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Bikini, Brazilian and Hollywood Laser
Bikini, Brazilian and Hollywood Laser Hair Removal
Intimate areas are the most commonly requested laser treatments and the least comfortably discussed. They are also where laser makes the biggest difference to day to day life, because the alternative is waxing or shaving an area that reacts badly to both.
At Hannah Clarke Advanced Skin and Beauty in Rainford, bikini, Brazilian and Hollywood laser are carried out by Leah, in her own private treatment room upstairs, using the SMARTdiode Pro.
The most popular option is a package: underarms and Hollywood at £99 a session.
See laser hair removal in St Helens for how a course works and the full price list. Intimate treatment for male clients is covered on the laser hair removal for men page, and if laser will not work on your hair colour, waxing in St Helens is the alternative.
Packages, because nobody treats one area
Intimate areas are almost always booked alongside underarms and legs, so they are priced that way.
Underarms and Hollywood is £99 a session. Add half legs and it is £129. Add full legs instead and it is £139. Other combinations can be built, so if what you want is not on the list, ask.
A course is six to twelve sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart, then maintenance every three to four months.
On what to expect. Shave the area beforehand, do not wax or pluck it, because the laser needs the follicle intact. Protective eyewear goes on before the laser is switched on. Afterwards some redness or soreness is normal, and aloe vera gel helps.
Every session begins with the area being checked. If the skin is compromised for any reason, that area is not treated that day. That is a judgement call Leah makes rather than a box to tick.
Your consultation and your appointment
Every new client has a consultation and patch test before any treatment. It is a requirement, both for insurance and to establish that laser is safe for you specifically.
Your consultation covers:
- What you want treated, and what you are hoping for. Your expectations matter as much as the areas.
- Medical history and medications. HRT and hormonal medication, for example, can increase hair growth, which changes what to expect from a course.
- A Fitzpatrick skin type assessment, using a small device placed on the skin that reads which of the six types you are, so the machine is set correctly for your skin.
- A patch test, a small test area on your settings. If your skin reacts, for example with blistering, treatment does not go ahead.
How to prepare. Shave the area, and do not wax or pluck it. The laser targets the follicle, so the follicle has to still be there. Avoid tanning and sunbeds before and after treatment, and mention any sun holidays so your sessions can be planned around them.
Every session that follows runs the same way: your medical history is checked again, the area is checked for rashes, redness or soreness, protective eyewear goes on for both of you, the area is treated on your settings, and aftercare is talked through before you leave.
Afterwards, some redness or soreness is normal. Aloe vera gel helps if the area feels irritated, and you should stay off sunbeds and avoid tanning the treated area.
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Meet Leah, your laser technician
Laser hair removal at Hannah Clarke is delivered by Leah, from her own treatment room upstairs at the Rainford clinic.
- Registered dental nurse, who has completed additional specialist training to qualify as a laser technician.
- Continuing training, kept up to date specifically around laser safety, different skin types, and getting the best results for each client.
Her approach is straightforward. She will tell you honestly whether she thinks the treatment will work for you, and she will say so if she thinks it will not. In her words: "I'd never want someone paying for treatment I don't think will benefit them."
You can ask her as many questions as you want, and you will have her number between appointments.
Please note that the treatment room and the machine are upstairs, so you do need to be able to manage the stairs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between bikini, Brazilian and Hollywood?
>Bikini treats the area outside the underwear line. Brazilian removes most of the hair with a strip left at the front. Hollywood removes everything. Leah will confirm exactly what is included at your consultation.
How much is Hollywood laser hair removal?
>The most popular option is a package: underarms and Hollywood at £99 a session, £129 with half legs, £139 with full legs. Individual areas are priced by size, from £19 for a micro area up to £89 for a large area.
How many sessions will I need?
>A course of six to twelve, spaced four to six weeks apart for body areas, then maintenance every three to four months.
Is it a private room?
>Yes. Leah has her own treatment room upstairs at the Rainford clinic.
Does laser hair removal work on blonde, red or grey hair?
>No. Laser targets the pigment in the hair follicle, and blonde, red and grey hair does not carry enough pigment to respond well. Leah will tell you at your patch test if she does not think your hair will respond.
Do I need a patch test?
>Yes, every new client. It is required for insurance and it establishes that treatment is safe for you. If your skin reacts to the test, for example with blistering, treatment does not go ahead.
How should I prepare?
>Shave the area rather than waxing or plucking it, because the laser needs the follicle intact to target. Avoid tanning and sunbeds before and after treatment, and mention any sun holidays at consultation.
Is laser hair removal permanent?
>It gives permanent hair reduction rather than permanent removal. After a course you are left with significantly less hair, growing finer and slower, and most people keep it that way with a maintenance session every three to four months.
How much does it cost?
>Per session, £19 for a micro area such as the upper lip, £39 small, £69 medium and £89 for a large area such as full legs. Packages start at £99 for underarms and Hollywood, £129 with half legs and £139 with full legs.
Is there step-free access?
>No. The treatment room and the laser machine are upstairs, so you do need to be able to manage the stairs.
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