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Treated with the Candela GentleMax Pro — the gold standard in laser hair removal, safe for all skin types, including darker skin tones.
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Laser hair removal uses a focused beam of light to target the pigment inside each hair follicle. That light converts to heat, damaging the follicle enough to slow or stop future growth — without harming the surrounding skin. We treat with the Candela GentleMax Pro, widely regarded as the gold standard in laser hair removal technology.
The GentleMax Pro pairs two laser wavelengths in one system, letting us match the right wavelength to your specific skin tone and hair type at consultation. That dual-wavelength design is what makes it safe and effective across all skin types — including darker skin tones, which require more careful wavelength selection to treat safely and effectively.
Hair grows in cycles, and a laser can only affect follicles that are actively growing at the time of treatment. That’s why one session isn’t enough — a full course of spaced-out sessions is needed to catch hair as it cycles through its growth phase, which is also why results build gradually rather than all at once.
Every treatment plan starts with a consultation. Hair color and thickness, skin tone, and the area being treated all factor into the settings we use and how many sessions we’d expect to recommend for you.
The Candela GentleMax Pro pairs two laser wavelengths in one system, so we can match the right wavelength to your skin tone — delivering safe, effective hair removal across all skin types, including darker skin.
Targets pigment in the hair follicle
Settings chosen for your skin & hair
Multiple sessions, spaced to catch each growth cycle
Candela GentleMax Pro, treated on-site
Laser hair removal works across most areas of the body — here are the ones patients ask about most.
One of the fastest, most requested areas — sessions are typically quick.
Full or partial leg treatment, often broken into upper and lower sessions.
Discreet, provider-guided treatment with settings adjusted for sensitive skin.
A larger surface area, usually planned across a longer session time.
Upper lip, chin, and cheeks, treated with settings suited to facial skin.
Results build gradually over a series of sessions — here’s what that typically looks like.
Most patients need a series of sessions, not just one, since a session can only affect follicles actively growing at that time. We’ll outline an expected range for your area and hair type at your consultation.
Sessions: A planned seriesSessions are spaced several weeks apart so treatment lines up with the hair growth cycle in that area. Some shedding of treated hairs in the days after a session is normal.
Spacing: Several weeks apartAvoid sun exposure on treated skin, use sunscreen, and keep the area moisturized. Mild redness or warmth right after a session is normal and typically settles quickly.
Recovery: Minimal, same day
It varies by area, hair color, and hair thickness, but a full course is typically a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart, since each session can only affect hair that’s actively growing at that time. We’ll outline an expected range for you at your consultation.
Laser hair removal historically worked best on darker hair, but the Candela GentleMax Pro we treat with is a dual-wavelength system built to safely treat a broad range of skin tones — including darker skin, which needs more careful wavelength selection to treat safely. Candidacy depends on your specific hair and skin combination, which we’ll assess at a consultation.
Most patients describe it as a quick warm pulse or a light snapping sensation on the skin. Sessions are generally quick and well tolerated, and any warmth or redness afterward tends to settle quickly.
Shaving the area beforehand is typically recommended, and it’s best to avoid sun exposure and tanning on that area in the days leading up to your appointment. We’ll go over any area-specific prep at your consultation.
Keep treated skin out of direct sun and use sunscreen, and moisturize as needed. Mild redness or warmth right after a session is normal and usually fades within a few hours to a day.
Laser treatment is meant to significantly reduce hair growth over a full course of sessions. Some patients choose occasional maintenance sessions afterward to manage any regrowth, which we can plan for as part of your ongoing care.
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