Laser Hair Removal

The laser is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. The energy produced by the laser is converted to heat which damages the hair follicles. The hair follicle is what produces hair and so by damaging the hair follicle there is a permanent decrease in hair growth.

During laser hair removal, a laser emits pulses of highly concentrated light directly into the hair follicle. The pigment, or melanin, in each follicle absorbs the light and converts it into heat energy. This intense heat destroys the hair and makes it impossible for the follicle to grow hair again.

Because dark hair has more pigment and absorbs more heat, it responds better to laser hair removal treatments than light or fine hair. However, most skin colors and types can be treated successfully with the XEO Laser System, except for blonde hair, or white peach fuzz since there is no color to attract the laser beam.

Only ‘active’ hair follicles are affected by a Laser Hair Removal treatment, and not all hair follicles are ‘active’ at the same time. Therefore, multiple treatments are necessary. The average number of treatments is 5 to 8.

For facial hair the time interval between treatments is 6 to 8 weeks. For body hair the time interval between treatments is 8 to 10 weeks. For back or leg hair the time interval between treatments is 10 to 12 weeks.

Ready for a fuzz-free skin? Call Sierra Blanca Laser at (575) 425-0792 or schedule a consultation online today!