Does the thought of time-consuming hair rituals like shaving, tweezing or waxing leave you feeling exhausted before you've even begun? Forever Bare BBL is a light-based laser hair reduction treatment with in-motion technology.  It is appropriate for most skin tones and hair textures.

 

Usually requires 6 treatments. Once or twice yearly maintenance treatments eliminate hair regrowth in the treated areas.  Pricing is per session.

 

**Consultation required.

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Preparing for Your Appointment 

• For maximum results please prepare for your appointment with the treatment area  shaved with 1-2 days of stubble. 

• It is important to stop waxing or plucking hairs at least 3 days prior to your laser  hair reduction treatment. 

• Avoid sun exposure to treatment area. The risk of burns and pigmentation changes  increases dramatically when skin is creating pigmentation in response to sun  exposure. 

• Stop the application of self tanner and tanning beds 3-4 weeks prior to treatment.  

• Discontinue use of photosensitivity medications such as Doxycycline, Minocycline,  Isotretinoin (Sotret), Claravis, Amnesteem, PDT) 

• If you have a history of cold sores your provider may prescribe an antiviral. Notify your provider if you have a history of seizures or migraines.  You may not have a active rash or infection in the treatment area. Avoid of Accutane for at least 6 months is required. 

• You can not have this treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

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Post Treatment Guidelines  

• Redness and swelling around the hair follicles in the treated area is sometimes  noted with a few minutes after the completion of the procedure typically resolving 

• within 24-48 hours. 

• A sunburn sensation in the area treated is normal and expected. Be gentle to treatment area(s). DO NOT pick or scratch at your skin. Until sensitivity resolves avoid the following:  

  • Applying makeup over treatment area. 

  • Use of scented lotions or soaps, deodorants, exfoliant creams (Retin A, glycolic/ salicylic and alpha-hydroxy acids), acne creams or gels, loofa sponges and  aggressive scrubbing. 

  • Hot or cold water-wash with tepid water. 

  • Shaving 

  • Swimming pools and spas with multiple chemicals/chlorine 

  • Activities that cause excessive perspiration. 

• Cool compress or wrapped ice pack can be used to provide comfort if the treated  area is especially warm. This is typically only needed within the first 12 hours. 

• Vitamin E or Aloe Vera applied to the treatment area may provide a soothing  effect. 

• In the unusual case of crusting of the skin in the treated area, apply an antibiotic  ointment twice a day to the affected areas. Do not pick at these areas, this may  result in infection or scarring. 

• If the skin is broken or a blister appears, apply an antibiotic ointment and contact  the office immediately. Keep the affected area moist and avoid direct sun  exposure. 

• In rare cases, hives have been reported after laser hair reduction treatments. If you  experience an irritated raised rash after the treatment contact the office. 

• Do not use other hair removal methods or products on the treated area during the  course of your laser treatments (tweezing, waxing, and depilatories) as it will  prevent you from achieving your best results. 

• Strictly avoid any sun exposure to the treated area for 14 days. The treated area is 

• more prone to sunburn and pigmentation change. Keep the area covered and use a  sunblock with a protection factor of SPF 30+. Delayed blistering secondary to sun  exposure has been noted up to 72 hours post treatment. 

• Hair may take up to 4 weeks, or in some cases, as little as a few days to fall out  following treatment. Do not be alarmed if hairs appear to be “growing” during this  time. 

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BBL Forever Bare Hair Reduction FAQ 

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What is BBL (Broadband Light) for hair reduction? 

BBL is an innovative light based technology that utilizes pulses of light energy to  gently penetrate into the skin and specifically target, disable and destroy  unwanted hair follicles. This noninvasive treatment is a comfortable and easy  treatment for the age old problem of unwanted body hair. 

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How does BBL work? 

BBL delivers excellent photo thermal energy to hair follicles. By selecting the  appropriate wavelength for hair reduction, we will be able to tailor the treatment to  your skin type in order to achieve optimal results. 

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Hair grows in three stages. When hair is in the anlagen stage (growth) it is most  vulnerable to light therapy. BBL selectively heats the full length of the imbedded  hair follicle cutting off its supply of nutrients, thus disabling its growth. Because  

all hair is not always in the anlagen stage at one time, multiple treatments must be  given over time to treat it while it is in the anlagen stage. Your clinician will design  a treatment series to reflect your desire for hair reduction in particular body  locations. 

 

What areas can be treated? 

BBL hair reduction offers patients a safe, fast, and effective alternative for dealing  with unwanted hair. BBL is safe enough to be used on any part of the body (face,  neck, underarms, bikini lines, legs, arms). 

 

Can tanned skin be treated? 

An active tan from the sun or tanning beds is not appropriate for treating with BBL.  Tanned skin has a lot of pigment or melanin that may also absorb the BBL light  energy intended for the hair follicles. It is recommended that a person does not  have sun exposure in the area to be treated for at least 3 weeks prior to treatment.  Self tanners must be faded from skin for at least a week to 10 days prior to treatment. 

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How long will it take to recover? 

Your healing time will depend upon your treatment. In most cases, there is virtually  no downtime and you may resume daily activities immediately. You may experience  some redness after the procedure.