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Laser & Advanced Treatments

Fotona Hair Removal®

Long-term hair reduction, tailored to you.

Fotona hair-reduction treatment uses Nd:YAG laser technology to target unwanted hair. Your provider will assess your skin, hair, treatment area, and goals to create an appropriate plan.

How it works

Fotona describes its Nd:YAG systems with FRAC3® technology as targeting hair follicles through controlled laser energy. Treatment planning is individualized according to the area being treated, hair characteristics, skin type, and clinical assessment.

What Is Fotona Laser Hair Removal?

Fotona laser hair removal is a non-invasive treatment designed to provide long-lasting reduction of unwanted facial and body hair. The treatment uses controlled laser energy to target hair follicles beneath the skin. When the energy is absorbed by pigment in the hair, it is converted into heat, which helps impair the follicle's ability to produce future hair growth. With a series of appropriately scheduled treatments, patients may experience progressively reduced hair density, finer regrowth, and smoother-looking skin.

How Does Fotona Laser Hair Removal Work?

Fotona hair removal technology uses laser energy that selectively targets pigment within the hair follicle. As the laser energy is absorbed, heat is generated within the targeted follicle. This controlled thermal effect helps reduce the follicle's ability to produce new hair while minimizing unnecessary effects on the surrounding tissue. Hair color, thickness, skin characteristics, treatment area, and growth cycle all influence how an individual responds to laser hair removal. For this reason, treatment settings and recommendations should be personalized for each patient.

Why Do You Need Multiple Treatments?

Hair grows in a natural cycle consisting of different phases. Laser hair removal is most effective when hair follicles are in the active growth, or anagen, phase. However, not all hairs in a treatment area are actively growing at the same time. A series of treatments scheduled at appropriate intervals allows additional follicles to be targeted as they enter the active growth phase. The total number of sessions needed varies depending on the treatment area, hair density, hair characteristics, hormonal factors, and individual response.

Documented treatment progress

Treatment journeys

Shared with written authorization. Individual experiences and results vary.

Bikini-area hair reduction

Fotona official bikini-area hair reduction baseline image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
0Baseline
Fotona official bikini-area hair reduction follow-up image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
6After 6 sessions

Eyebrow-area hair reduction

Fotona official eyebrow-area hair reduction baseline image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
0Baseline
Fotona official eyebrow-area hair reduction follow-up image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
5After 5 sessions

Shoulder-area hair reduction

Fotona official shoulder-area hair reduction baseline image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
0Baseline
Fotona official shoulder-area hair reduction follow-up image; illustrative only, not a Dr Tam Medical Spa patient result
6After 6 sessions

Common questions

What Areas Can Fotona Laser Hair Removal Treat?+

Fotona laser hair removal can be used on many areas of the face and body where unwanted hair is a concern. Common treatment areas include: Upper lip Chin Face Neck Underarms Arms Legs Bikini area Back Chest Abdomen Small areas can often be treated relatively quickly, while larger areas require additional treatment time. Your provider will evaluate the desired treatment area and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.

What Are the Benefits of Fotona Laser Hair Removal?+

For patients who regularly shave, wax, tweeze, or use other temporary methods of hair removal, laser treatment can provide a more convenient long-term approach. Potential benefits include: Long-lasting hair reduction Reduced hair density Finer and less noticeable regrowth Smoother-looking skin Less frequent shaving and waxing Treatment of both facial and body areas Non-surgical treatment Personalized treatment settings Results vary between individuals, and laser hair removal should be considered a method of long-term hair reduction rather than a guarantee that every treated hair will be permanently eliminated.

What Does Laser Hair Removal Feel Like?+

During treatment, patients may experience brief sensations of warmth or heat as laser energy is delivered to the targeted hair follicles. The sensation can vary depending on the treatment area, hair thickness, hair density, individual sensitivity, and laser settings. Your provider will select appropriate treatment parameters based on your individual hair and skin characteristics while following established laser safety protocols.

How Should You Prepare for Laser Hair Removal?+

Proper preparation can help support safe and effective laser hair removal. Patients are generally advised to follow their provider's instructions regarding sun exposure and hair-removal methods before treatment. Because the laser needs to target the hair follicle, methods that remove the hair from the root, such as waxing or tweezing, may interfere with treatment. Shaving may be recommended instead when appropriate. Certain medications, skincare products, recent tanning, and medical conditions may also affect treatment suitability. Always provide your provider with an accurate medical history and information about medications and skincare products before treatment.

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