[Long-lasting] Laser Hair RemovalLaser Hair Removal for Vellus Hair to Enhance Makeup Adhesion
Laser Hair Removal for Vellus Hair to Enhance Makeup Adhesion
While facial vellus hair may be fine and not easily noticeable, it can be one of the reasons why base makeup, such as foundation, lifts or smears. At our clinic, we use the Apogee Elite Plus laser to minimize skin irritation while tidying up vellus hair. Through this process, skin texture is smoothly improved, and makeup adheres better to the skin, resulting in a softer overall skin tone and refined pore appearance. *VAT not included
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Key Features of Facial Vellus Hair Removal Treatment
1. A treatment that goes beyond simple vellus hair removal to help improve skin.
Facial vellus hair can be fine and not easily noticeable.
However, it can be a cause of makeup looking patchy or skin texture appearing dull.
Our vellus hair removal treatment
goes beyond simply removing hair, helping makeup adhere better and making skin texture smoother.
2. Immediate changes in hair can be observed after the treatment.
When laser energy is precisely delivered to vellus hair,
due to thermal denaturation, the hair may be lost or broken, allowing you to notice smoother skin immediately after the treatment.
Therefore, even after a single session, you can experience makeup adhering better to your skin.
If the treatment is repeated approximately 5 times, hair growth may be suppressed or proceed very slowly.
Improvements are expected to help maintain a skin condition where makeup adheres well for the long term.
3. Safe treatment settings considering facial characteristics (minimizing the risk of hyperpigmentation and folliculitis)
We utilize the Apogee Elite Plus device.
It uses a 755nm Alexandrite wavelength, carefully adjusted to an output suitable for the facial area.
We aim for stable hair removal treatments through an integrated cooling system, and adjustable pulse speed and depth.
These settings help even those with sensitive skin reduce the burden of treatment.
5. Immediate smoothness can be experienced, and with repeated sessions, skin texture and light reflection may improve.
Even with just one treatment, you can feel a difference in makeup adherence and skin texture.
If treatments are repeated 5 times or more, the angle of light reflection on the skin surface changes,
and you can expect the skin to appear clearer and more translucent.
Thereafter, if you receive maintenance treatments every 2-3 months,
it can help consistently manage a refined skin condition.
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Why Laser Treatment is Suitable for Facial Vellus Hair Removal
Facial vellus hair is fine and has sparse melanin, making effective removal difficult with conventional methods like shaving or waxing. These methods primarily remove hair from the skin surface, leading to rapid regrowth and an increased likelihood of skin troubles or folliculitis due to continuous irritation.
In contrast, laser hair removal uses light energy of a specific wavelength that is selectively absorbed by melanin pigment in the hair follicles, generating heat. This heat can damage the hair follicles, helping to delay hair regrowth. Especially for vellus hair in sensitive areas like the face, using a short-wavelength laser (e.g., Alexandrite laser) that minimizes skin damage can be effective.
The Apogee Elite Plus device utilizes a 755nm Alexandrite wavelength, which has a high melanin absorption rate. This can be effectively used for removing light and fine vellus hair.
This device features a powerful cooling system, which can reduce skin irritation and precisely deliver energy to the hair follicles, thereby alleviating treatment discomfort.
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Treatment Steps
- Anesthetic Cream Application (Optional): You can decide whether to use an anesthetic cream to alleviate pain, depending on your individual skin sensitivity.
- Laser Treatment: The laser is quickly applied over a wide area with an intensity suitable for your skin. This avoids excessive heat accumulation and allows for efficient vellus hair treatment.
- Soothing Care: Consistent cooling is applied during and immediately after the treatment to stabilize the skin and minimize irritation.
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Recommended Treatment Intervals
Hair has different cycles: growth, catagen (transitional), and telogen (resting) phases. Laser hair removal is known to have a high response rate, especially for hair in the growth phase.
For these reasons, we generally recommend at least 5 sessions at 3-4 week intervals. Thereafter, receiving maintenance treatments approximately once every 3 months can help manage the improved condition.
Q&A
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Can folliculitis occur after laser hair removal?
There are cases where concerns arise about folliculitis after laser hair removal. This is often not due to a fault in the procedure, but rather a temporary inflammatory response caused by the thermal energy delivered to the skin and subsequent immune reactions. Compared to shaving or waxing, laser hair removal can contribute to a lower likelihood of folliculitis by reducing follicle irritation and skin barrier damage. As a hygienic treatment method utilizing heat, it can also help prevent folliculitis in the long term by reducing skin irritation from hair removal. Of course, after the procedure, proper care to soothe and protect the skin, and antibiotic ointment use if necessary, are important. At our clinic, we thoroughly check the skin condition before and after laser hair removal and provide detailed guidance on management methods to prevent folliculitis.
How many laser hair removal sessions are usually needed?
There are individual differences depending on the area requiring hair removal and the thickness of the hair. Many people feel a noticeable improvement in skin texture after about 5 to 10 sessions. Consistent treatments can help reduce the time and effort spent on hair removal in the long run.
What is the recommended interval between treatments?
Generally, we recommend receiving your next treatment at an interval of 4 to 5 weeks from the previous treatment date.
Can I receive other skin treatments on the same day as my hair removal procedure?
Yes, it is possible. Typically, you can receive toning treatments or basic skin care first, and then proceed with facial hair removal. However, after the hair removal procedure, it's important to focus on skin soothing and sufficient moisturizing care to help prevent skin troubles.