Laser Hair Removal

At the Kanata Skin Clinic, we offer Laser Hair Removal to clients in Ottawa and the surrounding area. 

Laser Hair Removal and Electrolysis are the only methods of hair removal proven to permanently reduce unwanted hair.

Laser Hair Removal is useful for larger areas.  Electrolysis is used when fine shaping is required (as for eyebrows), or when only a few hairs need to be treated, or if you are not a good candidate for Laser Hair Removal.  If you are interested in Electrolysis, click here.

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Qualified, Professional Staff

At the Kanata Skin Clinic, our staff is fully qualified and professional.  So you know

you'll be getting a safe, effective treatment.

Supervised by a Doctor

All treatments are supervised by

Dr. Erik Hegmann, M.D.  To make sure

you're getting the treatment that's right for you.

....And if any questions or concerns arise,

Dr. Hegmann will be there to take care of you.

Safe, Effective System

At the Kanata Skin Clinic, we use the Palomar Star Lux Intense Pulsed Light system because:

                   1.  It is clinically proven to produce results as good as,

                         or better than those of conventional lasers.

                    2.  Its Advanced Contact Cooling Technology  minimizes discomfort.

                                          .....So your treatments will be far more comfortable

                                                than a treatment with a laser.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.  Where should I go for Laser Hair Removal?

Laser Hair Removal is an unregulated industry in Ontario.  This means that anyone can open up a

business offering this service.  No training or qualifications are required.  This has lead to a boom in

the number of businesses offering Laser Hair Removal treatments.

BE CAREFUL

If not performed properly, Laser Hair Removal can be risky.  And expensive.  Some of the potential complications include:  burns, infection, scarring, hyperpigmentation - and possibly no results at all.

It is not as simple as it looks. In order to perform Laser Hair Removal safely and effectively, you need a solid understanding of the physics of light, the physiology of the skin, and a good general background in medicine. 

If you are considering Laser Hair Removal, look for a Clinic that is medically supervised.  Preferably one where the doctor is on-site at all times. 

It may cost a little more, but you will be assured a safe, effective treatment.

2.  How does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser Hair Removal is based on the simple principle that dark objects absorb light, and light objects reflect light.  During a Laser Hair Removal treatment, a handpiece is placed on the skin that produces a bright flash of light.  The darker hair absorbs the light, while the light skin reflects it.

The hair is heated by the light and conducts the heat down to the follicle.  The heat then destroys the cells in the follicle that produce the hair.

3.  Why do I need more than one treatment?

Each hair goes though three distinct phases in its life cycle:  The growth phase (when the hair is actively growing), a resting phase, and then the hair falls out and a new hair begins to grow in the follicle.

Remember that Laser Hair Removal requires the hair to transmit heat down to the hair follicle.  Therefore, Laser Hair Removal is most effective when the hair is in the active growth phase.  Since each hair is at a different stage in the cycle, several treatments must be performed to effectively treat every hair follicle.

4.  Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?

The amount of discomfort you feel will depend on a number of factors including:

            1.  The type of laser being used.

                        Some lasers are known to be more painful than others. Our Palomar Star Lux

                        offers Avanced Contact Cooling Technology to minimize discomfort.

             2.  The skill of the technician.

                         Some technicians are more considerate of the client's comfort than others

                         and have helpful techniques to make their client's treatment more enjoyable

             3.  Your individual tolerance level.

             4.  The amount of hair in the area.

                          Laser Hair Removal works by hair transmitting heat down to the hair follicle.

                          Therefore, the more hair there is to absorb the light, the more heat you will feel.

             5.  The area being treated.

                         Some areas of the body are more sensitive than others. For example,

                         the upper lip is known to be quite sensitive.

             6.  The time of the month.

                         Women tend to be more sensitive as they approach their periods.

5.  How much does Laser Hair Removal Cost?

Laser Hair Removal is usually sold per treatment, or as a package of 6 - 8 treatments at a discounted rate.  The reason for this is that you will need a series of treatments to get the maximum benefit.  We want you to have the best result possible, so we encourage you to buy the package.

If you would like to know the price for a specific area, please contact us.

6. Will Laser Hair Removal work for me?

Unfortunately, Laser Hair Removal will not work for everyone.  Remember that Laser Hair Removal depends on the darker hair absorbing the light and the lighter skin reflecting it.  Therefore, if your skin is too dark, it may absorb too much of the light energy, putting you at risk of burns.

Similarly, if your hair is too light, it will not absorb enough energy to destroy the hair follicle.  For example, laser hair removal will not work on white, light grey or red hair.

In these cases, electrolysis is a good alternative.

In rare instances, some candidates have an underlying medical condition which causes Laser Hair Removal to be ineffective. Dr. Hegmann would be able to investigate this for you.

7. Do I have to be a certain age to have Laser Hair Removal?

Yes. Because the hormone levels are changing rapidly in adolescents, we cannot guarantee results for Laser Hair Removal.  We encourage you to wait until you are at least 18 years old before beginning treatment in order to ensure effective, lasting results.

If you would like to book a FREE hair removal consultation, please contact us.