Melanin Rich Skin
Laser Hair Removal
At a glance
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Procedure Time 30-Minutes |
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Back to Work Immediately |
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Anesthetic None required |
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Full Recovery Immediate |
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Duration of Results Long Lasting |
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Best Results 6-8 Treatments |
LASER REFORM RESULTS
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Benefits to laser for dark skin
We’re saying goodbye to razors, waxing, irritation & ingrown hairs. Specializing in Laser Hair Removal, we’ve revolutionized the industry with state-of-the-art laser technology that targets deep within the skin to get rid of hair permanently. Even better? Our lasers work on ALL skin types, so our treatment is literally for everyone.
Need more convincing? Laser Hair Removal…
Fast & effective results
Permanently reduces hair
Safe for all skin colours
Can treat fairer hair types
Softens & smooths your skin
Saves you time & money by not shaving or waxing
LASER designed for dark skin in mind
Using the latest FDA approved medical grade Candela machine our Nd:YAG wavelength lasers are ideally suited for Brown, Asian, Indian, and black skin tones. Our practitioners have years of laser experience before joining us, making them the most knowledgeable and safest practitioners in the industry today, so you can trust us to safely help you get the results you desire.
You will find our clinic to be professional & friendly, modern, comfortable & welcoming. Open 7 days a week until 8pm, why not book a free consultation today and prepare to throw away your razor!
About The Experience
Is Laser Hair Removal for dark skin effective?
Laser devices traditionally used in hair removal were incredibly sensitive to both skin colour and melanin, which is why so many people with darker skin tones did not experience great results from Laser Hair Removal.
Today the latest FDA approved laser hair machines are extremely advanced and sophisticated, with the Nd: YAG laser specifically designed to distinguish the subtle changes in skin tone, which means it can remove hair no matter what type of skin you might have. This means a safe, effective reduction in hair from top to toe for you.
What’s the best Laser Hair machine for dark skin?
We use only the top of range Candela Gentle Max Pro which has the dual wave length. For our darker skin tone clients, it allows us to select the Nd-Yag which selectively chooses the right parameters to suit your skin tone and hair type. Gentle Max Pro is considered a top of the range laser machine and are medical grade FDA approved which means they are the same lasers used in hospitals. Using top of the range lasers means you will experience better and faster results in fewer sessions which will save you money over using clinics that use other inferior branded lasers.
What our patients say about us
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“Being a young black woman, it was important to me to have someone who knew how to work with different skin tones. After having my first consultation with Shiva, I knew I was in very good hands. She is highly knowledgeable, offers a brilliant service and has gone over and beyond. She is truly passionate about what she does.
After finishing all eight sessions my results have been amazing, I am very happy. For me the reason why I wanted to start having laser hair removal was to help me feel more confident. Shiva has been a big part of that journey. I will always highly recommend Laser Reform.
Thank you Shiva!”
LEAH
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“Should you want to try laser hair removal, I’d most definitely recommend Laser Reform to you. Shiva is such a professional but also, comforting with her knowledge of lasering AND skincare during the laser process. She checks in on you for updates & is very reassuring.
As a dark skinned woman, Shiva uses the tools that meet my needs. No scarring, no issues at all. Laser Reform is the place to go to if you’re wanting to try & laser. Treat yourself & your body!”
ROSETTA
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“I have been seeing Shiva for just over a year now for my laser hair removal service on my legs, armpits and a Brazilian area. Her company and her professionalism is a 10 out of 10 - she is truly amazing at what she does! I cannot recommend the service enough. The results have also been amazing!!!
As I am a black woman that suffers from eczema I was very hesitant of undergoing laser. Prior to booking in for a session I messaged Shiva via instagram; straight away she was very welcoming and even asked for pictures of my eczema prone skin so that she could have an idea of the extent of my eczema. I had never had a professional ask me to do so previously so it just made me feel so seen and reassured me that Shiva would do what is best for my skin. On top of that every session with Shiva includes some insight / education about how to better look after my skin!
Completely amazing!!!!”
TIWA
Nd:YAG Laser Hair Removal & black skin – run down
A few years ago laser hair removal was not a serious or safe option for people with darker skin. This changed with the introduction of the Nd:YAG Laser. Nd Yag lasers use the 1064nm wavelength and not the 755nm Alexandrite wavelength used on lighter skin types.
Why is the Nd:YAG laser safer for darker skin?
The laser goes deeper, bypassing the pigmentation in the skin, and precisely targeting only the melanin in the root hair, destroying it by heating up its blood supply and killing it.
What is Long pulse Nd:YAG? (The science bit!)
Nd:YAG (neodymium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet) is a crystal that is used as a laser medium for solid-state lasers. It is pumped by a high-intensity lamp inside a resonator to increase the power. It creates a varied long pulse duration so can go much deeper into the skin tissues.
Is Nd:YAG laser safe and effective?
Yes, our Candela lasers are FDA approved and our practitioners are the most experienced in the industry. Only the advanced technology used by experts will give you the safe and effective results you are after, not the technology alone.
Is Nd:YAG laser hair removal permanent?
After 8-12 treatments, 90% of the hair would be destroyed. Hair that does grow back is thinner and finer and easier to manage.
Is Nd:YAG laser painful?
No, it is not painful. It has been compared to having an elastic band flicked against your skin. A patch test at a laser hair consultation will allow you to feel the sensation before starting a course of laser hair removal
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY TOWARDS CONFIDENT SKIN
Laser FAQs
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Everyone has a different amount of hair, and everyone’s hair grows at a different rate. To get rid of all your unwanted hair in a given area, we need to schedule multiple sessions in accordance with your hair growth cycles. The number of laser hair removal sessions needed varies person to person because everyone’s body is different.
On average we recommend 6-8 sessions but it may be more or less.
We also take into consideration the area being treated, the type of hair coming through and any hormonal condition such as PCOS.
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Each session can eliminate between 10% and 15% of your hairs. With each session, you will see progressive improvement. To target the maximum number of hairs during each session, it is best to space them between 4 and 6 weeks apart. This means that in most cases, you can be hair-free in your chosen area in less than one year.
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Absolutely! The light that the lasers emit is attracted to your hairs, not the surrounding tissue. Therefore, it can remove your hairs without causing damage to your skin. The treatment is non-invasive and requires no downtime. You can go back to work and normal activities immediately after you leave our clinic.
When compared to other methods of hair removal, this treatment is safer. You don’t need to risk occasionally cutting yourself with a razor. There are no chemicals to irritate your skin as there are with the depilatory cream method. Unlike waxing, laser treatments don’t involve the discomfort of yanking each hair out by the root via hot wax. Waxing also incurs the risk of pulling off the top layer of your skin, especially if it is done incorrectly.
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All skin types can be treated but this is only dependent on which device and settings are used. With our FDA approved Candela GentleMax Pro we can use two different wavelengths; 755nm for lighter skin tones and 1064 for darker skin.
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No sun exposure/tanning beds/self-tanning for at least 4 weeks prior to the treatment.
The skin MUST be cleaned, deodorant and perfume free and shaved prior to the treatment. The failure to do so will result in an inability to have the treatment done.
No bleaching, waxing, electrolysis or plucking - only shaving allowed for the whole course duration.
No peels, laser resurfacing or medical-grade exfoliation within at least 4 weeks prior to the treatment.
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No sun exposure/tanning beds for at least 4 weeks post-treatment.
If facial areas are treated, SPF 30 or higher must be worn throughout the course of treatment.
Treat the skin gently, as if you had a sunburn, for the first 48 hours - no exposure to any factors that can further aggravate the skin condition such as very hot showers, sauna, Jacuzzi, swimming pools.
It can take anywhere from 5-14 days for the hairs to fall out after the treatment.
After the axillae (underarms) are treated, you may wish to use a powder instead of a deodorant for 24 hours after the treatment to reduce skin irritation.
No tight clothing on areas straight after treatment. (eg jeans, tights)
No active products such as AHA’s, BHA’s and retinol for 3-7 days after treatment