Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal at JCTL targets the pigment in the hair follicle with laser energy to progressively reduce unwanted hair on the face and body. Because hair grows in cycles, a course of sessions spaced over time is needed to treat follicles during their active growth phase. The clinic prices a wide range of areas individually — from upper lip and underarms to full legs and back — and treatment is delivered with medical-grade laser equipment under Dr Wilk's clinic.

Laser hair removal works by directing laser light at the melanin pigment within the hair, where the energy converts to heat and disables the follicle's ability to regrow hair. Because each follicle is only vulnerable during its active growth phase, and only a portion of hairs are in that phase at any time, the treatment is delivered as a course of sessions spaced several weeks apart so that successive cycles can be caught. Over the course, treated areas are associated with a progressive reduction in hair density and in how coarse and fast regrowth is. At JCTL the area is cleansed and the laser parameters are set for your skin and hair before treatment, which can take from a few minutes for a small area such as the upper lip up to longer for large areas like the legs or back. Sessions are generally well tolerated, often described as a quick snapping sensation, and most people return to normal activity straight away while avoiding sun exposure, heat and harsh products for a short time afterwards. The clinic treats a broad list of areas — face, underarms, bikini, arms, legs, back and more — each priced separately. Laser hair removal responds best where there is a clear contrast between hair and skin, and results vary between individuals; a course followed by occasional maintenance gives the most durable outcome. Strict sun protection during a course is important, and suitability for your skin type is confirmed before starting.