The ProWave Difference
The ProWave hair removal system delivers a specially tailored light source for permanent hair reduction. Cutera’s newest hair removal innovation provides treatment for a wide range of skin types. ProWave is extremely effective on lighter, thinner, or stubborn hair. An additional benefit is the ability of the handpiece to treat large areas such as women’s legs and men’s backs – quickly and safely.
What areas can be treated with ProWave?
ProWave can remove hair from all parts of the body including the face, legs, arms, underarms, and back. It can also treat sensitive areas like the chest, nipples, and bikini line.
What do ProWave treatments feel like?
When the pulse of light is delivered, some patients experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation. No local anesthesia or pain medication is typically required; however, some patients may prefer to use a topical anesthetic when sensitive areas are treated.
How many ProWave treatments will I need?
Most areas require 3-6 treatments. However, the number of treatments required for optimal long-term benefits depends on multiple factors – hair thickness, the area treated and your hair’s growth cycle. Each hair grows at a different rate and goes through three distinct phases: growth, regression, and resting. ProWave treatments work by disabling the hair that is principally in the active growth phase at the time of treatment. Since other hairs will enter this active growth phase at different times, additional treatments may be necessary to disable all of the hair follicles in a given area.
What happens after the treatment?
Immediately following your ProWave treatment, the area may appear a bit red and swollen. Three to seven days after treatment you may experience what seems to be regrowth of hair. Actually, most of these hairs are being shed as a result of your treatment and are not regrowing. Between treatments you should not wax or pluck your hair, but it is permissible to shave.
Are there any restrictions on my activity after treatment?
Following the treatment, you can return to your normal activities right away, but some redness may occur. The use of sunscreen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun. In addition, your technician may recommend that you use a specially formulated skin care product line or prescribe a skin care regimen especially formulated for your skin type.
What are the possible side effects?
Although patients experience few side effects, those most commonly noticed are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin, similar to a sunburn. These effects typically last for several hours or less. In rare instances, blistering may occur. Consult with your medical professional for complete information on the benefits and risks of treatment.
How does ProWave compare with other hair removal methods?
Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams are all temporary methods which must be repeated on a frequent basis. ProWave offers permanent hair reduction for lasting results.
How does ProWave compare with electrolysis?
Electrolysis is a tedious, invasive, and painful process that involves inserting a needle into each individual hair follicle and delivering an electrical charge to them one at a time. Electrolysis often requires years of treatments at regular intervals. By delivering light energy to hundreds of hair follicles at a time, ProWave effectively treats an area in just seconds that would take over an hour with electrolysis.
Why is ProWave a good choice over other hair removal systems?
Using the latest technology in hair removal, ProWave can rapidly treat large areas safely and effectively on patients with a wide range of skin types. The cooled handpiece increases patient comfort and minimizes the adverse skin reaction commonly seen with other light sources. Schedule your consultation now to find out if you are a good candidate for ProWave hair removal.
What kind of laser do you have?
We have the state of the art and gold standard Coolglide laser for hair removal (FDA cleared for permanent hair reduction) manufactured by Cutera.
Is it safe on all skin types?
Yes. This laser is safe on all skin types including tanned skin. The reason is because of the wavelength, which is 1064. We are a medical office so safety is very important and that is why we purchased this laser.
How many treatments will I need?
You will need 5-6 treatments. The reason why you need more than one treatment is because the hair grows in cycles and each time you receive a treatment the hair is removed in the growing cycle. By the fourth treatment your hair will be thinner and not grow as fast. The goal is that by the last treatment the hair will be completely gone.
How long does it last?
Studies have shown that after your sixth treatment the hair will be gone for many many years. Sometimes one or two dormant hairs may grow back, which is why we say permanent hair reduction instead of permanent removal.
Will it work on blond or gray hair?
No. The laser is attracted to color and pigment. Blond and gray hair does not have pigment so the laser will ignore it. The best candidates have brown or darker hair.
What do I need to do prior to treatment?
You will need to shave prior to coming in. No waxing, tweezing, or threading for at least 2-4 weeks prior to treatment.
How often are the treatments?
You will need a treatment every 4-6weeks in the beginning. Eventually, you will only need treatments as the hair grows back, which could sometimes be as long as 3 months. Your clinician will advise you for follow up treatments accordingly.
