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Treatment Factors

The colour of the hair

One of the most important treatment factors for laser hair removal is there must be a concentration of colour in the hair to absorb the laser light otherwise the treatment will not work. Light-assisted hair removal laser/VPL is not effective on grey, red toned or blonde hair, under these circumstances we are able to offer electrolysis.

The skin colour

Skin type is determined genetically and is one of the many aspects of your overall appearance, which also includes colour of eyes, hair etc. The way your skin reacts to sun exposure is another important factor in correctly assessing your skin type. Recent tanning (sunbathing, artificial tanning or tanning creams) has a major impact on the evaluation of your skin colour and it is vital that this is discussed with the therapist before testing the skin.

There needs to be a minimum of colour in the skin. Asian Skin Types are fine for treatments but Afro-Caribbean coloured skin contains so much pigment that the laser/VPL light is absorbed in the skin and not the hair and is difficult to successfully treat.

The hair

The hair needs to be just visible on the surface of the skin in order to indicate the position of the follicle. The shorter and more coarse the hair the better the treatment results.

Growth cycle

Any method of laser hair removal relies upon the hair growth cycle as the germinal matrix of the follicle can only be affected by treatment when in the ‘Anagen’ or growing phase of the cycle. Treatment schedules need to take this process into account, accordingly the timing of appointments is crucial to the success of treatment.

Medication

Some medications can cause photosensitivity of the skin. These include some antibiotics and blood pressure/heart tablets. These medications do not exclude clients from treatments but a full list of medication should be asked for and disclosed by the patient to the treating clinician. Test shots are always advisable in order to gauge individual skin reaction.

At Cristianos we have expertise in the use of the Lumenis Lightsheer, the Chromos 694 Ruby Laser and Energist Ultra Variable Pulsed Light. We consider that having all these systems it gives us the ability to use both methods to their best advantage to produce the best results possible for the patient.

Pricing Structure

Our prices are determined by our overheads in terms of premises, equipment, staff and time investment. We have chosen to invest in the application and maintenance of high quality equipment, employing and training professionals, continuous professional development not only meeting but exceeding the National Minimum Standards. Although much of this work is behind the scenes, it shows through in the quality of treatment and care our clients receive.

Of course for any business time is money, the time invested in compliance with quality standards is directly proportionate to the end product, the provision of safe quality assured treatment and care.

Costs for larger areas depends on the size and density of the hair growth in the area. We can give approx costs on request. At consultation we will asses the area/s and cost accordingly. For multiple areas we offer a 20% discount from the entire treatment cost.

  • Treatment
  • Upper Lip
  • Chin
  • Chin & Upper Lip
  • Jawline
  • Neck
  • Aerola
  • Full Face inc Neck
  • Full Back
  • Half Back
  • Shoulders
  • Naval
  • Lower Legs
  • Upper Legs
  • Full Legs
  • Hands
  • Feet
  • Full Body
  • Price
  • £45.00
  • £45.00-£60.00
  • £70.00 set fee
  • £45.00-£60.00
  • £70.00-£90.00
  • £50.00 set fee
  • £150.00
  • £150.00
  • £100.00
  • £50.00-£100.00
  • £50.00-£100.00
  • £150.00
  • £100.00
  • £275.00
  • £45.00
  • £45.00
  • £850.00

FAQs

No, you wouldn't be able to have treatment if you are suntanned, have a false tan or a user of sunbeds, this is because the laser light could get trapped in the Melanin and cause the area to overheat thus causing blistering or even burns.

No, all consultations and test patches are free of charge and without obligation.

No, for treatment we require the hair to be just visible as a dot on the surface of the skin, if the hair is long then some of the energy from the laser would be taken up by this length and an ineffective treatment may ensue.

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Specialists in Laser Hair and Skin Techniques

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