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Infini Cosmetic Associates
7473 East Osborn Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-946-7100

Candela Gentlelase Plus® for Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal has never been easier. Imagine having your unwanted hair disappear! Now with a flash of light, unwanted hair can be removed permanently and safely. The Candela GentleLase Plus® removes unwanted hair on the face, back, legs, bikini line or just about anywhere else. Hair removal is safe and effective, usually in just four or five treatments. Contact Infini to make your appointment today!

Imagine not having to shave, wax, tweeze or undergo electrolysis again. Enjoy the freedom that hair removal with the GentleLase Plus® system, with no more stubble, shadow, creams, or painful waxing. You can get the look that you want that will last a lifetime. For more info read our Frequently Asked Questions or browse our Price List.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many treatments does it take to clear an area?
2-5

Should I expect to be hair free in the treated area after the series of treatments?
You can expect to be about 95% free of hair after five treatments. Any remaining hair will be wispy and insignificant. No laser gets better results than Gentle Lase.

Is laser hair removal permanent?
Laser hair removal has been in use for some time, and stable hair loss has been reported as far back as seven years, however "permanence" cannot be claimed at this time.

Why does the hair appear to still be there, and why will it look like it's growing for 1-3 weeks post treatment?
The laser does not remove the hair at the time of treatment, but the hair will fall out, or be "shed" 1-3 weeks after treatment.

Why does the laser not work well on blond, gray or red hair?
The laser energy interacts with pigment or "melanin" in the hair root, and these hair colors either don't have much/any melanin in them, or it is of a type (pheomelanin) that does not absorb light as well as the other form of melanin (eumelanin).

Why must patients not use any form of epilation for 6 weeks prior to treatment with the GentleLASE?
The hair root has to be present for the laser to work. If the patient has removed it with waxing, plucking, or electrolysis, then there is nothing for the laser energy to interact with.

Why must tanning be avoided for 6 weeks before and after treatment?
Sun-tanned skin decreases the effectiveness of the treatment. It also makes it more likely that the patient will experience darker skin (hyperpigmentation), lighter skin (hypopigmentation) or blistering from the treatment.

Why must the area to be treated be shaved just prior, or up to 2 days before treatment?
Surface hair, if present, will be singed off, increasing the risk of a burn, as well as keeping energy from getting to the root of the hair follicle.

Why must everyone in the treatment room wear protective eyewear?
The GentleLASE is a high powered laser system, and can cause eye injury if proper eyewear is not worn while the laser is used.

Can any area of the body be treated?
Yes, with the exception of eyelashes, and shaping of eyebrows due to the proximity of the eye and the danger of eye injury with a laser.

Does the treatment hurt?
A sharp stinging sensation is felt after each pulse during treatment. However, most patients who have waxed or had electrolysis report that it feels less painful than those types of treatments. If the patient thinks it is too uncomfortable, then the practitioner may provide a topical anesthetic prior to treatment. Most patients have no residual pain within 20-30 minutes after treatment.

What are possible side effects of laser hair removal?
Side effects can include blistering, darker skin (hyperpigmentation), lighter skin (hypopigmentation) or scarring. Risks of these side effects are minimized if the patient closely follows treatment instructions.

How long will the treatments last?
Depending on the area to be done, the treatment could last anywhere from 1-2 minutes, to up to approximately I hour. Underarms, back of the neck, and bikini areas are usually treated in approximately 2-5 minutes, while large areas like full legs and a full back can take up to an hour.

What will the treated area look like after treatment?
The skin in the treated area will have some redness (erythema), and the hair follicles will "welt" up, looking like goose bumps on the skin for approximately 1-2 hours. This effect can last for up to a couple days in some patients.

How long will it be before I notice re-growth in the treated area?
Depending on the individual, the treatment parameters, and area of the body involved, it may be anywhere from 2-4 months before any re-growth is observed.

What is a "test area", and why is it performed?
"Test areas" are small areas of skin that are treated at various laser energy levels prior to treatment of large surface areas on darker skin types. "Test areas" are done on darker skin types to determine the level of energy that is best for that individual. Light skin types, generally don't have to have test areas done, but that is determined by the practitioner

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