Type
Laser Therapy (HILT)
Duration
45 min
Aura Skin Spa San Francisco uses the Candela GentleMax Pro dual-wavelength laser system for permanent hair reduction on all skin types. Combining Alexandrite (755nm) and Nd:YAG (1064nm) wavelengths, it safely treats a wide range of skin tones from light to dark. A minimum of six sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart is recommended for the face and body, under the supervision of board-certified physicians and experienced aesthetic RNs at the Jackson Square clinic.
About this treatment
Laser hair removal at Aura Skin Spa San Francisco is performed using the Candela GentleMax Pro, one of the most clinically validated dual-wavelength platforms available. The system pairs an Alexandrite 755nm laser with an Nd:YAG 1064nm laser, allowing the treating clinician to select the optimal wavelength based on the patient's Fitzpatrick skin type — a critical distinction that separates medical-grade facilities from lower-cost consumer laser centres.
The Alexandrite wavelength is highly effective for patients with lighter complexions (Fitzpatrick I–III), delivering rapid treatment with strong melanin absorption. The 1064nm Nd:YAG is preferred for darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick IV–VI) because its longer wavelength penetrates deeper into the dermis while bypassing the competing melanin in the epidermis, significantly reducing the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. By having access to both…
Treatment areas include the face (upper lip, chin, sideburns, neck), underarms, arms, legs, back, chest, bikini line, and Brazilian. Session duration varies by area — smaller zones such as the upper lip take only a few minutes, while full-leg or full-back treatments may take up to an hour. A minimum course of six sessions is recommended for most patients, spaced four to eight weeks apart to catch successive hair growth cycles. Some patients — particularly…
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