Laser Hair Removal in Wood Green

Laser hair removal is widely regarded as the most effective method for achieving lasting hair reduction. At our salons near Wood Green, we utilise high-energy laser beams to target, heat, and disable hair follicles, effectively inhibiting future hair growth. The MeDioStar device at LuxWax Wood Green employs a diode laser with a wavelength of 810nm, which is specifically designed to deliver energy directly to the melanin within the hair follicle.

As the melanin absorbs this powerful laser energy, it heats up, permanently impairing the hair follicle while ensuring the surrounding skin remains unharmed. Throughout the treatment, the MeDioStar device maintains optimal comfort with its advanced continuous cooling technology, ensuring your skin stays cool and comfortable.

Your comfort is prioritised during each treatment session with the continuous cooling technology offered by the MeDioStar laser used for laser hair removal at our Wood Green salon.

The temperature is automatically regulated and maintained at a consistent level to ensure a comfortable experience throughout your treatment.

Visible results are generally noticeable by the third session, although thicker hairs with deeper roots may take longer to show significant improvement.

It’s essential to understand that, in some cases, hair regrowth may occur due to underlying conditions such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

For the best results, we recommend a course of 6-8 sessions, with each session spaced approximately 4 weeks apart.

The total number of treatments required depends on the hair’s natural growth cycle, which includes three phases: growth, resting, and transitional. As the laser can only effectively target hair during the growth phase, not all hairs can be treated in one session. During your initial consultation, your therapist will create a personalised treatment plan designed to deliver the most effective and lasting results for you.

Laser hair removal is suitable for both men and women of all skin types and can be performed on any area of the face and body.

When laser hair removal was first introduced over two decades ago, its effectiveness was limited to individuals with light skin and dark hair. However, technological advancements have greatly improved laser capabilities, including the development of more powerful devices with adjustable wavelengths. These innovations have made it possible to safely and effectively remove hair from all skin types, whether the hair is light or dark.

We cater to both dark and tanned skin types, making it possible for you to start your laser hair removal journey at any time of the year.

Our highly trained therapists expertly adjust the laser’s wavelength to bypass the skin’s surface layers, ensuring safe and effective treatment even if you have a tan, eliminating the need to wait for it to fade.

However, during your initial consultation, your therapist will assess your skin’s condition to ensure suitability for treatment. In cases where visible sunburn is present, treatment may need to be postponed to ensure your safety.

We recommend scheduling top-up treatments approximately one year after completing your full course of laser sessions to maintain optimal results.

To ensure maximum effectiveness of the laser treatment, it’s crucial that the hair follicle remains intact for precise targeting. We recommend shaving the area to be treated with care to avoid cuts, ideally the day before your scheduled appointment.

Since waxing removes hair along with its follicles, it’s advisable to wait at least two weeks after waxing before undergoing laser hair removal. This waiting period allows hair follicles to regenerate, ensuring they can be effectively targeted by the laser for optimal results.

Certain health conditions may make you unsuitable for laser treatment. To ensure your safety and achieve the best results, please book a consultation to discuss your medical history and suitability for treatment.

While there is no evidence indicating that laser hair removal poses a risk to an unborn baby or the mother, we recommend waiting until after childbirth before undergoing laser treatment to ensure complete safety and peace of mind.

1. Do not expose skin to UV (sun exposure or the use of tanning beds) or self-tan for at least 4 weeks before and/or between IPL treatments.
2. Use appropriate SPF protection but not 24 hours before treatment.
3. For permanent hair reduction, do not depilate with waxing, plucking or threading (shaving is acceptable) before and/or between laser/IPL treatments.
4. Avoid swimming in strongly chlorinated water immediately before a Laser/IPL treatment session.
5. Avoid exfoliating, microdermabrasion or peels for 1 week before treatment sessions (always check with the manufacturer’s guidelines).
6. Avoid wearing tight clothing in the treatment area if appropriate.
7. Keep the treatment area clean and dry.
8. Hydrate the body by drinking plenty of water and avoid any heat-related treatments such as exercising, saunas etc., immediately prior to treatment.
9. Hot and humid weather conditions can aggravate the skin in the period immediately before treatment.

1. Do not expose skin to UV (sun exposure or the use of tanning beds) or self-tan for at least FOUR weeks,
2. For Permanent hair reduction, do not shave for at least 48 – 72 hrs after treatment (or if any irritation or reaction occurs)
3. Do not depilate between IPL treatments (with waxing, plucking, threading or creams) – shaving is always advised to ensure balanced regrowth
4. For Permanent hair reduction, do not use deodorants or perfumed products in the treatment area for 24 – 48 hours post-treatments
5. Avoid very hot baths/showers/ steam baths/saunas for 1 week or longer if irritation or reaction occurs
6. Avoid swimming in strongly chlorinated water or very exertive exercise for 1 week – depending on the skin’s reaction
7. Avoid rough sports for at least 24 – 48 hours depending on the skin’s reaction,
8. Avoid professional exfoliating, microdermabrasion or peels during treatment sessions (always check with the manufacturer’s guidelines)
9. Do not pick or scratch the treated area, any prolonged redness or irritation should subside with continued post-cooling at home
10. Keep the treatment area clean and dry.
11. Hydrate the body by drinking plenty of water and avoid any heat-related treatments such as exercising, saunas etc., immediately after the treatment.
12. Use of sunblock min SPF 30+ and consider using protective cotton clothing for exposed treated areas.
13. Advise the clinic/salon within 24-48 hours if an adverse reaction occurs. If returning to the clinic/salon is not immediately possible, a photograph of the reaction should be submitted immediately.
14. Hot and humid weather conditions can aggravate the skin in the period immediately following treatment. Immediately post-hair reduction treatments, effective skin cooling can be helpful. The use of ice or cooling gel packs, a chilled sterilised cloth, Aloe Vera gel etc., can improve skin comfort and reduce any swelling or post-treatment redness or oedema. Do not use ice directly on the skin.