The word Laser corresponds to its acronym in English Light Amplified by Stimulated Emission of Radiation

During laser epilation, light is emitted which is absorbed by the pigment called (melanin) in the hair. That light energy that comes out with a light shot is converted into heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs inside the skin, bone (hair follicles) that produce hair.

This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth. Currently there are different types of laser to remove hair, fortunately there is already a laser on the market that can work on all skin types (Fitzpatrick).

At Gloria Arenas Spa we have the privilege of being able to offer one of the most advanced techniques in terms of hair removal, ideal for all skin types; and it is SHR technology.

DermaCool Max SHR and IPL system.

One of the newest lasers available today is the Perfect Optimal Super Hair Removal (SHR) pulse technology. This technology works by creating a precise control of the pulses that allows the effects on the skin to be precise and without damaging effects. This system can provide optimal hair removal treatments for skin types ranging from Fitzpatrick I to VI. (Skin tones from lightest to darkest).

The SHR mode for hair removal allows a repetition of 10 pulses per second and a low fluence and high pulse repetition allow the temperature to rise in the hair follicle and allow a painless hair removal treatment.

Please come to your appointment pre-shaved 1-2 days before. Shaving the
day of can be time consuming and increase risk of side effects.

2. Laser hair removal will NOT work on blonde hairs or gray like hairs. An
alternative for this is electrolysis.

3. Avoid UV (Sun) exposure for 7 days before treatment to minimize the risk
of side effects.

4. Avoid sunburns and tans for at least 2-3 weeks prior to treatment.

5. Avoid sunless tanning products for 7 days before treatment and exfoliate
regularly.

6. Clients who are pregnant cannot be treated.

7. Laser technicians cannot treat over tattoos.

8. If you have epilepsy, we may be able to treat you depending on how
severe. Options can be discussed through a phone and/or in person
consultation.

9. Arrive to your appointment with clean, bare skin on the areas you wish to
be treated, free of creams and products.

10. Avoid esthetic facial treatments such as chemical peels, derma-pen and
other aggressive treatments that may alter hyperpigmentation, for 3-4
weeks before treatment.

11. Avoid antibiotics for 7 days before laser treatment as they may increase
photosensitivity.

12. Clients who have Botox and fillers done should wait 4 weeks before and
after treatment to get injections.

13. Clients must postpone Accutane for at least 6 months before laser
treatment.

14. If you wear vitamin C creams, postpone the use of it 3 days before your
appointment.

Avoid UV (Sun) exposure for 7 days after treatment to minimize the risk of
side effects.
2. Avoid sun burns, tans, tanning beds, sunless tanning products for 2 weeks
after laser treatment.
3. Avoid esthetic facial treatments such as chemical peels, derma-pen and
other aggressive treatments that may alter hyperpigmentation, for 3-4
weeks after treatment.
4. After treatment, perifollicular edema (redness, swelling) and temporary
discomfort may occur. Use Aloe vera gel to soothe skin after treatment
5. No makeup, lotion, moisturizer, creams on treated areas for the first 24-48
hours after Treatment.
6. Avoid swimming pools and the ocean for 24-48 hours after your laser
treatment.
7. Allow 7-14 days for hair to shed or fall out after treatment.
8. Avoid any additional laser or chemical treatments on the treated area for 2
weeks after treatment.
9. It is highly recommended and encouraged to use sunscreen after laser
treatments done on facial areas.
10. To achieve maximum results, follow the suggestions recommended by your
technician and schedule future appointments as recommended.
11. Exfoliate areas regularly 24 hours after your appointment
12. Avoid waxing, threading, tweezing for at least 2 weeks (shaving is ok)

Spanish 

1. Evite la exposición a los rayos UV (sol) durante 7 días después del
tratamiento para minimizar el riesgo de efectos secundarios.
2. Evite las quemaduras solares, bronceados, camas de bronceado, productos
de bronceado sin sol durante 2 semanas después del tratamiento con láser.
3. Evitar tratamientos estéticos faciales como peelings químicos, derma-pen y
otros tratamientos agresivos que puedan alterar la hiperpigmentación,
durante las 3-4 semanas posteriores al tratamiento.
4. Después del tratamiento, puede ocurrir edema perifolicular
(enrojecimiento, hinchazón) y molestias temporales. Use gel de aloe vera
para calmar la piel después del tratamiento
5. No use maquillaje, lociones, humectantes ni cremas en las áreas tratadas
durante las primeras 24 a 48 horas después del tratamiento.
6. Evite nadar en la picina o en la playa 24-48 horas despues de su
tratamiento.
7. Espere de 7 a 14 días para que el cabello se caiga o se caiga después del
tratamiento.
8. Evite cualquier tratamiento adicional con láser o químicos en el área
tratada durante 2 semanas después del tratamiento.
9. Es muy recomendable y alentado el uso de protector solar después de los
tratamientos con láser realizados en las áreas faciales.
10. Para lograr los máximos resultados, siga las sugerencias recomendadas por
su técnico y programe citas futuras según lo recomendado.
11. Exfolia las áreas con regularidad 24 horas despues de su cita.
12. Evite la depilación con cera, hilo o pinzas durante al menos 2 semanas
(afeitarse está bien)