Laser Hair Removal Spring Lake, Monmouth County NJ

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Remove Unwanted Hair In Monmouth County, NJ

Let’s face it — removing unwanted hair is a pain, literally and figuratively. Waxing, plucking, and shaving are all painful endeavors and you have to do them again if a few days, or at best, a few weeks.

But thanks to the ELOS Plus system at LoBuono Dermatology in Monmouth County you can get rid of that hair permanently! Contact us today to discuss our advanced laser hair removal treatments.

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Laser Hair Removal Treatment Options:

IPL Laser

The Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology is a laser hair removal approach that utilizes specific light wavelengths to remove hair directly from its follicles and different chromophores in the skin. The light used in the treatment is attracted to the hair pigment through its shaft. The light is then converted to heat, destroying the follicle and precluding future hair development.

IPL VS. Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is different from IPL since laser treatments make use of coherent and monochromatic laser-generated light. Meanwhile, IPL treatments use broad spectrum light. While IPL is not technically a proper laser, it might still be referred to as a laser treatment in the cosmetic industry.

ELOS Laser

While IPL technology for hair removal has proven to be effective for many patients with fair skin and dark hair, it is less effective for patients with lighter hair and dark skin. As a solution to this, the ELOS technology was developed, integrating bi-polar radiofrequency with optical energy. By integrating radiofrequency energy into the laser hair removal treatment, individuals with light hair can also benefit from a permanent hair removal procedure, while those with dark skin can have less risk of having their surrounding skin affected by the treatment.

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What To Expect From An Elos Hair Removal Treatment?

Dr. LoBuono usually recommends a series of six to eight ELOS laser hair removal sessions to achieve optimal results in our Spring Lake office. Each consecutive session should be spaced four to six weeks apart. Patients say ELOS hair removal treatments have the sensation of a pinprick or a light flick on the skin. After the procedure, the patient may notice slight redness or swelling in the area, but this will disappear in one or two days.

What Our Patients Are Saying:

"Dr. LoBuono is a wonderful doctor. He is easy to talk to, and always listens to my concerns and offers effective recommendations (he also has excellent recommendations for local restaurants!) The condition of my skin has improved significantly since I have been seeing him. Additionally, the office staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. I have never had an issue with a delayed or canceled appointment, and have always had pleasant interactions with the receptionists in person and over the phone. I will continue to see Dr. LoBuono as he is an incredibly professional and experienced dermatologist with a great office staff."

- Joanna W.

Is Laser Hair Removal Permanent?

The FDA has approved various lasers, such as our ELOS system, for what it calls “permanent hair reduction.” This points to the vagaries involved with trying to permanently get rid of all of your unwanted hair.

It’s virtually impossible to get rid of every unwanted hair across a treatment area. There are two reasons for this.

First, laser energy is only effective in damaging hair follicles when the hair is in the anagen, or growth, phase. But hair can also be in the catagen (transitional phase between growth and rest) or the telogen phase (resting). In the catagen and telogen phases, the hair is already on the path to being shed. The hair is no longer receiving any nourishment from the follicle and it may have already separated from the follicle. This is why laser energy applied to hairs in these phases can’t get down into the follicle. The human body has around five million individual hairs on it, and each hair operates independently. When you look at those numbers, catching each unwanted hair in the growth phase isn’t easy.

Second, damaged follicles can rebuild sometimes with hormonal changes, and partially damaged follicles can heal and begin to grow hair again.

So, how much hair can you permanently get rid of? It’s from 85 to 90 percent in the treatment areas.

Does Laser Hair Removal Work On All Skin And Hair Types?

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Laser hair removal works best when there is a high degree of contrast between the color of the unwanted hair and the patient’s skin color. This makes it easy to set the ELOS wavelength to match the color of the darker hair, which precludes the skin from absorbing much of the light energy. When the skin tone and hair color are closer to each other, the laser has a harder time differentiating between the two. Laser hair removal is still possible, but the power levels need to be lowered to damage the skin. This usually then requires additional sessions to achieve the amount of hair reduction you seek.

Formerly, removing blond and grey hair was almost impossible, but as laser and IPL technology has continued to improve pretty much all skin and hair colors can be treated.

Is Laser Hair Removal Safe?

Lasers were first approved for laser hair removal almost 30 years ago. To earn those approvals, the process was extensively tested prior to becoming commercially available. Laser hair removal has proven to be reliable, effective, and safe. The most common side effects after treatment include some redness and slight swelling on the treatment sites. This usually passes within a few hours.

Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?

Patients tell us the sensation created when the ELOS system emits its short pulses is similar to the feeling of a small rubber band being snapped against the skin. This is followed by a cooling sensation.

How Should I Care For My Skin After Laser Hair Removal?

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It’s a good idea to avoid extended sun exposure for a week or so after your session. Your skin is slightly more sensitive to the sun after IPL treatment. If you have any discomfort, cool towels, compresses, and aloe vera are helpful. Over-the-counter pain medications are all you’ll need. You shouldn’t have any additional laser skin treatments or chemical peels on the treated areas for at least two weeks after a laser hair removal session.

When Will I See Results?

When you return home after your session at Dr. LoBuono’s, you’ll still see your unwanted hair, and your skin will be slightly red. What? The hairs are not instantly gone, as with waxing or depilatory creams. But the vehicle for their growth is now damaged or destroyed. Without the follicle to anchor them, the hairs will begin to fall out over the following days. It’s best not to try and accelerate the process by scrubbing or plucking.

After a few days, you’ll notice a disconcerting thing — it looks as if there is new hair growth on the treatment area. Not to worry. This is a sign that the laser energy was successful in zapping the follicles. Hair that was down below the skin in the follicles is being pushed out and shed. That is what you’re seeing.

Remember, not all of the hair in the treatment area will fall out. The hair that was in the growth phase will, but other hairs that weren’t will still be there. Usually the affected hair will be about 20 percent of the total during that session. That’s why multiple sessions are necessary — to catch more and more hair in the growth phase

Cost Of Laser Hair Removal

As each patient is unique, the cost of the laser hair removal treatment can vary. Factors that affect the cost include skin type, hair thickness, hair color, and the area to be treated. To discover what you can expect to pay for your treatment, we invite you to contact our Spring Lake office so our office staff can provide you with a customized quote.

Schedule An Appointment Today!

To schedule your laser hair removal appointment, please contact our Spring Lake, NJ that proudly serves Monmouth County and beyond. We look forward to meeting you!

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We take Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Please call the office for further information about our insurances.

Please call us at 732.449.0167 to schedule your appointment!

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 8:30am to 7:30pm
Tuesday: 12pm to 5:30pm
Wednesday: 8:30am to 5:30pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 8am to 1:30pm
Closed Weekends

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