All body areas can be treated except for the head.

Facial treatments:

• Face, including lip, chin, sideburns, moustache, beard
• Ears

Body treatments:

• Arms including under arms
• Chest/ Breasts
• Bikini / Speedo
• Buttocks / Peri-anal
• Stomach
• Legs
• Back

The applicator’s cooling tip helps to cool the skin, making the treatment comfortable and virtually pain-free.

The Elase has two types of settings:

• Motif mode – quick and pain-free, used for larger areas – delivers 10 pulses per second making it a comfortable treatment.
• Pulse mode – used for smaller and bony areas – delivers 1 pulse per second – could feel like an elastic band sting and only lasts the duration of the pulse.

The following can also occur during or after the treatment:

• Erythema (redness of the skin)
• Oedema (slight swelling due to the heat)
• Temporary bruising or formation of small red / purple spots caused by pressure

The hair growth cycle is complex and differs depending on anatomical area and hormonal conditions. The number of sessions also depends on the skin type and nature of the hair (colour and thickness).
It can take anywhere between 6 – 12 treatments to achieve the final results.

Generally, treatments with the Elase are quick, but the treatment times varies according to the treatment area and be anywhere between 10 minutes – 180 minutes.

Human hair growth is all at different growth cycles. Only growing and mature hair can be targeted and approximately 10 – 20% of our hair resides in this growth stage (Anagen growth cycle). It is therefore critical to adhere to strict time intervals to ensure that the hair follicle is targeted at the growth stage.

Below is the average recommendation in accordance to the treatment protocol:

• Facial Hair – every 4 – 6 weeks
• Body Hair – every 6 – 8 weeks
• Intervals can gradually be increased depending on the hair growth rate

This treatment is safe and effective for all skin and hair types, except red, grey and vellus hair.

Usually only hair with colour can be treated as blonde, grey and red hair do not respond to light treatment, however with the elόs technology which includes Radio Frequency, blonde hair can successfully be treated because Radio Frequency is not dependant on colour which is also why the Elase is a safe treatment for dark skins.

A complimentary consultation session of approximately 30 minutes, is required upfront where a comprehensive assessment will be done to determine whether you can proceed with treatments. During this session, expectations and possible contraindications will be discussed, and a plan formulated in accordance to your needs. If you are pregnant or carry a pacemaker, you can also not perform this treatment.

• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds as well as tanning lotions 2 weeks prior to any treatment
• No topical Retinoids (Vit A), Alpha Hydroxy Acids/Beta Hydroxy Acids for 24 hours on treatment area
• If you have waxed, tweezed or used any hair removal creams in the treatment area, a waiting period of at least 4 – 6 weeks is required – NOTE: Waxing, epilation, tweezing or the use of hair removal creams ARE NOT permitted during the hair removal treatment protocol
• Hair is a conductor of heat and may cause the area to overheat – ensure your hair is shaved at least 24 – 48 hours prior to treatment in the treatment area (fast growth hair cycle: shave 24 hours before and slow growth hair cycle shave 48 hour before)
• Note: For clients who do not wish to wear disposable underwear during body treatments, please bring an extra pair of underwear – to ensure consistency with photographs taken, it will be advisable to wear the same pair of underwear

For 12 hours after treatment:

• Avoid applying any creams, oils or powders in the treated area. A water-based cream and /or sunblock can be applied
• Avoid having an excessive hot bath, shower, sauna or any other heat induced treatment
• Avoid direct sun exposure or lying on a sunbed
• Avoid excessive exercise or sweating
• Avoid scratching or picking, if a blister develops – apply an ice pack followed by Bactroban
• Avoid swimming in a chlorinated pool
• Avoid applying photosensitive topical creams, i.e. anti-inflammatory / antihistamine
• Avoid applying perfume (including anti-perspirants) – it can cause a burn and/or discoloration of the skin
• Avoid wearing excessively tight clothes

For 48 hours after treatment:

• Avoid applying any topical Retinoids (Vit A), Alpha Hydroxy Acids or Beta Hydroxy Acids for 48 hours after the treatment

Keep your skin hydrated and nourished with a quality skin care program and daily application of a full spectrum sunscreen, as well as exfoliating the treatment area on a regular basis.

When will I see results?

Clients are all different and respond differently to the treatments. It is not possible to give a guarantee as to how long it will take to see your desired results (between 6 – 12 sessions). Results will become more noticeable after each treatment.

How long will the results last?

Studies have shown that good laser hair removal candidates may reduce hair counts by 20 – 90% through the course of the treatment.
It’s important to note that no matter how many laser hair removal sessions a client undergoes, the treatment won’t guarantee a lifetime of hair-free results.
We are all born with a set of dormant hair follicles which may or may not be stimulated by physiological changes, such as hormonal changes, stress and trauma.
If the dormant hair follicles are not activated, then the client can expect to do maintenance once or twice per year or as needed.

Note: Laser hair removal is NOT a method of permanent hair removal; it’s a method of long-term hair reduction.