Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal Begin with your Skin Medspa Center, Inc. uses the CoolGlide XEO laser that has received the Editors' Choice Award for Most Diverse Aesthetic Laser from Aesthetic Trends & Technologies magazine. The CoolGlide XEO incorporates treatment for non-ablative skin rejuvenation, facial and leg vein removal, hair removal and pigmented lesions. To quote Aesthetics Trend & Technologies “This laser is truly the best aesthetic long pulsed YAG ever built”. Come in for a consultation and see for yourself how we can enhance your natural beauty.

Areas tha can be treated by Laser Hair Removal:
  • Lip
  • Chin
  • Legs
  • Feet
  • Face
  • Neck
  • Back
  • Arms
  • Hands
  • Bikini
  • Privates
  • Uni-Brow
  • Full Body
  • Shoulders
  • Chest/Abs
  • Underarms
The Cool-Glide XEO laser system, which includes the propriety PowerFlex technology, allows Begin with your Skin Medspa Center an optimization of parameters to treat fine or course hair and is cleared for permanent hair reduction on all skin types including tanned and dark skin.

Lasers are specially suited for the removal of unwanted hair and are a non-invasive method to disable the hair structure without damaging the surrounding area. Numerous hair follicles can be treated simultaneously allowing for rapid coverage of large areas with minimal discomfort.

Patient Information Hair Removal Pre-Treatment Instructions (Laser):
  1. No plucking, waxing, depilatory or bleaching for a minimum of 1 week prior to your first treatment only. We ask that you refrain from any plucking, waxing, depilatory or bleaching during the laser treatment process; these methods will interfere with the laser treatment and may result requiring more treatments to achieve desired results. Shaving is permitted during laser treatments.
  2. Please remove make-up, deodorants, and lotions in treatment area prior to treatment. Ladies: If you are treating your bikini area please wear white underwear, because the laser is attracted to dark colors.
  3. Shaving may not be required prior to your first treatment. Please call for further instructions. A $25.00 fee will be charged for unshaven areas following your first treatment.
  4. If you've started any antibiotics or any other medications that may make you photo sensitive, please let us know. We may have to reschedule your appointment. Also notify the RN/Tech if there has been any change in your health status (new medications, heart condition etc).
  5. Sun exposure and tanning beds should be avoided for 3 days pre and post treatment. If sun exposure is unavoidable use a minimum "SPF 30 SUNSCREEN".
  6. For maximum desired results, multiple treatments will be required at regular scheduled intervals.



For pricing or any other questions please do not hesitate to call our office at (651) 905-1234 or use the contact us form.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CoolGlide?
The CoolGlide system presents a revolution in hair removal. Using technology beyond that of other laser, the CoolGlide can disable hundreds of hair follicles in less than one second, and promises long-lasting results.

The CoolGlide hair removal system is a non-invasive laser specifically designed to eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body. The CoolGlide system generates intense, long-pulsed light through an actively-cooled handpiece, which effectively disables unwanted pigmented hair follicles, thus impairing their growth. The laser's cold handpiece is placed gently on the skin and glides along as pulses of light are delivered from the laser. When the light penetrates the skin, it selectively damages the root of the unwanted hair.

The CoolGlide can remove hair from all parts of the body including the face, legs, arms, underarms, and back, as well as sensitive areas like the chest, nipples, and bikini line.

How does CoolGlide compare with other hair removal methods?
Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams are all temporary methods which must be repeated on a frequent basis. Hair removal with CoolGlide offers longer lasting results.

How do CoolGlide treatments compare with electrolysis?
Electrolysis is a tedious, invasive and painful process that involves inserting a needle into each hair follicle and delivering an electrical charge to destroy them one at a time. Electrolysis often requires years of treatments at regular intervals. CoolGlide delivers non-invasive light energy to hundreds of hair follicles at one time. In just a few minutes, CoolGlide can effectively treat an area that would take over an hour with electrolysis.

What are CoolGlide treatments like?
CoolGlide's wand, as the name implies, cools and soothes your skin as it glides along. When the pulse of light is delivered, some patients experience a mild stinging or pinching sensation. No local anesthesia or pain medication is typically required. Some patients prefer a topical anesthetic when sensitive areas are treated.

Are there any side effects from the CoolGlide laser hair removal process?
Short-term side effects may include slight reddening of the skin or local swelling. These effects typically last less than an hour, but, on rare occasions may last a few days. In rare instances there may be some blistering.

Does skin color make a difference?
With CoolGlide's unique design your doctor has the flexibility to treat a wider variety of skin types. Patients with fair skin respond the best. Suntanned patients or those with darker pigmentation may be pretreated with a topical skin bleaching agent; wear a sun screen and avoid the sun prior to treatment.

How many treatments are required?
Most areas require 3-6 treatments. The number of treatments you may require for optimal long-term benefits depends on the area you wish to have treated, the hair density and your hair's growth cycle. Your hair grows in cycles and many factors influence it growth. Age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet, medication and metabolism all play part in your hair's location, thickness and resilience.

Are there any restrictions on my activity after treatments?
After your treatment, the area is cleansed and you can return to your normal activates immediately. Your physician may recommend that you use a specially formulated skin care product line or prescribe a skin care regimen especially formulated for your skin type. The use of sun screen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun. As always, it is a good idea to limit your sun exposure.