Laser Hair Removal

Hair removal techniques are offered by expert cosmetic and plastic surgery physicians at UW Health Transformations in Madison, Wisconsin, using the latest technology to help those who desire smoother, silkier skin without using razors or waxes.

 

Our Transformations physicians use state-of-the-art laser techniques or intense pulsed light therapy (IPL) to eliminate unwanted hair.

 

During a laser hair removal procedure, a laser emits a gentle beam of light which is only absorbed by the hair follicle (leaving the skin unharmed). The laser delivers energy that is absorbed in the hair and transformed to heat. The heat destroys the hair follicle within a small fraction of a second. The result is smooth, hairless skin on almost any part of the body.

 

Our physicians also use intense pulsed light (IPL) to remove unwanted hair from the face or body. This procedure works by emitting intense pulses of light instead of lasers. Once the light is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicles, the hair follicles are destroyed.

 

 

 

Advances in medicine now make it possible for physicians to supplement surgical treatment with laser technology, leaving patients with minimal pain and scarring. With laser treatments, a high-energy beam of light transfers energy into select areas of tissue, treating damaged skin and preserving healthy tissue.

Hair-removal is a popular non-surgical, non-invasive technique for permanent removal of unwanted hair. During laser hair-removal treatment, a low energy laser passes through the patient's skin and is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle. With each treatment, a percentage of the follicles are instantly and permanently disabled. No anesthesia is typically necessary.

 

 

You will experience very minimal, if any, discomfort and can return to normal activities immediately following the procedure. Sometimes patients experience localized, temporary skin redness or swelling following treatments.

Your physician may prescribe a specially formulated skin care product following laser treatment. You will also need to use sunscreen for treated areas during sun-exposure.

 

Multiple laser treatments are typically required to achieve desired result.