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At SILK Laser Clinics we pride ourselves on offering the latest technology available in Laser hair removal, by using the the Candela GentleLASE and GentleLASE Pro we ensure our clients have the best possible results.
But those results aren’t just limited to the treatment room; part of our service is ensuring that our clients have the knowledge, support and products available to them to ensure success once they leave the clinic.
SILK Laser Clinics after care protocol includes:
- The use of ASAP Soothing Gel (retail price $45) for three days morning and night after any laser treatments in place of any other moisturiser. This ensures that any redness or swelling of the hair follicle usually present after treatment settles quickly and that any heat left in the skin is released, plus it has an antibacterial property to reduce the risk of any infection occurring in the skin.
- The use of ASAP Revitalising Body Scrub (retail price $39) starting approximately five days after treatment or once the hair starts to grow through and using it on the area every 2-3 days all the way up to your next treatment is also recommended. The Glycolic Acid, a naturally occurring AHA found in sugar cane, helps to increase water levels within the skin pushing the treated hairs up from underneath ensuring that they fall out before your next treatment. This step is also vital in the treatment of ingrown hairs.
- Wear an SPF daily and reapply when exposed to the sun as Laser treatments make the skin more photosensitive and prone to sunburn so it is extremely important to wear an SPF at all times even if the area is covered by clothing. If you are treating any facial areas you may want to look at investing in some Jane Iredale mineral make up that provides a physical sunblock of SPF 20 as we are more likely to touch up our make up during a normal day than to reapply sunscreen. Plus Jane Iredale mineral make up is also water and sweat resistant making it the perfect summer accessory.
- We also recommend that for 24hours after treatment avoid doing anything that is going to create heat within the skin or cause perspiration, for example, no hot showers or baths, steam, saunas or exercise and avoid pools or spas for at least 48hours after treatment. That time directly after treatment the skin is much more sensitive and any excess heat can increase the risk of an infection occurring. If you have a regular training schedule try to plan your appointments around your training, our opening hours (link in to the page with the opening hours) can cater for most schedules.
All of this information is given at the time of your consultation so that you leave feeling confident in your treatment program. But should you have any questions at any time please ensure that you contact your clinic and speak with your technician so that all your questions will be answered.
As the chilly Adelaide Winter sets in, we all tend to cover up and neglect the most important thing in our lives – OURSELVES!
Take action, get yourself ready for Summer and be just 6 months away from looking and feeling better than ever.
Winter is the perfect time to begin Laser Hair /Laser Pigment removal treatments. With less sun exposure during the Winter months, the results achieved will be at their best as the skin is generally lighter. We always recommend minimal sun exposure whilst being treated with our medical grade lasers.
Skin can become dry and dehydrated in the cooler months so keep your glowing summer complexion by treating yourself to a Medical Microhydrabrasion. This treatment works by deeply exfoliating the skin and stimulating blood circulation and cell turnover. Our highly qualified technicians can design a program to suit your needs.
What you decide to do today will make a big difference when the warmer weather comes back to play. Just think of all that extra time you’ll have to spend at the beach next Summer!
Call us on 8362 7686 (Norwood) or 8272 7828 (Hyde Park) to arrange your free consultation.
Essential guide to choosing the right clinic for you:
1. Ask around. If friends or family provide you with positive feedback from a clinic that they have visited then this is a good sign.
2. Ask questions! When you call the clinic to book a consultation, find out if they use an IPL or Medical Grade 4 Laser. Note Medical Grade Lasers directly target the hair follicle which makes it the most effective treatment for permanent hair reduction.
3. At your consultation, make sure that the area you are wanting to treat is properly assesed. Your skin type and hair colour are important factors to determine suitability for laser hair removal. For pigmentation removal, successful treatment will depend upon the type, the age and colour of the affected area.
A test patch should be offered if the technician is concerned the desired results may not be achieved.
4. Ask what the likely outcome is after a course of treatments are completed for your individual situation. Things like hair growth cycle, medications, medical conditions skin and hair type must be considered when a treatment plan is designed for you.
5. Ask for qualifications of the technician. All laser operators should have completed the nationally accredited Laser Safety Course to obtain the knowledge and skill to achieve the best and safest results possible.
6. Look for a clinic that specialises in Laser Hair Removal / Laser Pigment Removal. Be aware of clinics that offer a broad range of treatments as they may not have the same experience or expertise as a clinic that focuses mainly on these procedures.
7. If you are planning to invest a substantial amount of money it is important to feel reassured the clinic will be around to complete your treatments. Ask the clinic if they own or rent their laser. This will help to indicate whether it is an established and successful buisness or not.
8. There is generally a small amount of discomfort when having a permanent hair reduction treatment. If a clinic advertises “pain free” this could be a warning sign that further misleading information will be given
9. Book into the clinic that offers genuine advise and expectant outcomes. It is not possible to achieve a permanent hair REMOVAL but a permanent reduction is achievable.
Wanting to have Laser Hair Removal, however concerned about the damage it will do to your bank account each month? How much for a leg and bikini wax these days – $60 for both if you are lucky to receive the ‘Weekly Special’ at your local salon. Do the math, that’s $60 a month, $720 year and 4 weeks later you are back where you started with just as much hair. When you calculate all this then compare it with Adelaide’s SILK Laser Clinic prices, you are in for a bargain not to mention a much better result at the end of the day.
