Affordable Laser Hair Removal in Sandy Springs, GA

Hair growth in unwanted places like bikini lines, underarms, on the face, or elsewhere can cause discomfort and confidence issues. Fortunately, laser hair removal provides a non-invasive and effective option for men and women. While traditional methods like shaving, plucking, bleaching, or waxing can help deal with unwanted hair, these processes are messy and only provide temporary relief.

Harley Institute offers personalized laser hair removal in Sandy Springs, GA to help reduce unwanted hair across the face, legs, arms, back, bikini area, and other body regions with customized treatment plans.

Our Laser Hair Removal Process

During a laser hair removal session, the specialists at Harley Institute use a beam of light at a specific wavelength to target the root of the hair and disable new growth. This simple, yet effective procedure, is performed in-office and usually lasts anywhere from 15 minutes to 2 hours. By targeting unwanted hair follicles, laser removal provides long-lasting results and prevents the need for frequent visits.

After laser hair removal in Sandy Springs, patients often experience mild discomfort in the treatment areas. This sensation is often described as a small rubber band snapping against the skin, and usually clears after several hours. If the discomfort persists, consult our anti-aging specialists to determine whether a topical anesthesia or other remedy can be applied following treatment.

When it comes to laser hair removal, one treatment is not enough to achieve the desired results. Patients may undergo 3-6 treatments over a 3-year period, ensuring thinner and lighter hair growth between sessions. Research shows that laser hair removal can reduce up to 75% of hair growth on average. However, this can vary depending on hair type and skin features, and other crucial factors that affect hair growth.

Is hair reduction using laser permanent?

Treatment results may vary among patients. The Altus CoolGlide Laser is cleared by the FDA for Permanent Hair Reduction. The FDA defines permanent hair reduction as the long term, stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing after a treatment regime.

Will it work on dark skin?

The Cutera CoolGlide Laser is FDA-approved for use in types I to VI skin, that is, from the whitest white to the darkest dark. Care is taken with the darker shades of skin, but excellent results can be obtained in black skin.

What does it feel like?

The laser treatment may feel like a mild sting for a fraction of a second. It has a built-in cooling tip that not only helps to protect the skin but also helps to minimize the discomfort.

How long do the treatments take?

An upper lip and chin can be done in 5 to 10 minutes. Underarms or bikini lines usually take 15 to 20 minutes. Legs and backs take longer. Very often, follow-up treatments are shorter (and less expensive) because there is much less hair to treat.

How many treatments are necessary?

This is very important to understand. Hair goes through 3 stages of development. Typically in the anagen stage, the hair will respond more effectively to treatment. At any given time, only one third of human hair is in the anagen stage. For this reason, it is necessary to treat an area at least 3 times with the treatments spaced approximately 6 weeks apart in order to see the best and longest lasting results. Darker hair will respond better, but both dark and light hair may need up to 5 treatments for maximum response and the best long-term results.

Results - What can I expect?

There is often no immediate change. Your skin may get slightly red or even develop a small crust that will peel. The laser may leave small red marks on your skin. The marks clear up in a few days. The hair that has been destroyed will not start to fall out for 2-3 weeks. Many times it will get darker and thicker just before it falls out. Don't worry if you do not see an obvious change immediately after your first treatment.