If you always wanted to have your hair removed permanently but never dared doing so because of fear of pain, then you may be happy to know that there is now a new generation of diode lasers. They represent the gold standard for laser hair removal and deliver a pain free and effective hair removal treatment that is safe for all skin types.

Other lasers used to work with the standard pulse method of treatment. However, the diode lasers use a modern in-motion technology which results in a continuous sweeping motion. During the treatment, a high energy light beam goes through the skin and is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle. Instead of going into the skin as a painful blast, the laser energy just heats the hair follicles in a safe and gentle way, until the follicles gradually produce little or no hair.

Is laser hair removal with diode lasers safe?

Laser hair removal is a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved treatment that is considered effective and safe. Since laser hair removal does not effect surrounding skin tissues but only destroys the capability of hair growth, it is considered a popular and safe way for permanent hair removal.

How often do I need to repeat the procedure?

The number of treatments depends on the individual as hairs grows differently depending on your age, metabolism, hormones weight and several other factors. But as a guide about 4-6 treatments are required to achieve a permanent reduction of hair growth.

Several sessions are required because hair grows in different stages. About 85% of your hair will be in the active growth stage. This stage lasts several years and your hair is rich in melanin. Melanin is essential for good hair removal.

For which parts of the body is laser hair treatment most suitable?

Hair removal can be performed on almost any part of the body. However, most people use this treatment for their legs, underarms, arms and the upper lip area.

Which laser hair removal method is used?

The diode laser that we recommend is the Soprano XL which uses the IN-MotionT technology that treats in a continuous sweeping motion. No more pain from pulsed movements and a relaxing, effective treatment that some people even compare to a hot stone massage!

Dr Isabelle Yeoh from IYAC Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Clinic at Camden Medical Centre in Singapore specialises in permanent hair removal with diode lasers. Contact the clinic for a consultation at (65) 6738 9989