Laser Hair Removal Glossary by Letter

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Selective Photothermolysis

The process in which transfer of laser energy is limited by the proper selection of the wavelength and exposure time so that only the desired target tissue is damaged.

SoftLight

A Nd:YAG laser made by ThermoLase.

Spot size

Determines how much skin area can be covered per laser pulse and affects the speed and penetration of the laser (a larger spot penetrates deeper).

Subcutaneous

Layer just beneath the outer layer or skin, but above the muscle.

Sugaring

An ancient method of hair removal similar to waxing, but the depilatory used is a mixture of sugar and honey. It is more expensive and time-consuming than waxing, but gentler and less painful.

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