A Laser Treatment Can Get Out The Wrinkles, Improve Skin Elasticity, Remove Unwanted Hair, Tighten Skin, And So Much More! They’re The Superheroes Of The Modern Beauty World!
Mud masks, razors, facial creams, etc., may still be used today, but they’ve been around since prehistoric and Egyptian times in primitive forms.
The introduction of lasers, particularly in the 80s when they were first used for dermatological treatments, shook up the industry, as people saw sun damage and scarring being minimized in a revolutionary way, unlike previously used treatments.
Throughout the next few decades, laser technology in aesthetics only improved, with more laser options, enhanced safety and precision, and treatments for a wider array of concerns.
Dr. Shel uses laser treatments to help clients improve the appearance of their skin when congenital issues, the sun, the aging process, and other problems wear away at the individual’s appearance and confidence.
If you’re considering a laser treatment and are a bit hesitant, don’t be! We’ve compiled all the information you need to know in one place about its safety and efficiency, and we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
Laser treatments are not just corrective; they’re transformative.
Getting to Know the Fundamentals
Hashing out the basics of lasers is an excellent place to start to help you see they’re safe and effective and nothing like you see being used in TV and movies as a threat to the good guys or a way to pulverize the villain, though, lasers in beauty do get rid of the bad.
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How a Laser Works
When used for an aesthetic treatment, a practitioner will direct the light energy emitted from the laser toward the area of concern, whether it’s an unsightly sunspot, birthmark, hyperpigmentation, an unwanted and unneeded blood vessel, or undesired body hair.
The pigmentation in the skin or hair or the walls of the vein or capillary absorbs the light and converts it to heat energy. It then either breaks up the pigment of the impacted skin or hair or targets the vessel.
When it comes to wrinkles, the laser encourages the removal of damaged skin and stimulates the production of collagen — a miracle protein for the largest bodily organ you have. It’s the component that gives your skin its elasticity and structure.
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The Results to Anticipate
Your body senses the “damage” from the heat, which initiates a healing response, complete with sending elastin and collagen to the area to expose a new layer of skin.
If it’s a laser treatment for a blood vessel, your body will absorb the injured vein or capillary.
For hair removal, however, the follicle is impaired, rendering it unable to regenerate or continue producing hair.
Examples of Cosmetic Laser Treatments
At Dr. Shel Wellness & Aesthetic Center, our physician incorporates various laser treatments into our catalog of services because of their safety, the results they provide, and their non-invasiveness.
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Laser Hair Removal
As a common laser procedure, laser hair removal provides smooth, silky, hairless skin that continues for 10 years or longer for some patients.
Through a series of sessions, varying in number based on your skin type, coarseness and color of your hair, and the size of the treatment area, our physician will help you be beach-ready all year long, all while ditching the razor or wax.
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Laser Genesis
Men and women alike can benefit from vibrant, healthy-looking skin courtesy of Laser Genesis — a non-invasive way to lessen the appearance of all the following:
- Large, noticeable pores
- Wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation/uneven skin tone
- Texture issues
- Scarring
- Sun damage
- Age spots
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Skin Tightening
The star treatment of skin tightening at our med spa is the Cutera Titan — a treatment using infrared light, an incoherent form of light with a longer wavelength than laser treatments.
The Titan heats the skin, just like a laser treatment, to tighten it and encourage collagen production. Plus, this light treatment is safe to use on all the following:
- Jawline
- Under the chin
- Forehead
- Under the eyes
- Around the mouth
- Cheeks
Best part? The Titan and other similar treatments cause minimal discomfort and require no downtime or anesthesia.
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IPL Photofacial
Like the Cutera Titan, an IPL photofacial isn’t a genuine laser treatment. Instead, this procedure uses intense pulsed light to target dark spots, sun damage, acne scarring, and other skin imperfections.
The light energy used is comfortable on the skin, and an IPL light is so safe you can use it on your face. However, it’s also useful for your chest, shoulders, and arms — you know, the areas that tend to receive the most amount of sun exposure.
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Laser Vein Treatment
Varicose and spider veins and telangiectasia (tiny, visible veins, sometimes found on the face) are all examples of aesthetically unappealing, unnecessary vessels.
With a laser vein treatment, though, our physician can shut them down, allowing your body to absorb them and have the nearby vessels pick up the slack. We’d like to note that some vessels, like knotty varicose veins, don’t respond to this treatment well.
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Fotona Laser Treatment
Think of Fotona as a handheld device that gives clients a mini facelift without needing a scalpel. Another perk — the laser isn’t ablative! Alternatively, this laser stimulates collagen production to enhance the skin’s tightness and elasticity.
Interestingly enough, not only will you notice an immediate effect from it, but the results keep coming because it continuously stimulates collagen production past the initial treatment.
Lasers Are Actually a Secret of Some Celebs
Celebrities seem to age much less rapidly than the rest of us. Though you might automatically assume they have super genes to go along with their superstar status, celebs rely on cosmetic procedures just like the rest of us who want to stay radiant and youthful-looking. One trick they have up their sleeves is laser treatments.
Actors, actresses, and singers turn to these therapies to tighten their skin, reduce wrinkles, and even out their skin tones (and before any airbrushing is done, at that).
You might question why a famous person who can afford any cosmetic surgery out there would go this route…
The answer is simple — laser treatment requires little downtime, so they’re not off the stage or out from in front of the camera for long. Not to mention, the paparazzi won’t have time to start delving into why they haven’t been on the scene lately. This is especially important when you consider that lasers can be used on the neck, jowls, cheeks, eyebrows, and more, all the places that are hard to hide.
Some treatments are slow to the draw regarding results, which is a no-go when entertainers need to be camera-ready at any given second. Fortunately, results are laser-fast (pun intended), with many individuals seeing significant results around six weeks after the treatment. Laser therapy is safe with various other treatments.
Knowing if You Qualify
If all this sounds too good to be true and like you’re about to get your bubble burst, rest assured that most people qualify for laser treatment, though this depends on the specific therapy.
For instance, if you have an active skin issue like eczema, you might not qualify, as the laser will further irritate the condition. But you can receive it once the flare is under control.
Before your treatment, our doctor will thoroughly evaluate your medical history, including the medications you take, and will examine the skin in the treatment area to see if you’re a good candidate.
Don’t panic if you’re ineligible because we offer other non-surgical cosmetic procedures to facilitate your skincare goals.
Choosing Your Laser Specialist
It’s, well, a laser, possibly being directed near your eyes, so not just any practitioner will do. Are we right?
To compare, after you come up with a few names of practitioners in the area that stand out, schedule consultations and ask them questions like the following:
- Do you rent or own the equipment? (more trained, regular administrators will own)
- How often do you perform laser treatments?
- How long have you been using cosmetic lasers?
- May I see some before and afters of previous patients?
- Do you have any special training with lasers?
Contact Us for a Laser Treatment Consultation
There wasn’t much for us to do to put laser treatments in a positive light because they’re already there!
But if you’re feeling compelled to see just what these cosmetic procedures can do, reach out to Dr. Shel today for a consultation.
For those who don’t qualify, Dr. Shel provides everything from Botox injections to chemical peels.
Trust and believe you won’t regret your decision to have Dr. Shel perform your treatment. The reviews are evidence of that. Schedule your treatment today by dialing (346) 534-6956.
