NEW at Body Aesthetics! Nd:YAG laser for hair removal on dark skin and tanned skin

В laser centre At Body Aesthetics, we have always strived to offer a comprehensive range of services for every skin type, using state-of-the-art equipment. That is why we have added the Gentle Max ProPlus to our extensive „arsenal“ of services – Candela’s newly developed alexandrite + Nd:YAG laser for hair removal, skin rejuvenation and regeneration. It can be used both on tanned skin and on darker skin types (phototypes IV, V and VI). This is particularly important in the summer, when we are exposed to the sun and want to have both smooth skin and a tan.

Yes, Laser hair removal using the GentleLase Pro alexandrite laser from the global market leader Candela continues to be the gold standard worldwide. Its only drawback, however, is that it cannot be used on tanned skin or on people with a naturally darker skin type. That is why we at Body Aesthetics have added the Gentle Max ProPlus to our collection of world-class devices. This means that laser hair removal in the summer is now fully achievable even for the darkest, sun-tanned skin.

Nd:YAG lasers have the longest wavelength, which means they penetrate deepest into the skin. They do not act directly on the hair follicle, but cut off its blood supply. As a result, the hair is destroyed, quite literally, forever.

There is another very important advantage to this type of laser. They are the only ones that allow you to go out in the sun just 72 hours after a hair removal treatment.

In the case of Nd:YAG laser, as with other laser hair removal devices, the number of sessions varies depending on each individual’s physiology and hair growth. However, with the Gentle Family devices and our certified system for successful laser hair removal, the average number of sessions required to achieve excellent results on different areas of the body is 6. The effect can be seen up to 10 days after the first treatment. This laser is equipped with a cooling system – a cryo-jet. It cools the area being treated to minimise discomfort during the procedure.

The Nd:YAG laser It is also used for other treatments. In addition to laser hair removal, it may affect acne-prone skin, and also where there is unwanted blood vessels, also known as blood stars.

For acne The Nd:YAG laser It has a soothing effect on the skin. It is particularly suitable for people with acne flare-ups following chickenpox or a hormonal imbalance. In the case of spider veins, this type of laser targets the affected blood vessel, causing it to contract and subsequently disappear. The procedure does not damage the skin or other blood vessels in any way. Unfortunately, this laser cannot treat large varicose veins.

Another application of Nd:YAG laser is for skin rejuvenation. It acts directly on the skin, reducing inflammation and stimulating its natural regenerative processes. The laser has an immediately visible effect, as it causes the fibroblasts to contract. Furthermore, a course of treatments carried out over the course of a month permanently reduces wrinkles and redness, evens out the complexion and reduces the size of the pores.

Nd:YAG lasers are mainly used in two types of cases:

- for hair removal in people with skin types IV, V and VI;

- For hair removal in people with skin types I, II and III, if they have developed a tan during their Alexandrite laser hair removal treatments or retain a tan for a very long time – in such cases, we use an Nd:YAG laser so as not to miss the anagen phase of hair growth and to avoid prolonging the course of treatment.

The Nd:YAG laser can be used on all skin types (I–VI). However, it is rarely the treatment of choice for phototypes I, II and III. This is because The best and most effective laser for hair removal for this type of salon client is the alexandrite laser.

There are two main drawbacks to Nd:YAG laser procedures.

1. They are painful for some of those undergoing the procedure, particularly if older-generation lasers or those from lower-tier manufacturers are used. The new generation of Gentle Max Pro Plus features enhanced technology to ensure that the sensation caused by the laser is as comfortable as possible and comparable to that of an alexandrite laser.

2. It is not effective on fine, thin hair. Only the alexandrite laser, which has a different wavelength and operates using a different technology, can treat this type of hair.

As with any permanent hair removal method, laser hair removal using an Nd:YAG laser may cause side effects. These include, for example, burns, scarring, redness, skin lightening and swelling. However, when administered correctly by an experienced therapist, side effects are kept to a minimum. With an Nd:YAG laser, burns rarely occur due to the way it works. Mild swelling may occur in areas with denser hair growth and thinner skin.

This is precisely what makes Nd:YAG laser hair removal suitable for dark skin and tanned skin. The longer wavelength is absorbed less by the melanin in the skin, which significantly reduces the risk of burns and changes in pigmentation, making it ideal for darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick types IV to VI). Therefore, there is no risk of burns even if you have a tan.

Once again, the difference lies in the wavelength. Diode lasers operate at a wavelength of 855 nm. This makes them effective for a wider range of skin types, including medium-to-dark skin tones (Fitzpatrick types III to V). However, they carry a higher risk of hyperpigmentation or burns for people with very dark skin compared with ND:YAG lasers. The reason is that some of their energy is absorbed by the melanin in the skin and hair. This makes diode laser operators more cautious with the settings, which leads to the need for many more treatment sessions and more variable results.

By now, you should be aware of why we have chosen a latest-generation Nd:YAG laser for you at the Body Aesthetics centre. With the Gentle Max ProPlus from Candela Successful laser hair removal in the summer is now entirely achievable, even for the darkest skin tones with a tan. Not to mention the additional benefits of skin rejuvenation and regeneration.

So, if you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to book a detailed and completely free consultation with our team of experts. Take a look at our new online shop, so you can choose the offer that’s right for you. Your smooth, tanned summer skin is just around the corner.