FAQ Laser | Clinique de le Croix d'Or Geneva

IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL PAINFUL?

Laser hair removal should not be very painful. The treatment can be sensitive for some patients, but never unbearable. If this is the case, mention it immediately to the professional who is taking care of you. This would mean that the laser is not adjusted correctly and you could possibly get burned.

Although the first two sessions may be more unpleasant than the following ones, laser hair removal is not a very painful treatment for most patients. If you are really sensitive and the first session scares you, an anesthetic cream may be prescribed by the doctor. However, rest assured, as the hairs become finer and finer as the sessions progress, the sensations will be less and less unpleasant. Be aware that the sensitivity of the skin also varies depending on the areas treated.

IS LASER A DEFINITIVE SOLUTION?

Laser hair removal is considered a permanent solution, as it destroys at least 80% of hair. The remaining 20% corresponds to very fine down. However, depending on hormonal changes, regrowth in certain areas may be observed. This is the case, for example, on certain areas of the face in women after pregnancy or during menopause.

In men, the risk of regrowth is higher due to testosterone production. So, if you are interested in laser hair removal and you are a man, an annual or biannual maintenance may be considered after a first treatment cycle has been completed.

IS LASER SUITABLE FOR HAIR REMOVAL IN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE FACE?

For laser hair removal on the face, you will need the advice of the doctors at our Croix d'Or laser center. Indeed, thick hair can be treated with a classic laser. However, this use is totally prohibited on downy hair. You would risk paradoxical regrowth, i.e. the appearance of real hair where there were none.

If your downy hair is bothering you in your daily life, our specialists can direct you to specific sessions for this type of fine hair.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE WITH PULSED LIGHT HAIR REMOVAL?

Laser hair removal targets a very specific area and thus effectively removes hair. On the other hand, pulsed light produces light over a larger area. This technology is very useful in dermatology, particularly to combat skin aging, but it is not very effective for permanent hair removal.

At the laser center of the Croix d'Or clinic, we would like to warn you against offers of permanent hair removal that are too tempting. Some practitioners who are not very rigorous guarantee you perfect results at a low price. Very often, this involves treatment using pulsed light, and not laser. In addition to being ineffective, this can be dangerous for dark skin that risks burning.

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IS LASER DANGEROUS FOR HEALTH?

Laser centers have been using this technology for permanent hair removal for over 25 years. It has been proven that the penetration of photons does not exceed a few millimeters. Therefore, there is no risk that the laser will have harmful effects on your body. Thanks to the experience we have in laser hair removal, we can guarantee that even sensitive areas such as the breasts or ovaries are not affected during permanent hair removal.

There is still one part of the body for which laser can be dangerous. It is the eyes. This may seem obvious, but it is always good to remember that the patient, like the practitioner, must be attentive and always wear protective glasses or dedicated metal shells.

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ARE THERE ANY RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH LASER TREATMENT FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO HAVE CHILDREN?

Since laser hair removal is safe for the ovaries and breasts, there is no risk for women who want children. This treatment is also available from the end of your puberty, without endangering fertility.

However, you should know that a woman's hair can grow in new areas after pregnancy. Thus, it is not uncommon for some patients to see some hairs appear again postpartum. In this case, new laser hair removal should be planned to remove this new hair. Do not hesitate to contact our laser center based in Geneva, Switzerland, our doctors will be able to advise you.

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CAN LASER HAIR REMOVAL CAUSE SCARRING?

Performed by professionals, laser hair removal does not cause scarring. In rare cases, small scabs may appear in the days following the session. They are not dangerous and disappear in 8 to 10 days. This usually happens in people who have very sensitive skin or if you have been exposed to the sun before and have not reported it to your doctor.

For laser hair removal, it is imperative not to be tanned. You risk permanent spots on the skin. On the other hand, you can safely expose yourself to the sun quickly after your sessions, while protecting your skin with a “protection 50” sun cream.

FROM WHAT AGE CAN WE START LASER SESSIONS?

The advantage of laser hair removal is that you can start the sessions as soon as you have finished puberty! The younger you are, the more sessions you will need, but after that, hair removal will be a thing of the past and you will always be perfectly groomed.

In some cases, touch-up sessions may be scheduled, but this is nothing compared to monthly waxing. In Geneva, come and benefit from the expertise of the professionals at the Croix d'Or laser clinic. Our doctors will be able to advise you and take care of you and your skin.

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LASER HAIR REMOVAL : THE FAQ