Services

Laser Hair Removal

Excessive hair growth is the result of heredity, hormonal factors, and some medications. Commonly treated areas are the face, back, neck, legs, bikini line, chest and underarms. Any skin area can be treated except eyelids. For optimal results, The Medical Cosmetic Center of Olathe suggests an initial series of four to six treatments, spaced four to six weeks apart.

The Medical Cosmetic Center of Olathe has designed a progressive system for the removal of unwanted hair that combines more than one method of treatment. Hair Removal Lasers remove hair by targeting the pigment in the hair follicle itself. The light of the laser is transferred into heat energy which is absorbed by the hairs' pigment. This heat causes destruction at the bed where the hair grows, and when performed properly will prevent the follicle from reproducing a new hair. This treatment is highly effective, but can only be used on hair with a significant level of pigment. Lasers will work on hair within the black and brown spectrum of color.

About Hair Removal

  • Laser technology has been in use for the last four years internationally .
  • Laser Hair removal is the most practical and efficient, least painful and expensive professional method of hair removal.
  • Each pulse treats an area about the size of a dime.
  • Treatments are performed by a certified Laser technician.
  • Pulse feels like a warm sharp rubber band snap.
  • It is necessary to repeat treatment because hair is not disabled when in a resting phase.
  • No noticeable after effects.

Indications for Treatment

  1. Excess or unwanted hair
  2. Any skin type

FDA Approval

FDA clearance for safety and effectiveness achieved in 1997.

Before Hair Removal Treatment

  • No UVB exposure for two weeks prior to treatment.
  • Sign the procedure consent form.
  • Hair in the area of treatment will be shaved or closely clipped.
  • An anesthetic cream may be applied to the area.
  • You will be told the cryogen spray may feel cold and alerting.

After Hair Removal Treatment

  • Treated area may look red, slightly puffy - redness fades within 24 hours.
  • May feel like a mild sunburn for a day or so; may apply ice.
  • Return to normal activity.
  • No sunlight until skin color is back to normal.
  • No UVB exposure for two weeks.
  • Use your Medical Cosmetic Center of Olathe After Care products as recommended.