Hair-Free Skin
As we start to age, unwanted hair appears in places we can’t seem to get rid of no matter how much we pluck, wax, or shave. BBL Hair Reduction, or Broad Band Light Therapy, is a procedure that uses the power of light to erase unwanted hair on your skin’s surface without damaging surrounding skin. BBL Hair reduction in Rochester, New York, will allow you to say goodbye to unwanted facial hair on the brow, chin, upper lip, and more. Allow yourself to feel youthful, radiant, and confident with BBL hair reduction in Rochester.
What It Treats
Unwanted Facial Hair
Procedure Time
30 – 45 minutes
Recovery Time
No downtime
What is BBL Hair Reduction in Rochester?
BBL Hair reduction is a safe and reliable procedure performed at our Rochester, New York location that removes unwanted hair at its core and features treatments that can be customized according to hair color and texture. Using highly effective intense pulsed light (IPL), BBL gently heats the targeted area(s). The heat irrevocably damages the hair follicle, allowing them to be diminished and unable to show themselves again. After about two weeks, remaining hair follicles may continue to fall off. This ensures quality results you’ll be proud of.
How BBL Hair Reduction in Rochester Works
BBL hair reduction is a non-invasive treatment that uses light to inhibit hair growth. The pigment in the hair shaft absorbs the light, which in turn creates heat. That heat damages the hair follicle’s growth center, therefore hindering more hair from growing in.
Since hair growth cycles through resting and growing phases, a series of initial BBL hair reduction treatments are performed every 4 to 10 weeks, depending on the area of the body. Most people see the maximum reduction after 6 to 8 sessions.
Simply speaking, when hair is in its resting phase, it might not be able to absorb the light or generate enough heat to do any real damage. That’s why we generally recommend getting multiple treatments to remove hair as it rotates through the hair growth cycle.
Overall, BBL hair reduction in Rochester will give you incredible, long-lasting results. In fact, it’s effective in removing 80 to 90 percent of hair in the treated areas! Even though a small amount of hair may grow back, that hair is usually finer and less noticeable than it was before the treatment. Many people will do a touch-up treatment every 6 to 12 months to catch any lingering hair.
BBL hair reduction is a safe, FDA-approved treatment that removes facial hair. This includes hair on the:
-Brow
-Chin
-Eyebrows
During your one-hour free consultation, you’ll speak with one of our hair reduction specialists about your personal hair reduction needs. From that conversation, we’ll create a plan that will get you the smooth skin of your dreams!
The Hair Growth Cycle
The hair growth cycle plays an important role in the success of BBL hair reduction in Rochester. Hair grows in cycles, and many factors influence its growth. Age, ethnicity, medications, hormone levels, and even body type all influence the length, coarseness, and color of body hair.
In general, hair goes through three phases of growth: anagen, catagen, and telogen. The length of the cycle does vary from person to person, which is why it’s important to follow your customized hair reduction plan.
Phase 1: Active Growing
Anagen is the active growing phase where the hair bulb is intact. Hair grows in both directions—upward and downward. Early anagen is when the bulb is closest to the surface of the skin and contains an abundance of melanin (pigment). This phase allows for the most effective treatment.
Phase 2: Regression
Catagen is a brief intermediate phase between anagen and telogen. It is a regression phase, when the lower part of the hair stops growing but has not been shed, and when the body absorbs the lower third of the follicle.
Phase 3: Resting
Telogen is the resting phase. The hair bulb is no longer present and is now a club hair, which will fall out, or be pushed out of the follicle by a new anagen growing hair.
The Treatment Process for BBL Hair Reduction in Rochester, NY
The consultation
Our expert medical professionals at Envision Eye & Aesthetics will make sure a BBL hair reduction procedure will fit your needs and expectations.
Light Flashes
Light is fixated onto targeted areas by a trained technician at one of our three Rochester locations.
Heat Absorbed
As the heat targets theses areas, hair is damaged and naturally eliminated.
Hair Removed
The regrowth of hair is prohibited from the BBL hair reduction treatment in Rochester, New York.
Who can get BBL hair reduction in Rochester?
BBL hair reduction in Rochester is a great option for men and women. Oftentimes, an experienced technician will cater the treatment to each person, keeping in mind hair color, skin color, and hair texture. This allows each patient to have the best results possible.
At Envision Aesthetics, we always meet with our clients for an initial consultation. During that time, we’ll do a deep analysis of your hair and skin to customize your BBL hair reduction treatment.
Keep in mind that laser hair removal is not recommended for:
-Female clients who are pregnant
-Clients who have underlying skin conditions that could worsen with the treatment
-Clients with a sensitivity to light
Benefits of BBL Hair Reduction
Smooth, Clear Skin
After a BBL hair reduction therapy treatment, hair is removed to ensure your skin’s surface will be hair-free and baby smooth. This state-of-the-art laser technology eliminates hair forever. BBL hair reduction will allow your skin to be smooth and radiant without razors, waxing, or tweezing. Let yourself feel confident in your skin again with BBL hair reduction in Rochester.
For Men & Women
BBL hair reduction is not a procedure only for women. Envision Eye & Aesthetics offers BBL Hair Reduction in Rochester New York to both men and women who desire to remove excess or unwanted hair. Many patients experience positive results from BBL hair reduction treatments.
Before the Treatment
Before your BBL hair reduction in Rochester, you’ll meet with one of our hair removal specialists to discuss your hair loss goals. We’ll closely examine your hair type and texture so we can find the best light option for you.
During this time, we’ll also create a customized program that’ll include where we’ll focus your treatment and how many treatments you should get to obtain the smooth skin you’ve always wanted!
Do not tan or use any kind of self-tanners a month before your BBL hair reduction treatment. Tanned skin could lead to discoloration and blistering. You’ll also want to avoid plucking or waxing the areas you want to be treated for a month.
During the Treatment
We ask that all of our clients come in for their BBL hair reduction appointment with the area freshly shaved. We’ll apply protective eyewear to avoid any damage from the light. After applying a cool gel, your hair reduction specialist will use a handpiece to administer flashes of light that will begin destroying hair cells.
Many of our clients say the process feels like a slight prick or rubber bands snapping against the skin. Other than that, BBL hair reduction in Rochester is very tolerable, and we’ll make sure that you’re in and out as fast as possible.
After the Treatment
You may see slight swelling or minor redness after your BBL hair reduction in Rochester. This is usually temporary and goes away after a few hours. The treated hair may take 1 to 2 weeks to fall away, and during that time, it can seem like they are still growing.
Depending on your customized plan, you may need multiple sessions to get your desired look. These should done within intervals between 4-10 weeks.
BBL hair reduction gives you the chance to have hairless, smooth skin. You’ll gain radiant skin without having to worry about shaving, waxing, or harsh hair removal creams. Enjoy skin that you’ll be proud to show off with BBL hair reduction in Rochester.