Frequently asked questions
Is laser hair removal safe?
Here at The Skin Co Torquay we use the state of the art Alma Soprano ICE platinum laser which uses simultaneous contact cooling, introduced with Alma’s award winning Soprano ICE platinum laser.
The specialized applicator allows you to treat large areas in less time while using an in motion technique therefore providing a pain free, fast effective treatment.Whether you have light, dark or tanned skin, coarse or fine hair the Alma’s Soprano ICE platinum achieves maximum results for all areas of the body with treatments that are safe, quick and best of all- virtually painless.
How many treatments will I need?
A course of at least 6-8 treatments is recommended. This may vary depending on individuals due to hormonal changes, family history, medications and most commonly hair and skin types.
How long do I need to leave in between my treatments?
Treatment is required every 4 -6 weeks to ensure you receive the most beneficial and permanent result. Facial treatments are required every 4 weeks and body treatments are required every 6 weeks.
Once you have received your desired result, a maintenance session may then be required approximatley once every 12 months depending on individual circumstances.
What do I need to do to prepare for my treatment?
Please arrive at your appointment with clean, make up free skin and do not apply any lotions, creams, perfume or deodorants on the day of treatment. Please also ensure all areas due to be treated have been shaved one day prior to treatment.
Avoid waxing, bleaching, plucking or sun-tanning two weeks before your treatment.
Use sunscreen on any areas due to be treated for at least two weeks prior to treatment if sun exposed.If you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding treatment is unable to be performed.
How does laser hair removal work?
The Alma Soprano ICE platinum is a Super Hair Removal (SHR) device which works by gradually heating the dermis to a temperature that effectively damages the hair follicles and prevents re-growth, while avoiding injury to the surrounding tissue.A high repetition rate is delivered deep into the dermis, achieving high average power and therapeutically effective heat build-up, with virtually NO PAIN.The sweeping in-motion technique of moving the applicator repeatedly over the treatment area ensures full coverage while ICE tech cools the skin surface-preventing superficial burns and allowing for virtually painless, yet highly effective hair removal. What is SHR (Super Hair Removal) ? SHR™ is the only clinically proven method of laser hair removal that is virtually painless, and the safest laser hair removal method for all skin types, including dark and tanned skin. Its unique gradual heating and single pulse delivery method effectively damages the hair follicle and hinders re-growth, while preventing injury to the surrounding tissue. SHR™ affects the melanin of the skin using a unique method, allowing the procedure to be performed anytime of the year as well as on tanned skin. Furthermore, sun exposure is less traumatic to the skin following SHR treatment. What areas can be treated?
All areas of the body. The most commonly requested tretment areas include the lip, chin, full legs, bikini and underarms.
The Alma Soprano ICE platinum is a Super Hair Removal (SHR) device which works by gradually heating the dermis to a temperature that effectively damages the hair follicles and prevents re-growth, while avoiding injury to the surrounding tissue.A high repetition rate is delivered deep into the dermis, achieving high average power and therapeutically effective heat build-up, with virtually NO PAIN.The sweeping in-motion technique of moving the applicator repeatedly over the treatment area ensures full coverage while ICE tech cools the skin surface-preventing superficial burns and allowing for virtually painless, yet highly effective hair removal. What is SHR (Super Hair Removal) ? SHR™ is the only clinically proven method of laser hair removal that is virtually painless, and the safest laser hair removal method for all skin types, including dark and tanned skin. Its unique gradual heating and single pulse delivery method effectively damages the hair follicle and hinders re-growth, while preventing injury to the surrounding tissue. SHR™ affects the melanin of the skin using a unique method, allowing the procedure to be performed anytime of the year as well as on tanned skin. Furthermore, sun exposure is less traumatic to the skin following SHR treatment. What areas can be treated?
All areas of the body. The most commonly requested tretment areas include the lip, chin, full legs, bikini and underarms.