Should I shave before the treatment?
Shaving the day before or just prior to treatment is recommended and you may shave again twenty-four hours after treatment unless we tell you otherwise.
Is it safe?
Laser hair removal is the most popular aesthetic procedure performed annually. The Soprano™ treatment has provided safe and effective permanent hair reduction for thousands of patients worldwide. Because Soprano™ utilises IN-MOTION™ and low-heat settings we’re able to provide a level of safety unlike any other laser hair removal procedure.
How many treatments will I need?
growth areas such as the face and private area possibly needing more treatments. Facial laser hair treatments should be every 4 weeks for the first 4 treatments then every 4-5 weeks thereafter. Body laser hair removal treatments are performed every 4-5 weeks for the first 4 treatments then every 4-5 weeks after that.
Will my hair ever grow back?
Actively growing hairs that are treated should not grow back. Once a hair follicle is damaged it cannot grow hair. It is not unusual for patients to have a top up session once every 6 to 12 months, depending on hair type.
How often do I need to come?
Laser hair removal will only treat hair in the Anagen phase of growth, roughly 10-15% of the hair in any particular area will be at this phase at any time. Each treatment, 4-8 weeks apart will treat different hairs at this stage of their life cycle so you may see up to 10-15% reduction in hair per treatment. Most people will go for 6 to 8 treatments per area, possibly more for more resistant areas such as the face or private area. It is not unusual for patients to have a top up session once every 6-12 months.
Do I need a patch test?
It is important to patch test before a laser hair removal treatment, even if you have had laser hair removal at a different clinic before. The procedure allows the laser therapist to check that your skin is suitable for laser hair removal and will also give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. A general inspection of your skin will take place and then a small area of each part of your body you would like to treat will be exposed to the laser light. In addition to ensuring no adverse reactions occur, this also provides the clinic with the opportunity to tailor the machine’s settings to your personal requirements to ensure safety and treatment comfort.
How do I prepare for my treatment?
removal creams it may be necessary to shave any area to be treated with laser to ensure the session is safe and effective. The optimal time to shave is around 8 hours before your appointment time. This allows your skin time to calm down and any redness to fade while leaving a smooth surface for the laser to treat. If hair has not been shaved, the laser will mainly attack hair outside the skin. This will not be comfortable and could present an increased risk of side effects. This will also result in the treatment being ineffective or less effective.
Do I need to arrange time off from work for treatments?
No. Soprano™ has no “down time” and requires no recovery time. You can have a treatment and return to work or other normal activities immediately.
How do I know it really won’t hurt?
Most people find the Soprano™ laser hair removal treatment comfortable, especially when compared with other hair removal methods and lasers. This is one of few laser hair removal procedures where numbing cream is not necessary. Pain is subjective, however, so if you find it otherwise simply tell us.
Safe for all skin types
The Soprano™ laser hair removal treatment is suitable for all skin types, excluding tanned skin. You can expect lasting results from a series of relatively short sessions.
Fast and comfortable hair removal
Soprano™ treatments are:
- Virtually pain-free with no medication or pre-treatments
- Long-lasting
- Quick – treatments are usually under an hour
- Recovery-free, so you can return to normal activities immediately
- Effective for all skin types, excluding tanned skin, treatment on blonde and red hair is not as effective as on dark hair
- Able to treat larger areas than can be treated with other types of laser
- Perfect for any area of the body – including more sensitive areas like the face, neck and bikini area
- Safe and effective
Hair removal is one of the aesthetic industry’s most established and well-researched type of laser treatment. Thousands of patients worldwide have enjoyed a life without unwanted hair, thanks to Soprano™.
Uniquely, all laser hair reduction procedures are undertaken by fully qualified laser practitioners working alongside our specialist laser dermatologist, Dr Tony Downs.
How much does hair removal cost?
- Upper Lip - £70
- Chin - £80
- Lip & Chin - £150
- Chin & Neck - £150
- Face - £130
- Bikini - £90
- Extended Bikini - £160
- Full legs - £250
- Half legs - £160
- Back & Shoulders - £300
- Chest - £160
- Full Chest & Abdomen - £300
- Underarm - £90
Free consultation, patch test £50.
Prices vary by location on the body however compared with a lifetime of waxing Soprano Laser hair removal is likely to be significantly cheaper in the long run.
