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About Laser Hair Reduction
Experience the glow of refreshed, healthy skin with a Laser Facial at Sorella Aesthetics. This advanced, non-invasive treatment uses laser technology to rejuvenate the skin, improve texture and tone, and restore a brighter, more radiant complexion. Perfect for addressing sun damage, redness, uneven pigmentation, and early signs of aging, Laser Facials deliver noticeable results with minimal downtime.
Whether you're preparing for a special event or looking to maintain healthy, glowing skin year-round, this treatment helps reveal a smoother, more youthful appearance while stimulating collagen production for continued skin improvement.
WHAT IT IS
Diode Laser Hair Reduction is a non-invasive treatment that uses concentrated light energy to target and destroy hair follicles, reducing future hair growth. The 810nm diode laser specifically targets the pigment (melanin) in the hair follicle, heating it enough to disable its ability to produce new hair while leaving the surrounding skin unharmed.
HOW IT WORKS
Diode Laser Hair Reduction uses an 810nm wavelength laser that is attracted to the pigment (melanin) in the hair follicle. The laser energy travels down the hair shaft and converts to heat, damaging the follicle and disrupting its ability to grow new hair.
Because hair grows in different stages, the laser is most effective during the active growth phase (anagen phase). For this reason, a series of treatments is recommended to target hairs as they enter the growth cycle.
Over time, treated hair becomes:
Finer and lighter
Less dense
Slower to regrow
The surrounding skin remains protected, and the diode laser's integrated cooling technology helps keep treatments comfortable while minimizing irritation.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Laser Hair Reduction treatment at Sorella Aesthetics is quick, comfortable, and requires little to no downtime.
During treatment, the diode laser delivers pulses of energy to the hair follicles while integrated cooling technology helps keep the skin comfortable. Most clients describe the sensation as a mild snapping or warming feeling.
After treatment, you may experience slight redness or sensitivity similar to a mild sunburn, which typically resolves within a few hours. Hair in the treated area will gradually shed over the following 1–3 weeks.
For best results:
Avoid sun exposure and tanning before and after treatment.
Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your appointment.
Avoid waxing, plucking, or threading between sessions.
Follow your provider's aftercare instructions.
Because hair grows in cycles, a series of treatments is needed to achieve optimal results. With each session, hair becomes finer, lighter, and less noticeable, leaving your skin smoother and easier to maintain.
Treatment Time: 15–60 minutes, depending on the area treated.
Downtime: Little to none. Most clients return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Laser Hair Reduction is ideal for individuals looking for a long-term solution to unwanted hair and who are tired of shaving, waxing, or dealing with ingrown hairs.
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Proper preparation helps ensure a safe treatment and the best possible results.
Before your appointment:
Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your session.
Avoid waxing, plucking, threading, or depilatory creams for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for 2 weeks before your appointment.
Arrive with clean skin free of lotions, oils, makeup, deodorant, or sunscreen in the treatment area.
Inform your provider of any medications, recent procedures, or changes to your medical history.
Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin, such as chemical peels or aggressive exfoliation, for several days before your appointment.
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Laser Hair Reduction requires little to no downtime, allowing most clients to return to their normal activities immediately after treatment.
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Because hair grows in cycles, multiple sessions are needed to effectively target all hair follicles during their active growth phase. Most clients achieve optimal results after 6–8 treatments, spaced approximately 4–8 weeks apart, depending on the treatment area and individual hair growth patterns
Why choose Sorella?
Licensed medical professionals specializing in natural results
Safe, physician-guided dosing and monitoring
Convenient location in La Mesa, serving El Cajon, Santee, Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, and surrounding East County areas
Telehealth options available throughout California
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