FAQ For Our Salon
Looking and feeling good is achieved with personalized and professional attention. KT Laser Clinique Inc. is committed to providing qualified services in a comfortable, clean and relaxed setting at our salon. All of our beauty services are customized according to the individual needs of our clients and offer expertise and practical advice for looking your best. Here are some of the questions that we often receive from our clients:
Is laser hair removal painful?
Laser hair removal has a reputation for being painful, but this is because of the relatively crude tools laser technicians had to use in the past. Here at KT Laser Clinique, we are certified to use the LightSheer ET hair removal system, which is the best product on the market. The LightSheer’s Chill Tip technology greatly improves comfort. Most people experience minor discomfort, often compared to a rubber band snapping against the skin. Of course, everyone experiences pain and discomfort differently. A good option for more sensitive patients is EMLA topical anesthetic cream. It should be applied 30-60 minutes before treatment, and can be used safely externally anywhere on the body.
Why do I need a consultation?
There are a number of benefits from performing an initial consultation. First, depending on the area of your body being worked on, we will tell you how to prepare for the procedure. Secondly, we will fully explain the process so you know what to expect and can assess whether the treatment is right for you. Third, we will perform a patch test to determine the optimal settings and so you can have firsthand experience with the process before your first full session.
How does laser hair removal work?
At KT Laser Clinique, we used the LightSheer ET Diode laser system. This system emits a burst of intense laser light for a fraction of a second. The light is absorbed by the hair follicle, heating the follicle and disabling it from producing more hair. While the hair is being treated, the ChillTip on the handpiece protects the skin by keeping it cool.
How long does laser hair removal take?
Depending on the area of your body being worked on and the type and quantity of your hair, average sessions take from about 30 minutes to an hour. The number of sessions will vary for each individual and for different parts of the body. To achieve permanent hair reduction, it generally takes 6 - 7 sessions with four to six weeks between sessions to allow the treated area to regenerate again. Often, a touch up is necessary about a year later.
What should I expect after laser hair removal?
In the first few days, there may be some swelling and redness. Your skin should return to normal within three days of the treatment. Some hair may appear unaffected, but slowly fall out over the two to three weeks after the treatment. After the area is no longer sensitive (at least a week after treatment), you should wipe these hairs away with a damp cloth or loofah.
You may see some crusting in some areas. This does not indicate an infection or that the area will be scarred. Do not pick at the crusts and do your best to avoid touching them until they totally heal.
What is the difference between IPL Hair Removal and Laser Hair Removal?
People often ask if IPL and laser hair removal are the same because both use light to remove hair. The answer is no, they are not the same. The difference is that IPL is an Intense Pulse Light that uses a full spectrum of light with different scattered wave lengths, while a laser uses one specific wavelength of light. This is significant because the wavelength of the light determines what colours of skin and hair will be affected by the light. This means that IPL hair removal is much more likely to burn or damage the skin around the hair and it is much less effective on lighter coloured hair.
Lasers were developed to provide permanent hair removal solutions, whereas IPL was originally developed to treat a variety of skin conditions and hair loss came as a side effect. Laser hair removal has been proven to be much more effective and less painful than IPL hair removal. Laser targets strictly the hair follicle as oppose to IPL which affects the pigment surrounding the hair follicle.
Why Should I Choose KT Laser Clinique Inc.?
Taking care of yourself is not a luxury but essential to your overall health. KT Laser Clinique Inc. offers personalized services from professional staff who takes the time required to make you feel special and understand your particular needs. From the moment you walk through the door count on personalized and attentive service from our top beauty experts.
We Offer:
- Personalized consultations
- Highest standards of hygiene
- Relaxed and welcoming environment
- Qualified and attentive staff
- Up-to-date equipment
- High quality non-toxic products
- Reasonable rates
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