Laser Hair Removal
for all skin types

Before revealing the specificities of the different lasers, let us explain how they work:

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Laser produces a light beam at a specific  and precise wavelength which targets the melanin pigment of the hair. The melanin then absorbs this energy and converts it into heat. As a result the heat destroys the hair follicle, which means that it can never grow back. The more melanin, the more effective the laser will be. The epidermis remains intact and the surrounding tissues are not damaged.

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Once the hair follicle has been destroyed, it is almost impossible for future growth to take place. 80-95% of hair is removed during the treatment, although this can depend on the client’s age and the area being treated. It is worth noting that Laser hair removal is not suitable for blonde, white, gray, or red hairs because lasers are not effective on light-colored hair.

Laser treatment for body and face hair is safe and effective. It is a wonderful, long-term alternative for women and men  who are frustrated or experience problems with traditional shaving.

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The Alexandrite laser
The Alexandrite is a semi-precious stone that filters light at a wavelength of 755 nm. This wavelength corresponds to the maximum absorption peak of melanin. As a result, the light beam penetrates the hair root very precisely without needing a high level of intensity.

All scientific studies agree that the Alexandrite is currently the laser that offers the most convincing results on fair and medium skin types.

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The Nd-Yag laser
Nd-Yag is the most appropriate laser for the treatment of dark skin types. This laser works at a wavelength of 1064 nm, which has a low level of absorption by melanin and therefore the light beam penetrates deeper into the hair root.

The thermal effect on the hair is low and ensures a high level of intensity. This laser is recommended for long-term hair removal on dark skin or deeply rooted hair.

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The Diode Laser
The Diode Laser, which is much less efficient than the Alexandrite, operates on a wavelength from 810 to 980 nm, so it has a wider spectrum than the Alexandrite and the Nd-Yag.

This wavelength has a low level of absorption by melanin and therefore the light beam penetrates deeper into the hair root.

The lower absorption by melanin is both an advantage (tanning and skin pigmentation are not greatly affected) and a disadvantage (lighter and finer hairs resist the treatment).

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Are there other techniques available for permanent or long-term hair removal?

IPL technology, or Intense Pulsed Light,  is not laser, and often confused with laser hair removal. These two hair removal techniques are very different, both in terms of safety and effectiveness.

IPL -Intense Pulsed Light
The lamps used in IPL provide less selective, less powerful and more diffused light than lasers. Since the pulsed light is much less strong it only weakens the hair follicles, and therefore cannot guarantee a permanent result.

Therefore, the results are often temporary and disappointing for the client, and it also has a significant risk of burn marks.

… versus laser
The laser, on the other hand, emits a powerful, more selective energy beam that completely destroys the hair follicle. This makes the treatment truly permanent.

Laser hair removal is the only technique that can guarantee you a permanent, safe and effective solution for unwanted hair growth.

 Derma HUB  opted  to utilize a Triple Wavelength Laser technology that combines Alexandrite, Diode and ND-YAG. This type of technology stack is highly efficient for  permanent hair removal  on all 6 Fitz Patrick skin types, from light to the darkest skin tones. 

It is important to be well informed about the different techniques of permanent hair removal before you make your choice.

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