Hair Removal During Pregnancy
There are many schools of thought in regards to laser treatments and more specifically hair removal during pregnancy. The simple answer is “it is safe to have hair removal during pregnancy”, as laser is visible light and does not change cell structures. However, for medical legal reasons we prefer not to treat the area above [...]
Read MoreVascular Lesion removal with the Candela GentleYAG
A lesion refers to ‘any pathological or traumatic discontinuity of tissue or loss of function of a part’. In the context of vascular lesions we are simply referring to lesions of the veins which are in fact dilated blood vessels. Blood vessel dilation is due to weakening of the elastic fibers in the walls of [...]
Read MoreCandela Smootbeam for Acne and Acne Scarring
Want smoother, more youthful-looking skin? Laser Clinics Australia would like to introduce the Candela Smoothbeam. The Smoothbeam provides the perfect balance of controlled cooling of the epidermis with precise heating of the upper dermis. A balance that has consistently delivered outstanding results—for acne as well as those looking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, soften the appearance [...]
Read MoreLaser Clinics Australia Penrith
We are proud to announce the opening of our Penrith Laser Clinic in the Penrith Westfield Shopping Centre. The Penrith Laser Clinic will be offering our complete range of treatments including laser hair removal, wrinkle reduction, skin tightening, vascular lesion removal, pigmentation removal and acne/acne scar treatment. Please drop in to meet our friendly staff Kathy, Nikita and [...]
Read MoreCandela GentleLASE Laser Removal for Hair
At Laser Clinics Australia we use only the market leading Candela lasers. Many laser centres offer discounted laser/IPL treatments however very few can boast about using the gold standard in laser hair removal. The Candela GentleLASE 755 nm alexandrite laser is Candela’s premier hair removal laser, treating quickly, comfortably and effectively. As well as offering [...]
Read MoreThe Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale
Skin type is often categorized according to the Fitzpatrick skin type scale which ranges from very fair (skin type I) to very dark (skin type VI). The two main factors that influence skin type and the treatment program devised by your practitioner are: -genetic disposition -reaction to sun exposure and tanning habits Skin type is [...]
Read MorePigmentation Treatment – Age Spots and Freckles
What is Pigmentation Treatment? In biological terms pigment is simply defined as “a substance that gives colour to tissue” and further pigmentation as “the phenomenon of colouring”. Pigmentation treatment, or pigmentation removal, is simply the process of selectively heating compiled pigment with the aim of reducing or permanently removing it. This is most commonly achieved using a [...]
Read MoreHair Growth Cycles
Hair follicles grow in repeated cycles. One cycle can be broken down into three phases. Anagen – The growing, or the ‘on’ phase. During the anagen phase, hair cells grow rapidly, producing the hair shaft from the follicle, which itself grows deeper into the skin. Catagen – Transitional phase. The catagen phase only lasts for [...]
Read MoreLayers of the Skin
There are 3 distinct layers to the structure of the skin. These layers can be defined as 1. Epidermis or outer layer which in itself contains 5 sub layers 2. Dermis: composed of 3 types of tissue namely collagen, elastic tissue and reticular fibers 3. Hypodermis or Subcutaneous tissue: a layer of fat and connective [...]
Read MoreSkin Tightening Using the Candela GentleYAG
The 1064 nm wavelength used by the Candela GentleYAG is ideal to deliver a thermal stimulus within the dermis. This stimulus initiates new collagen formation resulting in skin tightening. Exceptional results can be achieved on the laser both because of the depth of penetration of the 1064 nm wavelength itself and the low melanin absorption [...]
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