Light Therapy for Better Hair Reduction.
In the care of our experienced Houston laser hair removal providers, patients can almost entirely eliminate the need for tweezing or waxing!
While no laser hair removal technology is permanent, Studio Essex offers the advanced Icon™️ Aesthetic System, which uses a 1064 ND Yag wavelength to target and reduce hair safely and effectively anywhere on the body.
Laser Hair Removal
also known as: laser hair reduction
Light energy directed into a patient's skin over the course of multiple sessions to reduce hair thickness and density
Procedure Overview
Addresses
Back & Shoulders
Arms & Legs
Neck & Chest
Intimate Area
Chin & Upper Lip
Procedure Time
15 - 90 minutes
Eligibility
Female & Male
18+
Non-Smoker
Possible Side Effects
Redness
Minor Swelling
Sensitivity to the Sun
Frequently Asked Questions
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Effective Treatment. Low-Maintenance Results.
The safest technology in the most capable hands means that Houston laser hair removal patients leave Studio Essex with less ingrown hairs and reduced hair thickness with zero downtime.
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What to Expect
Before, During, and After Laser Hair Removal in Houston
1. Attend a One-on-One Consultation.
Prior to getting laser hair removal Houston patients will first meet with a Studio Essex provider for a one-on-one consultation. We take the time to get to know you—your goals, medical history, skin type and tone, hair thickness and density, and the size of your desired treatment area(s).
2. Approve Your Treatment Plan.
Your Houston laser hair removal aesthetician will advise you on the ideal options for addressing your unwanted hair. We build a highly personalized treatment plan that will dictate the number of initial sessions you need, as well as a custom long-term maintenance plan.
3. Getting Laser Hair Removal.
Your experienced laser technician will glide the laser hair removal device across the treatment area. The light energy targets and destroys the cells responsible for hair growth—with no damage to the surrounding skin.
4. Follow Up.
Following laser hair removal Houston patients’ results will not be obvious until about 2 to 3 weeks after treatment. Over the course of your sessions, the speed at which your hair grows will continue to slow; remaining hairs will gradually become less thick and dense. If total hair removal is your goal, you may need between 9 to 12 sessions to completely remove hair due to the body's hair growth cycles.
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Driven By Our Mission: Enhancing Your Natural Features with Laser Hair Removal.
Studio Essex, the medical aesthetics clinic led by board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Downey and Dr. Bullocks, is proud to offer medical aesthetic technologies & services to residents of Houston. Our ultimate goal is to offer you a welcoming environment, a phenomenal patient experience, and cutting-edge technology that you won’t find anywhere else in Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal in Houston
Laser hair removal is one of the most common cosmetic procedures in the United States. It involves using an intense pulsating beam of light called a laser in order to remove unwanted hair from a variety of areas on the body. During the laser hair removal process, the laser beam effectively penetrates through the surface of the skin to each individual hair follicle. As the powerful laser damages each follicle, it inhibits hair growth in the treated area for a long period of time.
Although laser hair removal is usually effective at slowing the growth of hair, there is no guarantee that the removal will be long-lasting or permanent. In most cases, several treatments are necessary for the best results and routine maintenance may be needed for certain individuals to stay hair-free. At Studio Essex, we use the Icon™ Aesthetic System for all laser hair removal procedures.
The total cost for your laser hair removal procedure will depend on a variety of factors, such as the size of the treated area, number of sessions needed, and more. At Heights Plastic Surgery, we accept cash and all major credit cards. We are also happy to offer financing through CareCredit® for patients.
Before your appointment, we will instruct you to avoid prolonged sun exposure and ensure you have not taken any antibiotics 2 weeks prior to treatment. The day of your laser hair removal treatment in Houston at Studio Essex, your medical aesthetician will apply a topical anesthetic to your desired treated area. This will ensure you will remain as comfortable as possible throughout the entirety of your treatment. We will then start applying bursts of laser technology using the Icon™ Aesthetic System onto your desired treated area. Each treatment session typically takes under an hour to complete.
Because laser hair removal is a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment, there is no formal downtime or recovery period associated with the procedure. Patients often return to their normal daily activities including work immediately following their treatment. Many patients report experiencing redness, tenderness, and swelling around their treated areas; however, this typically subsides on its own within a few days of treatment. Dr. Downey, Dr. Bullocks, and their team recommend protecting treated areas from direct sunlight and applying sunscreen every day to aid in a smooth and quick recovery. It’s imperative to avoid prolonged sun exposure to the treated area for 2 weeks after each session.
While many patients will see up to a 25 percent reduction in hair growth after the first treatment, Dr. Downey and Dr. Bullocks may recommend up to six laser hair removal treatments to achieve your desired results. Dr. Downey and Dr. Bullocks also recommends coming in for regular maintenance treatments once a year to ensure you remain hair-free.
Because we use the 1064 ND Yag wavelength for laser hair removal, we are able to treat all skin types—this wavelength is long enough to penetrate safely past melanin in the skin. Good candidates for laser hair removal are patients who are in good general health and are frustrated with their unwanted body hair. We encourage our patients to have realistic expectations of their hair removal results. Ideal candidates for laser hair reduction experience unwanted hair in any of the following areas:
- Back
- Shoulders
- Arms
- Chest
- Intimate area
- Legs
- Neck
- Upper lip
- Chin
People who are not good candidates for laser hair removal in Houston are those who are pregnant; taking certain medications; are prone to cold sores; have genital herpes; have or have had skin cancer; or have keloid scars.
Talk to your healthcare provider before having laser hair removal.
