What Is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is a clinically proven long-term hair reduction method that uses laser light. This laser light is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair, creating heat, which damages hair follicles in such a way as to inhibit regrowth.
We have recently become an NHS approved provider for Laser hair removal.
Setsuko Beauty Clinic uses a High-Quality laser to give you the best results. We use the MOTUS AY, an Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser that can be used on all skin types. Longer-term solutions are becoming more popular, so why not choose Setsuko Beauty Clinic for Laser Hair Removal in Somerset?
Setsuko also specialises in PCOS facial hair and Hollywood Laser Hair Removal.
Benefits of Laser Hair Removal
1. Long-Term Hair Reduction
Reduce hair up to 85-90%.
2. Boost Confidence
Getting rid of unwanted hair can be a life-changing experience for many people.
3. Reduce Ingrown Hair
Ingrown hair can be painful and unattractive, increasing the risks of infection. Laser treatment can help to reduce ingrowing hair.
4. Save Time & Money
Can save you time and money in the long term by not repeating short-term solutions.
5. Smoother Skin
Achieve smoother skin all year round.
6. Environmentally Friendly
Every year, 2 billion razors are thrown away, but a significant amount is not in landfills, and 32% of plastic products end up in the ocean. Laser Hair Removal will significantly reduce the negative impact on our planet.
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MOTUS AY from LYNTON LASERS
Our MOTUS AY Laser is the world’s first FDA-approved True Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser machine. This cutting-edge device is fast, safe, and highly effective on ALL skin colours. The Motus AY is used by top aesthetic clinics & NHS hospitals. In addition, we use a CRYO Cooling machine, which helps soothe and cool down your skin.
Types of Hair Removal Laser
Several types of laser can be used for hair removal. Every kind of Laser creates light at a specific wavelength:
The Alexandrite laser has a shorter wavelength compared to other hair removal lasers and has the best melanin energy absorption. As the skin can also absorb this energy, it is usually best used on people with lighter skin tones.
The Nd:YAG laser has a longer wavelength that is less easily absorbed by the skin, making the YAG laser safe and best for people with darker skin tones.
Procedures
How many treatments will I need? Please read our articles on How many sessions? and, Are laser treatments permanent?
1. Consultation
You can choose either Virtual or Face-To-Face consultation.
2. Patch Test
Once you are happy with your consultation, Setsuko will book your patch test. A patch test is only applied to a small area to identify the most effective settings for you.
3. First Session
If no adverse reaction occurs within one week of a patch test, Setsuko can start your first session.
4. Aftercare
Setsuko will give you aftercare advice on how to look after your skin.
LASER or IPL HAIR REMOVAL?
Laser and IPL are not the same. Lasers are more targeted and powerful than IPL.
Lasers produce light at a specific wavelength. Several types of laser are used for hair removal: Alexandrite, Nd:YAG and Diode. Some wavelengths are absorbed more efficiently by hair and skin than others, so using the correct laser for your hair and skin colour will give you safe and effective results.
IPL stands for Intense Pulse Light. It uses a broad pulse light source; "Image a powerful camera flash". The light produced by IPL is over a range of wavelengths, so the energy is not transmitted to hair as efficiently as laser light.
The quality of the machine, the training of the practitioner and the maintenance of the equipment can have a massive impact on the effect of treatment. Please see further details on our FAQ.
LASER light is:
Nearly 100% of laser light is one pure colour.
Light is emitted as a relatively narrow beam in a specific direction, making the light very powerful.
The light is totally reinforcing and in phase in space and time.
IPL light is:
The light has many different colours and only a certain percentage of those colours are effective in the treatment of hair removal.
Light is emitted in many directions away from the source.
Many different wavelengths are generated and therefore some scatter in the skin.
Setsuko Beauty offers Laser treatments in Taunton, Bridgwater, Weston-Super-Mare, Burnham-on-Sea, Yeovil, Minehead, Chard and Somerset areas.