Laser Hair Removal

Hello Laser ... Goodbye Razor!

There are alot of myths out there about laser hair reduction. I'd like to clarify some of them. Let me first introduce you to the best form of hair removal:

What is Laser Hair Reduction?
Laser hair reduction use heat energy produced through laser beams to cause long term hair reduction. The heat created by the laser is absorbed by pigment (the colour in the hair) to destroy the hair and damage the root. When the hair is damaged, it slows the regrowth and kills about 20% of the hair per treatment. It was originally named hair "Removal" but was renamed by the FDA  to "Reduction" because of the possible need of touch ups in the future.

It is Safe?
First of all, laser hair removal with the LightSheer Diode is FDA approved in the US and Canada since 1997. It is the Gold Standard in hair removal. Some people worry about having a laser beam transmitted into the body. You need not worry, however... the laser beam can NOT penetrate more thatn 5mm into the skin, just far enough to vaporize the hair bulb.

How does it work?
The laser emits light energy on the skin to heat the pigment in the hair. When the heat is absorbed by the pigment, it vaporizes the hair shaft, travelling towards the bulb, vaporizing it and disconnecting the tiny vein that supplies blood to the follicle. This is all done instantaniously, with very minimal pain.
The senstation you will feel is similar to a needle prick. Others feel as those it is a small rubber band being snapped on the skin. The feeling is instant and does not linger. It is very manageable.

How many treatments?
Depending on your hair growth, you will require 5-7 treatments.
At Guelph Medical Laser we package our hair removal in a series of 5 - pay for 4 and recieve the 5th free! The cycle of treatments are every 4-6 weeks for facial hair and 10-12 weeks for body hair.

What will my results be?
Instantly the hair is vaporized and you will see some hairs being shed immediately. For the next 3 weeks you will start to see the other hairs fall out. From this point on, you will see patches of hair that do NOT regrow!  And you will also notice that the speed of regrowth is much slower.

What does it cost?
Hair reduction is alot more affordable than people think. Some treatments are as low as $45.00- 400.00, depending on the size of the area. In comparision to the direct cost of shaving or waxing, this might seem high. However, if you calculate how much you will spend on razors, shaving cream, after shave, waxing services, in-home wax kits etc... it will average in the thousands.

Example. Upper Lip Wax                 $12/month x 12months = $144/year
                                                            $144 x 45 (approx age 18-65) = $6480
Upper Lip Laser Hair Removal      $50 x 5 treatments = $250 
                                                   
Now think of what you spend every 6 weeks on your bikini wax... or back wax(guys!)

Laser vs IPL
Some clinics use and claim IPL "lasers" work well for hair reduction. However, IPLs are not able to reach the appropriate depth of penetration to full destroy the hair bulb. IPLs were originally designed to remove pigmented lesions (brown and age spots), not hair.
The LightSheer Diode Laser that our clinic uses is specifically designed for hair removal and works extremely well!

Want some more facts and info on Hair Reduction? Give us a call 519-837-1897!!!

Taking Care of Your Skin in Winter

"Skin care in winter is a challenge for a lot of people. It becomes a greater challenge since the cold dry air removes moisture in the skin. A special care is needed to care for the skin which is the largest organ of the body." (http://thresiapaulose.quazen.com/shopping/skin-care-is-a-winter-challenge/#ixzz1gXCU0sou)

As the temperature starts to change from warm and sunny to cold and dry, our skin changes with it.

Winter is a big challenge for the skin. The cold winter air robs our skin of the natural moisture it holds and leaves it dry, tight and flaky. The humidity in the air lowers during winter months which greatly affects your skin, not just only on your face.

Arms and leg skin is usually affected first, feeling itchy, flakey and dry. If previous conditions of excema or soriasis are present, the cold often worsens the condition. When the skin becomes dry it may create fine lines in the skin, feel rough and appear dull and flaky. Your lips may also crack too.


Here are some tips for keeping you skin healthy during the winter:

1. Keep hydrated. Drink lots of water to help keep your skin's moisture level balanced.

2. Use creams, serums or gels. A heavier cream than your summer cream may be needed. If you are a very dry skin type, you may want to combine your cream with a hydrating serum.

3. Exfoliate regularly. Removing all the dead skin cells in winter is important for removing the dull and flaky skin. thus letting your radiant hydrated skin shine through :)
 A microdermabrasion is a great idea for exfoliating!

4. Wear Sunscreen. Even in the winter the sun is just as strong. We need to protect ourselves from the harmful UV rays. With snow on the ground, the sun reflects off it and does a double wammy on your skin. Prevent sun damage! SPF 30 or higher is recommended.

5. Protect your lips. A lip balm with SPF 15 will help prevent chapping and sun damage to the lips. Many cases of skin cancer occur on the lips.

6. Use a Humidifier. This will keep your room at a balanced humiditity, and will prevent dryness and chapping. Also can reduce the dry throats and cold associated with winter.

7. Excercise and eat healthy. Oxygen is great for the skin, and through exercising you can give your skin the oxygen it needs to maintain a healthy skin condition. Healthy foods keep your skin radiant. The extra water and moisture from fruits and veggies are great for boosting hydration.

Take care of your skin all year round! It is what protects your insides from the harmful outside world.  It is your largest organ! Treat it well :)

The COOL way to lose fat!

The COOL way to lose fat! CoolSculpting by Zeltiq The new, non-invasive way to reduce fat! No downtime. You can get right back to work or play. Naturally removes fat cells over time. You start to see results in as little as three weeks. Non-invasive procedure. It is comfortable with absolutely no scarring. You're physically fit and your weight is stable. You have a healthy diet and lifestyle. But, no matter how much you exercise or diet, you have lumps, bumps, and bulges you just can't get rid of. Men and woman alike face the frustrating truth of it every day : A muffin top. Love handles. Back fat - not much, but just enough to show through a snug-fitting t-shirt or blouse. These small areas of fat don't seem to warrant a surgical prodeduce. But you're tempted. What else can you do? Now you can experience CoolSculpting. This revolutionary procedure uses a precisely controlled cooling method called "Cryolipolysis" to target, cool and eliminate fat cells without damage to surrounding tissue. After a 1-3 hour procedure, you body goes to work. Over the next 2-4 months the crystallized fat cells break down an they are naturally flushed from your body. See it for yourself. What will my results be?: On average each CoolSculpting procedures results in a 20% reduction of fat in the treated area. After initial treatment you can attain additional treatments. However some patients find that one treatement fully addresses their goals. What does it feel like?: You'll feel pressure and intense cold. This soon dissipates and then you can comfortably relax, read a book or take a nap for the next hour. Can I return to normal activities after?: Yes! It is completely non-invasive so you can go back to work or normal activities. No cutting, no needles, no downtime. Safe, comfortable, convenient. Natural, and effective. Clinically proven! Call for a FREE consultation today 519-837-1897!! (More details visit guelphlaser.ca)

Guelph Medical Laser Phone: (519)837-1897 89 Dawson Road Suite 209 Email: info@guelphlaser.ca Guelph ON N1H 1B1

More Latisse Please!

Who Wouldn't want to use Latisse after seeing these amazing lashes?

They are so gorgeous and only take 8 weeks to get to this! 

Want to know how it works and where to get it??

Call us 519-837-1897

     





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SNAP!

Be sure to check us out in Snap Guelph paper each month!

This month we have a full page spreed on the COOLest way to lose weight! - CoolSculpting!

Pick up a copy of Snap at a number of restaurants, grocery stores or public libraries and check it out.

 Or come in to Guelph Medical Laser and grab a free copy!!

* Happy Wednesday!! *

New Years Resolutions

Well folks, we’ve made it through another year! Now is time to look forward to 2012 and see what is has in store for us (pretty sure the world is Not going to end though..) And this means.. its time to make our New Years Resolutions!!

What will yours be this year?

One of the top 3 resolutions people make is generally geared toward appearance. … lose weight, exercise, eat better, etc.

So if your New Years Resolution is to lose some unwanted fat, I’ve got the answer for you!

COOLSCULPTING!

Its that simple. If you are within 10-15 pounds of your goal weight, and just have some curves/pockets of fat you need to shed – then CoolSculpting is your answer!

With 1 easy, painless hour, you can fine tune pockets of fat around your tummy, love handles, bra area or inner thighs!

Too good to be true? That’s what we thought too. Until we started to see results!

Photos taken only 6 weeks after 1 treatment. Full results seen at 8-10 weeks

How does it work??

Cryolypollisis – the freezing of fat tissue. Literally, if fat cells are frozen, they naturally die off and are expelled through your body via immune system.

The procedure is basically painless. For 1 hour your fat is being frozen (no pain associated), while you sit back and relax… read a book, check your emails, have a nap… Its THAT easy!! With each treatment you see about a 25% reduction in fat.

Who knew the cold was actually good for something? :P

Everyone's LOVING CoolSculpting.

Check out this clip from Dr. OZ