Laser Hair Removal

About the Treatment

Alma Soprano Titanium is an advanced laser hair removal system designed to provide fast, effective, and virtually painless hair reduction for all skin types.

Using patented technology, the Titanium emits 3 precise wavelengths of light that are absorbed by the melanin (color) in hair follicles. This light energy heats the follicles, damaging them to prevent future hair growth while keeping the surrounding skin unharmed. The system’s cooling technology ensures a comfortable treatment, even for sensitive areas, and allows for quicker treatment sessions.

Understanding the hair growth cycle and hair color considerations:

Laser hair removal works by targeting hair follicles in the active growth phase, known as the anagen phase. However, not all hair follicles are in this phase at the same time; in fact, only about 15% of the follicles are in the anagen phase at the same time. This is why multiple sessions are required for optimal results. Additionally, lasers require hair to have color (melanin) for the treatment to be effective, meaning lighter, finer hairs may not respond as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Avoid waxing, plucking, sugaring, or electrolysis for at least 6 weeks prior, as these methods remove the hair follicle that the laser needs to target.Avoid unprotected sun exposure for 3 weeks before treatment. Avoid self-tanning products for 2 weeks before treatment.

    Shave the desired treatment areas the day of or evening before your appointment. On the day of your appointment, arrive with clean, dry skin—avoid applying lotions, oils, or deodorants to the areas being treated.

  • During your treatment, your provider will apply gel to the treatment areas for comfort and to enhance the laser’s effectiveness. As the Alma Titanium laser glides over your skin, you may feel a slight warming sensation or a light snap, similar to a rubber band. The advanced cooling system minimizes discomfort throughout the session.

  • After your treatment, you may experience mild redness or a sunburn-like sensation in the treated area, which typically subsides within a few hours to a day. You may notice some hair shedding in the weeks following the session, which is normal and part of the treatment process. Be sure to avoid sun exposure and use sunscreen on the treated areas to protect your skin.

  • The number of sessions depends on the treatment area, your individual hair growth cycle, and the color of your hair. Typically, most people need 6 to 8 sessions, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart, to achieve the best results. Periodic maintenance treatments may be needed for hormone-related hair growth.