlide lasers over
other laser hair removal systems?
Using the latest technology in hair removal, CoolGlide Laser
Systems can rapidly treat large areas with the limitations of
older technologies. The CoolGlide systems's longer
wavelength allows it to be used safely and effectively on
patients with light or dark skin as well as tanned skin. Unlike
other systems, CoolGlide lasers can treat the fine hair on a
woman's upper lip just as easily and effectively as the coarse
hair on a man's back. The cooled handpiece increases patient
comfort and minimizes the adverse skin reactions commonly
seen with other lasers.