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Read about the services and procedures offered at U Cosmetic. Get the knowledge you need to make an informed decision about your treatment.
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Dr.Meathrel and Dr.Sangers are excited to offer you a complete range of services with leading-edge technology and treatment techniques.
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Laser Hair Removal
UCosmetic uses the Soprano XL and the Harmony XL lasers for laser hair removal. The Soprano XL may be used for darker skin tones and provides virtually painless treatments. The Harmony XL may be used for finer hair. Both lasers target pigment or colour in the hair follicle to permanently remove hair.
Hair grows in cycles and the lasers can only remove anagen or “actively growing” hair. Hair in the regression (catagen) phase or resting (telogen) phase is not sensitive to the laser. The length of the whole growth cycle, from anagen to catagen to telogen, can last 4 to 12 months depending on the location of the hair. Multiple treatments (average of 6, some require more) are needed at regularly spaced intervals, 4 to 6 weeks apart, to treat all of the hair in a treatment area for significant reduction of hair growth. A successful outcome is indicated by a 60 to 80% temporary hair loss at 2 to 3 weeks after your treatment. Only 10-20% of this will be permanent. After multiple treatments, hair reduction is considered permanent when a significant amount of hair (85-95%) does not return for a period of time longer than the complete growth cycle. A yearly maintenance session may be required to maintain your smooth, hairless skin.
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