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Laser Hair Removal Saint-Sauveur
Laser hair removal uses concentrated laser energy to target hair follicles and reduce unwanted hair growth, for long‑lasting results that depend on factors such as your hair and skin. Because it acts on the follicle rather than removing hair temporarily at the surface, it is considered a method of permanent hair reduction.
At Dermapure, laser hair removal is performed with a latest‑generation diode laser. The device produces a concentrated beam of light that is absorbed by the melanin, the pigment that gives hair its colour. The light is then converted into heat that targets the follicle during its active growth phase, helping to reduce the hair's ability to grow back while sparing the surrounding skin. Because hair grows in cycles and only follicles in the active phase respond, several sessions are usually needed to achieve a meaningful reduction.
The hand piece includes an integrated cooling system that helps make the treatment more comfortable. Laser hair removal works best on darker hair, since the laser relies on melanin to reach the follicle. Hair that is blonde, red, grey or white contains little melanin and tends to respond poorly. Your specialist will assess your skin, your phototype and your hair during your consultation to determine whether laser hair removal is the most appropriate option for you.
IPL Hair Removal
Depending on the clinic, hair removal can also be performed with intense pulsed light (IPL), a light‑based technology that can be adapted to a range of treatment goals. Your specialist will help determine which approach is best suited to your skin and hair.
What to Expect During Your Session
Shaving the treatment area
Making sure the skin is smooth before treatment takes just a few seconds. Your technician will shave the area so that no surface hair interferes with the treatment, which also helps reduce the risk of skin reactions.
Marking the treatment area
Outlining the area with a white cosmetic pencil serves as a guide for your technician and helps ensure the full surface is treated evenly, without passing over the same spot twice.
Applying a protective gel
At the start of each session, an aqueous protective gel is applied over the area. It helps the applicator glide smoothly, supports the skin during treatment, and adds comfort by offering a refreshing contrast to the heat delivered by the applicator.
Proper eye protection
Protective eyewear is worn to shield the eyes from the light. It is common to perceive flashes of light during the session, and the eyewear stays on throughout.
Setting device parameters
Adjusting the device is an important part of the process. Since every person is different, your technician considers several factors, including the treatment area, your phototype (skin colour) and the texture and colour of your hair. This is why a patch test is done a few days before your first full session: the technician tests a few pulses to identify suitable settings for you.
Follow‑Up and Maintenance
Once the planned sessions are completed, a minimal yearly maintenance session is sometimes recommended before the summer for a few stubborn hairs that may remain. Electrolysis may also be worth considering for lighter hair that responds less well to the laser.
Side Effects & Contraindications
As with any light‑based treatment, some temporary reactions are possible. The most common are redness, mild swelling and a warm sensation in the treated area, which usually settle within a few hours to a couple of days. Less frequently, temporary changes in skin pigmentation (lighter or darker areas) can occur, particularly on deeper skin tones, along with small blisters, crusting or, rarely, a superficial burn. Contact your specialist if you notice persistent pain, blistering, signs of infection or any reaction that concerns you.
A few precautions also help keep the treatment appropriate and effective. Laser hair removal should be postponed during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and avoided in case of recent sun exposure in the month before or after each session. Tanning booths, self‑tanning products, photosensitizing medication, waxing and tweezing are not compatible with treatment. Because the laser relies on melanin to reach the follicle, blonde, red, grey or white hair tends not to respond well. Your specialist will review the full list of risks and the precautions and contraindications that apply to your situation during your consultation.
