Frequently asked questions

Light is emitted and absorbed by melanin within the hair, which is then converted to heat energy damaging the hair follicle.

With standard laser hair removal treatments, you can feel what is described as a ‘hot flick’ of an elastic band during treatment. However, with the virtually pain-free Initia treatment you will feel little to no sensation at all. The built-in IceTip™ technology when in MOTION mode allows for even more comfort for clients especially when treating an area with lots of dense and dark hair. During treatment this technology can reach temperatures of -8°C for extra comfortable treatments.

The number of sessions required varies from client to client dependant on many factors however, as a guideline it is always recommended to complete a course of at least six sessions per area treated.

Results can be seen after just few treatments. However, a minimum of 6 treatments are recommended to deliver excellent results.

EVOLVE laser technology is suitable for all skin types. I recommend a consultation to ascertain if the treatment will be successful for you. Grey/white hair has no melanin so is not suitable for treatment.

Yes, I can treat practically all areas of the body. Treatment areas include the face, bikini area, back, arms, legs, chest and underarms. I am unable to treat areas covered in tattoos.

It’s a fast treatment. The duration depends on the size of the area to be treated. This ranges from five minutes for the upper lip and up to 35 minutes for a full leg.

There are very few contraindications. However, during an advanced consultation, I will run through your medical history. The most common barriers to treatment are photosensitising medication, pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Before treatment you should refrain from sunbathing and use of self tanners. I recommend no sun exposure for 4-6 weeks. I advise you to arrive at your appointment with the treatment area clean and shaved, without makeup, product or deodorant.

Top tips after laser hair removal: 1. I always recommend avoiding activities which generate excess heat for at least 24 hours after the treatment. This means no exercise, hot baths, showers or saunas as these activities can trap heat and bacteria in the hair follicles and could lead to irritation. We also advise wearing loose, light clothing following your hair removal treatment. 2. I always recommend you wear a broad-spectrum SPF 50, such as Lynton LIGHT PROTECT, to protect your skin from UV damage and sun exposure in-between your treatments.

Short answer...No. With the EVOLVE, we have the ability to utilise two modes: STANDARD mode and MOTION mode to deliver virtually pain-free laser hair removal treatments. What does this mean for you? Nobody likes the discomfort of waxing or the sensation of a rubber band flicking the skin, which people have experienced with other more traditional laser treatments. The EVOLVE reduces this discomfort by delivering energy in a more gradual way with the MOTION mode. Hair can be reduced on all body areas with a virtually pain-free experience. By heating the hair slowly and combining this with IceTip technology, the EVOLVE laser destroys the growing hair follicle in a much gentler way. With the EVOLVE, all skin types can receive safe and effective hair-removal treatments