What To Expect From Laser Hair Removal?

You have many options when it comes to getting rid of excess hair, but very often these tend to be either time-consuming and uncomfortable, or may just not offer the long-lasting results you are hoping for. If you've tried shaving, waxing, plucking, or any of these other methods before, it may be time to consider with our Chester and Hackettstown, NJ, dermatologist. You can learn more about the laser hair removal procedures available by getting in contact with Dr. Jay Geller MD and Cindy Guan PA-C of The Dermatology Specialists.

During the Treatment

During the treatment, when the laser is in use, everyone inside the room will wear protective eyewear.

How long the procedure takes will depend on the size of the area to be treated, from just a few minutes to about an hour. Prior to beginning, this area is thoroughly cleaned and numbing gel is applied to minimize discomfort.

Most patients who have undergone the procedure do not describe it as particularly painful, instead, many compare the feeling to a rubber band being snapped on the skin when the laser is applied.

Considerations

Our doctor will go over precautions you need to take prior to treatment as well as after. Namely, they will stress the importance of wearing sunscreen after laser hair removal. Sunscreen is always important to protect your skin against the sun's damaging rays, but it's even more so after laser treatment because your skin is more vulnerable immediately after.

Laser hair removal can take a few sessions to achieve the desired results, and our dermatologist can give you an idea of how many you may need during your evaluation.

Laser Hair Removal in Chester and Hackettstown, NJ

If you are interested in laser hair removal and its many benefits you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Jay Geller MD and Cindy Guan PA-C of The Dermatology Specialists in Chester and Hackettstown, NJ, by dialing (908) 879-8800 to reach the Chester, NJ, office and (908) 452-5917 for Hackettstown, NJ.