Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is the ideal solution to safely and effectively get rid of unwanted hair and prevent ingrown hairs virtually forever. The procedure can be done during any season, for any skin type, for both women and men.

Laser hair removal makes it possible to wear a short skirt or your favourite swimming costume without any embarrassment, to enjoy spontaneous ideas, or to enjoy a trip without a razor – small comforts that raise your self-esteem and make everyday life more carefree.

Private clinic Ģimenes veselība offers laser epilation is performed with "SOPRANO ICE" (ALMA laser, Israel), the laser system allows you to get rid of unwanted hair even more gently and efficiently. "Veselības centrs 4" continuously follows the development of medical technology and purchases the most modern medical equipment only from reliable and globally recognized technology manufacturers.

To ensure that the procedure gives maximum effect, the laser device incorporates vacuum technology, which is particularly suitable for treating large areas of skin. During the treatment, the vacuum brings the hair closer to the laser, allowing the laser energy to impact directly the hair follicle. 

Painless treatment is guaranteed by vacuum and the ChillTip cooling system, making the laser hair removal procedure virtually imperceptible.  

The SOPRANO ICE replaceable applicators allow you to get rid of unwanted hair in any area of the body:

• upper lip, chin,
• arms, armpits,
• legs,
• back,
• bikini area,
• cleavage,
• white line of abdomen,
• etc.

Course of the procedure

During laser hair removal, a concentrated beam of light strikes the hair follicle (bulb), slowing down hair growth, making the hair thinner and preventing it from growing in. The treatment is not unpleasant – you may feel slight tickling and warmth during the procedure.

Duration of the course

6–8 treatments every one or two months and one top-up treatment every six months are required to achieve complete hair removal.  The first results of laser hair removal can be seen in the second week after treatment.

Preparation for the procedure 

• do not sunbathe or use self-tanning products for two weeks before laser hair removal, 
• do not pluck, wax or epilate hair one month before the procedure,
• avoid using skin irritating medicines and ointments one week before laser hair removal,
• the area to be treated must be shaved before the procedure,
• the procedure is performed on clean skin that has not been treated with body lotion,
• do not apply any alcohol containing products on the skin for four days after the procedure.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• acute skin diseases,
• wounds,
• cancer,
• pregnancy,
• breastfeeding,
• hormonal disorders,
• autoimmune diseases,
• many large moles and tattoos,
• use of certain medicines and ointments.