Lasers hair removal machines are precise instruments that can be specifically adjusted to kill the hair growth. At her office in Calgary, Dr. Zakhary has the Apogee Elite laser hair removal machine, which uses a wide laser beam designed to treat and kill many hairs at once in a very short period of time, instead of treating hair-by-hair like electrolysis does. As a result, large areas such as arms, legs and backs, can be treated in a relatively short period of time. After your laser hair removal treatments, you will have longer lasting results compared to waxing, tweezing, or shaving.

The laser hair removal treatment has a slight stinging or prickly sensation which made more comfortable by a machine that blows cool air on the treated area during and after the treatment to cool and soothe the skin. It is generally a painless and comfortable treatment.

If the skin becomes slightly red or swollen after the laser hair removal treatment, this means that you are getting the desired result. This local reaction usually subsides within a few minutes to a few hours and your skin will quickly return to normal. Since the laser is not invasive, you will be able to return to normal daily activities immediately following your treatment.

In Dr. Zakhary’s experience at her clinic in Calgary, most of her patients have a good reduction in hair growth and thickness after 6-10 treatments, spaced 4-8 weeks apart. Some people may need touch up treatments to eliminate new hairs that are entering into the growth phase after the initial treatments.  Results can vary depending on the area being treated, the individuals' hair type, hormone levels, stress levels, and certain medications, since these factors can stimulate hair growth. Some people may require fewer than 6 laser hair removal treatments and some people may require more, depending on the desired results.   It is important to keep a consistent schedule for your laser hair removal sessions so that you can have the best results.