Saffron utilizes the FDA-approved Candela Gentle YAG® for our laser hair removal procedures. The YAG laser technology operates on a wavelength of 1064 nm, part of the infrared spectrum, allowing it to dive deep into the skin with minimal melanin absorption in the top layer. This deep approach is super important for treating folks with darker skin because their top skin layer has more melanin, which ups the risk of damage from heat if the laser stops there. By skipping past that outer layer and focusing on the deep-seated hair roots, YAG lasers cut down the risk of damaging the skin and directly target the hair with an FDA-approved mechanism of action.
Once the YAG laser’s energy hits a hair root, it gets soaked up by the melanin inside the root. This energy then turns into heat, raising the root’s temperature to a level that stops it from growing hair in the future. This process, known as selective photothermolysis, makes sure that only the targeted area is treated by the laser beam, leaving the stuff around it untouched and focusing the action right where it’s needed.
The YAG laser is particularly suited for individuals with darker skin tones, including Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI. Its long wavelength minimizes the risk of pigmentation changes or burns, making it a safer option for those with higher melanin levels in their skin.
With YAG laser hair removal treatments, you’ll likely need 6 to 8 visits, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. YAG lasers are awesome for those with darker skin and thick hair. They really help reduce hair for a long time—months or even years. But you might need a quick touch-up once a year for any new hair, especially on places like your face or chest where hair can grow because of hormones.
Call to schedule your complimentary consultation and see if this treatment is right for you.