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Laser Hair Removal Information

History : The history of hair removal and the evolution of lasers.

How it works : Just the basics

Uses : Permanent Hair Removal for body, face, bikini.

Before & After Pictures : Laser Hair Removal Photos

Unwanted Hair : It's okay not to want that hair. In fact, we'll help you get rid of it.

Ingrown Hair Treatment : Yep, it works for that too

Hair Removal News : Latest news in this growing aesthetic industry

What to look for in a Laser Center : guide to finding qualified laser centers

Laser Manufacturers : A list of manufacturers and their websites

Are you a candidate for Laser Hair Removal? : Find out your skin type and candidacy

Stats : Laser Hair Removal Stats and General Info

CNN Health : A great general article on laser hair removal from CNN.

Laser Hair Removal Price: find out general ranges of costs involved

Hair Removal for Men : Solutions for excessive back, chest, and facial hair.

And a very frequently asked question...Does it hurt?

Laser Hair Removal in Virginia

Hello, Get ready to experience the world of Laser Hair Removal. We have created this site to share information about Laser Hair removal and alternatives.

Check out the sections on this site for information on Laser Hair Removal Methods. Listed below are our doctors in Virginia who provide these services. If you would like more information, leave us your contact information and we can help you in setting up an appointment with any of the doctors we are associated with.

Laser Hair Removal Leeland

You’re in good hands at our Leeland Virginia clinic because we stand behind our results. Our experienced laser technicians will take the time to individualize your Laser Hair Removal treatment plan so that we can get the best results possible. By individualizing your laser treatments, we can guarantee that you are getting safe, effective treatments that will produce results.

Whatever your Laser Hair Removal goals may be, we make it our job to help you meet them. Leeland, VA men and women are continually seeing positive results that last. Its time to come in and let us help you get rid of that unwanted hair for good. Give us a call today or visit our clinic for more information.

Laser Hair Removal:

Now men and women can make unwanted facial and body hair a thing of the past, thanks to our CoolGlide® Laser System. No more painful waxing, electrolysis or razors! Cleared for permanent hair reduction, CoolGlide lasers can treat men and women of all skin tones safely and effectively. Tan skin is safe with the CoolGlide laser.

Most areas require 3 to 6 treatments, but the number of CoolGlide treatments you may require for optimal long-term benefits depends on various factors such as your hair's thickness, the area treated, and your hair's growth cycle. Interestingly, not all hairs are actively growing at the same time, but actually go through three distinct phases: anagen, catagen, and telogen. The CoolGlide systems work by disabling the hair that is principally in the active growth phase (anagen) 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.

Immediately following your CoolGlide hair removal treatment, the area may appear a bit red and swollen. Three to seven days after treatment you may experience what seems to be re-growth of hair. Actually, most of these hairs are being shed as a result of your treatment, and are not re-growing. Between treatments you should not wax, tweeze, or pluck your hairs, only shaving is allowed.

Alternative Health Associates

Dr. Saeed Marefat is Alternative Health Associates’ Medical Director.

Dr. Marefat is a board certified plastic surgeon who has practiced in Northern Virginia since 1992 and is the director of Metropolitan Plastic Surgery, PC. He is affiliated with Alexandria Hospital, Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, Potomac Hospital, and Mount Vernon Hospital.

Metropolitan Plastic Surgery specializes in all aspects of cosmetic surgery for men and women and has offices in Arlington and Woodbrige. For more information, please visit www.drmarefat.com .

At AHA

We offer affordable laser hair removal for men and women. Our GentleLASE alexandrite laser is Candela's premier laser for removing hair quickly, comfortably and effectively. The GentleLASE operates fast and features dynamic cooling to maximize our patients’ comfort.

The GentleYAG is the fastest and most powerful YAG laser on the market today. It effectively treats all skin types, including tanned skin, offering unmatched treatment capabilities in permanent hair reduction. The GentleYAG features Candela’s patented cryogen cooling system.

With the GentleYAG laser we are able to remove unwanted hair from all skin types, including dark skin which previously could not be treated with laser.

Please see our Hair Removal page for more info and pricing.

Gift Certificates

We have gift certificates that you can purchase over the phone with a credit card, as well as in person at our location. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine, holidays, or any occasion, our gift certificates are always the perfect gift.

The Works! Consisting of a one hour facial and one hour massage with hand and foot exfoliation is a great suggestion to pamper that special person in your life.

Our gift certificates need to be used within 6 months from date of purchase.

Laser Hair Removal,Skin Care,Microdermabrasion,Facial,Peel,Tan ...

I’m Maureen Schantz, President of Alternative Health Associates, and I invite you to visit us in Old Town Alexandria. The professionals at Alternative Health Associates specialize in Massage, Electrolysis, Laser Hair Removal, Waxing, and Skin Care for women and men. We also offer Dermalogica and SkinCeuticals skin care products and cosmetics. Gift certificates for all our services are available. If you have any questions, send me an e-mail, or give us a call. We are open 7 days a week and evenings for your convenience

Laser Hair Removal of Virginia: Home

Are you tired of spending endless hours shaving, waxing, tweezing, and covering unwanted hair? Now there is an FDA Approved alternative: Laser Hair Removal.
When you look in the mirror are you constantly pulling and tugging on loose skin? Tired of seeing large pores, dark spots, acne scars and irregularities on your skin? Now there is something that you can do to help turn back the clocks of time: Laser Skin Care.

At Laser Hair Removal of and Skin Care of Virginia, we believe that our clients deserve the safest, fastest and most effective treatments available.
That's why we are always investing in new technologies, and our medical advisory team is constantly evaluating new therapies and procedures to ensure the best results and best value for our clients.

With Certified Technicians, our commitment to the safety and satisfaction of our customers remains the one thing about Laser Hair Removal and Skin Care of Virginia that will never change.