cosmetic

October 1, 2024

What Should I Know Before My Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

Educational, Laser Hair Removal cosmetic, educational, laser hair removal, laser treatments, treatments

woman-checks-her-legs Laser hair removal is one of the things that has gone from a curiosity to one of the most consistently in-demand cosmetic treatments there is in recent years. That’s certainly the case here at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center. Temporary hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, and plucking simply cannot compete with a proven long-term solution to unwanted hair. The fall season is here, and this is an incredibly popular time for laser hair removal, which is why our aesthetic experts wanted to use this blog post to explain a few things that anyone should know before their laser hair removal treatments.

The Treatment is Safe & Not Painful

Here at Laser Lights, patient safety is always our top priority. Which is why our providers are licensed and only use top-of-the-market FDA-approved laser technology. During treatment, we may use a cooling device or topical cooling gel to help protect the treated skin and alleviate any potential discomfort. Although intense laser energy will be used to damage hair follicles, the treatment is not painful. Most patients say getting laser hair removal can be a little uncomfortable during the procedure, but that this is quick and after the treatment they are fine.

Prepare Skin Before Treatment

The day or two before a laser hair removal treatment, we highly recommend trimming and shaving the areas that are being treated. Doing so will allow the laser to better penetrate the skin and target the hair follicles underneath. Leaving hair on the surface of the treatment area can make it more difficult for the laser to effectively reach the follicle and do its job. And while shaving is a must, do not wax your skin before laser hair removal, as this can remove the hair’s root and make laser hair removal ineffective.

Full Hair Removal Results Will Take Time

If it’s been a couple days since your treatment and you’re not fully satisfied with your laser hair removal results, it’s important to be patient. Some degree of hair removal will be visible immediately after your treatment session, but laser hair removal is a process and multiple treatment sessions will likely be required to achieve the full hair loss many patients desire. Realistically, you can expect between a 10% to 25% reduction in hair in the treated area after the first treatment. Most patients need between 2 to 6 treatments (as well as a touch-up treatment each year or so), but this depends on several factors, including the specific hair growth cycle each patient experiences.

While it seems like there may be a lot to know before you can enjoy laser hair removal, the truth is that our cosmetic experts work hard to make sure our patients can relax and trust that they are in safe hands when they come to visit us. This combined experience, knowledge, skill, and care is what has made us one of metro Atlanta’s favorite med spas for so long! For more information or to schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation, contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and to subscribe to our newsletter for regular practice updates, skin care tips, and more.

September 25, 2024

What To Know Before Undergoing Non-Surgical Hair Restoration

Hair Restoration cosmetic, educational, hair restoration, natural growth factors, treatments

before-after-balding-scalp Patients seeking solutions to issues with hair loss and hair thinning have more proven and dependable options than ever before. But inquiring about hair restoration treatments is merely the first step that needs to be taken in the journey to regrowing lost hair. And knowing how to proceed beyond this point can often be challenging. Thankfully, the aesthetic experts here at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are here to help. We wanted to take some time today to discuss a few things that anyone interested in non-surgical hair restoration should know before their treatment appointment.

There Are Different Non-Surgical Hair RestorationTreatment Methods Available

Our experts perform non-surgical hair restoration services that use natural growth factors to help our patients naturally regrow some of their lost hair. These treatments work by delivering natural growth factors directly to the scalp with the use of a microneedling device or cosmetic injections. Once this has been done, these growth factors are able to effectively stimulate and promote new hair growth, while regenerating damaged tissue and hair follicles. Both treatment methods are very safe and proven to deliver outstanding and long-lasting hair restoration results.

No Chemicals or Additives Are Used During This Treatment

We say “natural growth factors” because there are no external chemicals or additives used during our non-surgical hair restoration treatments. Human blood consists of plasma, as well as red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. These growth factors, proteins that are essential for the body’s natural healing responses, are found within the platelets. We use a process known as centrifugation to safely separate these growth factors from the red and white blood cells, and then deliver them directly back into the scalp for the maximum hair growth impact.

Downtime After Non-Surgical Hair Restoration Treatments Will Be Very Minimal

Unlike hair transplant procedures, our growth factor hair restoration treatment is non-invasive and non-surgical. This means downtime after the treatment is far shorter and less intensive. In fact, patients are able return to their normal daily routines including work, school, and exercise immediately following their treatment. Some minor temporary redness or swelling in the scalp may occur, but we can apply a topical numbing agent to the area to minimize any potential post-treatment discomfort.

It’s understandable to have a lot of questions or concerns regarding treatments like this. That’s why our providers work so hard during consultation appointments to make sure our patients always feel at-ease, informed, and fully prepared before any treatment takes place. For more information or to schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation, contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and to subscribe to our newsletter for regular practice updates, skin care tips, and more.

August 30, 2024

How Laser Lights Proves The Best Experience for Every Patient

Testimonials cosmetic, educational, laser treatments, testimonials, treatments

woman-receives-facial-massage With so many medical spas and providers of cosmetic services available to choose from, it can be hard for a practice like ours to stand out. However, one way we do so is by boasting a strong team of caring and knowledgeable cosmetic experts. It’s one thing for a medical spa to have one trusted provider that patients can count on. It’s quite another when patients know that no matter who performs their treatment, they are in the hands of an experienced, licensed expert that will deliver the best-possible experience and aesthetic results. With this in mind, we wanted to share a few medical spa testimonials we have received to show the impact that our entire staff can have on our patients.

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a wonderful staff that you can see enjoys what they are doing. I’ve had wonderful experiences after having a few different services with great results. I’ve been going for 5 years now, and recommend people try them out.”

– SM

“I just had the best, most amazing facial by Nicole! My skin looks and feels amazing. Diana was so helpful booking my appointment and checking out at the end. Great customer service is hard to come by these days and this place knocks it out of the park!”

– AW

“Love, love, love this establishment! The staff is so personable and welcoming; they make you truly enjoy coming in and spending your hard earned money! I have had several procedures with their laser center, so I will briefly touch on each. Vida handled all of my laser tattoo removal, she is amazing at what she does and kind. She will ensure that you get the best results possible. Oreta performed my body contouring, she is patient and soft handled; always made sure to focus on my trouble areas to achieve the best results. Dawn is helping me with weight loss. She is very informative and will not recommend anything if you are not a good candidate, she is good at what she does! Dawn will also do my fillers which I’m sure will be amazing, as her work is just that. Lastly, Diana the front desk receptionist is accommodating, always pleasant, and just so down to earth. Love this place! They are like another friendly family. I highly recommend Laser Lights and feel confident that whatever procedure you’re having done will be done with patience, care, and knowledge.”

– ST

We always do our best to make sure that every patient we treat, regardless of their reason for visiting us, leaves feeling as satisfied and happy with their appointment as possible. That’s why hearing such positive feedback like this means so much to us. For more information or to schedule a cosmetic consultation today, contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and to subscribe to our newsletter for regular practice updates, skin care tips, and more.

August 6, 2024

What’s In The Numbers? Current Stats on Non-Surgical Treatments!

Facial Injections, Laser Skin Resurfacing cosmetic, educational, injectables, laser treatments, treatments

woman-checks-her-face The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recently released their annual statistical report, and one thing we couldn’t ignore is the surge in non-surgical cosmetic treatments. The demand for plastic surgery has grown considerably over the last few years, and so too has the popularity of non-surgical treatments intended to help people improve their appearance without the need for surgery. Our aesthetic experts wanted to dive into the numbers and discuss a few of the more interesting things found in these statistics.

Overall, non-surgical treatments saw a 7% increase from the previous year, and accounted for 25,442,640.
Unsurprisingly, neuromodulator injections like Botox® and Dysport® were the most in-demand cosmetic treatment performed last year. The 9,480,949 reported treatments of these injectables accounted for a 9% increase from the prior year, which was also tied for the biggest year-to-year increase. Needless to say, it doesn’t look like the demand for these injectables is going away any time soon.
The rest of the top-5 in order was: facial filler injections, skin resurfacing treatments (including lasers), laser skin treatments (hair removal, tattoo removal, and vein treatment), and lip augmentation.
Across all age groups, minimally invasive treatments are currently outpacing plastic surgeries for the face and body.
Facial fillers are hugely popular with patients between 40-55, as 35% of all treatments were done on this group.
Younger patients (those between 20-29) increased their use of facial rejuvenation treatments like chemical peels and microdermabrasion by nearly 6%, reinforcing the trend of younger patients than ever participating in preemptive cosmetic treatments to help deter signs of aging before they occur.

The whole report was very interesting, but these are the bits that most stuck out to us. As cosmetic technology continues to advance and more outstanding options become available each year, we see no reason why these numbers will take a downward turn any time soon. For more information or if you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment, please contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. You can keep up with us on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram for more practice updates, skin care tips, and more.

July 26, 2024

Regretting Your Tattoo? We Have The Solution

Educational, Tattoo Removal cosmetic, educational, laser treatments, tattoo removal, treatments

man-with-tattoos-on-shoulder-back Few things in this world truly last forever, but tattoos are one of them. For many people, this is a good thing. For others, a tattoo can become a burden and source of considerable regret. In the past, there weren’t many good options for people who wanted a redo on their ink, but modern cosmetic breakthroughs have thankfully changed that. Today, our aesthetic experts wanted to discuss laser tattoo removal and how it can be incredibly helpful for people in this situation.

There are good reasons to remove a tattoo as the years go on. People’s tastes and preferences change over time. Additionally, some tattoos can serve as reminders of certain people, places, or things that someone may want to forget. Some people’s tattoo (or tattoos) may become a hindrance when searching for a new job depending on the environment. The truth is, it doesn’t really matter why someone wants to have a tattoo removed. The only thing that matters to us is being able to deliver a satisfactory tattoo removal result that our patients can count on.

Tattoo ink is permanent because the ink particles used are too big to be removed naturally by your immune system. Laser tattoo removal treatments work by targeting these specific pigments with wavelengths of light energy. The light is able to break the ink pigments into tiny particles that the body will be able to absorb over time. Our FDA-approved laser tattoo removal system is proven safe and highly effective for all skin types.

Laser tattoo removal is not painful, but some patients may feel varying degrees of discomfort during their treatment session. This is why in some cases, we may utilize a topical numbing cream to minimize any potential discomfort. Most patients will require multiple treatment sessions (paced 4-6 weeks apart), but we will discuss this during your pre-treatment consultation appointment as this will be determined by the tattoo color, depth as well as other considerations.

If you’re concerned about your tattoo and are seeking a long-term solution, laser tattoo removal can be just the thing to help you move on and start fresh. For more information or if you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment, please contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. You can keep up with us on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram for more practice updates, skin care tips, and more.

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