Friquently Asked Questions
Yes. Laser hair removal at Medical Group is performed on any type of hair and skin, including blonde, red and pigmented hair.
This is possible because in our center, in addition to alexandrite, neodymium lasers are used — the latest generation technology that does not affect melanin (like traditional lasers), but oxyhemoglobin.
This means that the beam penetrates deep and affects the capillary that nourishes the hair bulb — as a result, the hair “dies” naturally.
The most noticeable result is achieved after the first procedure, when approximately 30–40% of the hair disappears.
Since the neodymium laser does not depend on pigment, it is not limited by skin and hair color — it is effective on dark, tanned, colored and black skin, as well as on blonde and pigmented hair.
The laser is equipped with a unique German cooling system, which makes the procedure a completely painless, safe, and comfortable experience.
Laser hair removal is a completely safe procedure, which has been proven over many years by both clinical studies and practical experience.
Laser technology has been successfully used worldwide for over 30 years, and there is no evidence that it has any negative effects on the body.
At Medical Group, we use non-contact lasers of the premium line of medical lasers from the American brand Cynosure, which are certified in accordance with FDA, ISO and other international standards.
Lasers regularly — once a quarter — undergo scheduled inspections by certified engineers invited by the manufacturer, which guarantees that the equipment always complies with factory safety standards.
During the procedure, the skin is cooled non-contact, with frozen air (not freon), which eliminates allergic reactions, pigmentation and any other side effects that may accompany freon systems.
The contactless system also means that the risk of spreading contagious skin infections is zero. As a result, the procedure is absolutely safe, sterile, and comfortable for all skin types.
Skin care after laser hair removal is important to maintain the result and avoid unpleasant sensations. We offer recommendations that will help you recover quickly and comfortably
First 3 days:
- Avoid using alcohol-containing products (tonics, disinfectants, etc.);
- Do not visit the sauna, steam room or hot tub;
- Avoid swimming in the pool or open water;
- Use a soothing ointment or SPF sunscreen recommended by a specialist.
Sun protection:
- Avoid sunbathing and solarium for 2-3 days before and after the procedure.
- If the procedure was performed with an alexandrite laser, avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks.
Hair removal between treatments:
- Do not use tweezers, wax, sugar paste or epilators — this will ruin the result.
- It is recommended to use only a razor.
The average interval between laser hair removal procedures is one and a half months, although the area and individual characteristics play an important role here.
After each subsequent session, the interval gradually increases by about 1 week and can eventually reach three months.
On average, 5-8 procedures are required for complete hair removal.
The exact number is individual and depends on the following factors:
- Hair growth rate and structure,
- Genetic characteristics,
- Hormonal balance and the body’s reaction.
Laser hair removal only affects hair in the active phase, so several procedures are needed to achieve full results.
Yes, laser hair removal is allowed during the menstrual cycle.
From a medical point of view, the procedure has no contraindications during this period.
However, it should be noted that during the days of the cycle, skin sensitivity may be increased, which is why the procedure may be slightly more uncomfortable.
If you feel uncomfortable, you can schedule the procedure for another day, but from a medical point of view there are no restrictions.
No, alcohol does not affect the results or safety of laser hair removal.
However, it is generally recommended to avoid alcohol on the day of the procedure, as it may slightly increase skin sensitivity and cause temporary redness more easily.
The sensation of pain during laser hair removal depends on each person’s individual pain sensitivity.
Our procedures are performed with German-made, environmentally friendly and powerful cooling systems, as a result of which the process is painless or only slightly uncomfortable.
Sensitivity may vary depending on the zones – for example, the bikini zone and armpits are more sensitive than the hands or feet, although the cooling system significantly reduces unpleasant sensations.
The laser only effectively affects hair that is in the active growth phase (anagen phase). Hair growth is a cyclical process — not all follicles are in the same phase at the same time, so 5-8 sessions are needed to completely remove hair at different stages.
After each procedure, the hair grows less and eventually stops growing.
It is not recommended to combine different types of laser hair removal or other methods with each other.
For the best result, it is better to choose one center and one specialist who will select the procedure based on your skin type and hair structure.
It is especially important to note that we do not shave the zones, while in the case of diode epilation shaving is necessary, therefore mixing them is undesirable and may affect the result.
There is no specific age limit for laser hair removal,
although in most cases the procedure is started at around 12 years old.
At this age, unwanted hair growth begins, which often causes discomfort and psychological stress in adolescents – which is why it is considered one of the indications for starting treatment.
The procedure is performed only with the consent of a parent or legal representative.
Laser hair removal is not recommended in the following cases:
- Active herpes or other skin infections;
- Systemic diseases;
- Skin lesions or open wounds in the treatment area;
- Taking certain types of medications (including photosensitizers);
- Epilepsy.
Prior consultation with a specialist is necessary in each case.
Some antibiotics — for example, fluoroquinolones and tetracyclines — increase the skin’s sensitivity to light.
Because of this, there is a risk of burns or irritation during the procedure, so it is recommended to postpone the procedure or consult a doctor in advance.
Laser hair removal is divided into two main types:
Laser hair removal and photoepilation (IPL, Elos, etc.)
We use only laser hair removal, as it is considered as a safe and effective method.
Alexandrite laser — a classic choice
- Wavelength: 755 nm
- Best for: fair skin and dark, coarse hair
- Acts on melanin, so the result is visible quickly, the hair disappears in several sessions.
- Limitation: not used on tanned skin — due to the risk of burns.
- Ideal in cases of sharp contrast (fair skin + dark hair).
Diode laser — more universal, but less effective
- Wavelength: 810 nm
- Acts on the pigment in the hair shaft, so shaving the hair before the session is necessary.
- Less effective on light hair and dark skin.
- Due to high temperatures, it sometimes causes burns and scars, especially on sensitive skin.
- Does not give such a stable result as a neodymium or alexandrite laser.
Neodymium (Nd:YAG) laser — the latest generation, the safest and most universal
- Wavelength: 1064 nm
- Acts on the capillary that feeds the hair follicle, which leads to the destruction of the hair root.
- Ideal for dark, type III–VI (Caucasian, tanned, colored) skin.
- Works on blond, red and white hair — because it does not depend on melanin.
- Does not cause burns, acts gently and deeply.
- Does not damage the epidermis, which preserves the natural appearance of the skin.
That is why the neodymium laser is considered the “gold standard” in modern hair removal — safe, painless and effective.
Photoepilation (IPL, Elos) — low-efficiency methods
- Uses several waves at once, but only a small part of them is effective.
- The power is low, so much more sessions are needed to achieve the result.
- Often provokes hair growth or burns.
- The only advantage — low price, although the result is temporary.
Plasmolifting is a procedure that involves the subcutaneous injection of platelet-rich plasma obtained from the patient’s own blood.
As a result, the desired effect — skin rejuvenation and beautification — is achieved naturally, by activating the body’s own enzymes.
Subcutaneous injection of plasma activates the production of hyaluronic acid and collagen, improves metabolism, local resistance and immunity. As a result, the skin becomes more elastic, has a healthy color, is moisturized and has a youthful appearance. Wrinkles are noticeably reduced or completely disappear.
Plasmolifting can be performed:
- On the face, neck and décolleté area;
- On the back;
- On the scalp;
- On the palms of the hands.
Advantages:
- It is an absolutely safe procedure — allergic reactions and infectious complications are excluded, since only the patient’s own plasma is used.
- High efficiency — the body naturally and actively reacts to its own biomaterial.
- Does not cause muscle blockage in the area of action.
- It is performed, like mesotherapy, with atraumatic microinjections and local anesthesia.
- Has no age restrictions.
Botulinum toxin has been used since the 1980s — initially in ophthalmology and neurology. During this period its unique “side effect” was observed: patients developed wrinkles around the eyes, lips, and forehead.
This discovery made botulinum toxin (Botox) extremely popular in cosmetology and aesthetic medicine, where it remains one of the most sought-after procedures today.
Botox is injected into the mimic muscles.
Its mechanism of action is based on the temporary blocking of neuromuscular transmission — botulinum toxin inhibits the transmission of nerve impulses to the muscle. As a result, the muscle becomes numb, stops contracting, and wrinkles are smoothed out.
The effect lasts an average of 6-8 months, after which the procedure can be repeated as needed.
Biorevitalization is an injection method of natural skin rejuvenation.
During the procedure, biologically active substances are injected under the skin, mainly hyaluronic acid, which is a natural component of the skin structure itself.
Hyaluronic acid restores skin moisture, improves its elasticity and texture, and at the same time activates the work of fibroblasts – age-related changes are reduced, the synthesis of collagen and elastin is enhanced.
As a result, the skin becomes smoother, denser and healthier in color, its natural radiance and tone are restored.
The appearance of a capillary network (couperosis) and small veins is a consequence of impaired blood circulation.
At this time, the lumen of the blood vessels expands, the wall thickens, and the capillaries become visually noticeable. Blood circulation in such vessels slows down significantly, as a result of which they practically lose their function.
Treatment:
In our center, the removal of couperosis and prominent capillaries is performed using a new generation long-wave Nd:YAG laser (made in the USA).
The laser precisely affects the damaged capillary, causing its sclerosis (clogged) and, ultimately, its complete disappearance. The same capillary disappears forever, as it turns into dead tissue and is no longer restored.
The causes of the appearance of capillaries can be:
- Improper or excessive tanning
- Hormonal imbalance
- Excessive physical activity or, conversely, inactivity
- Osteochondrosis
- Pathologies of the urinary or hepatobiliary system
- Decreased skin turgor (elasticity)
- Demodecosis
It is important to note that already removed capillaries do not reappear, however, new capillaries may appear if the causative factors continue to act (for example, improper tanning or high physical activity).
Effect:
The result is often noticeable immediately after the procedure, and sometimes the capillary changes color and gradually disappears over 2–3 weeks.
Duration and course of the procedure:
Depends on the number, shape and location of the capillaries. On average, 1–3 sessions are required, each with an interval of 1 month.
Hair removal is generally divided into two large categories:
- Laser hair removal
- Photoepilation (IPL-type systems)
Laser hair removal
Laser systems differ in wavelength and generation. These include:
- Ruby laser – outdated, practically no longer used
- Alexandrite laser (755 nm)
- Diode laser (810 nm)
- Neodymium Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm) – the latest generation
Alexandrite laser — 755 nm
Alexandrite laser is ideal when there is a sharp contrast:
light skin + dark/coarse hair.
The reason for this is that the beam acts on melanin — the less melanin in the skin and the more in the hair, the more effective the result.
Advantages
- Very effective on light skin and dark hair
- Fast hair removal and fewer sessions
Limitations
- Cannot be used on tanned skin (high risk of burns)
- Less effective if skin and hair are similarly pigmented
- Often not the best choice for Caucasian skin types
A highly qualified specialist is required for the Alexandrite laser, as tanned and dark skin has a high risk of burns.
Diode laser — 810 nm
The diode laser works by heating and breaking down the melanin in the hair shaft.
Shaving is required before the session, as it burns visible hair.
Advantages
- Effective on average skin types
- Works on coarse hair
Limitations
- Ineffective on light hair
- Dark skin has a high risk of burns
- Therapeutic range is limited — the specialist has less opportunity to regulate energy
- Burns and subsequent keloid scars are common
Nd:YAG laser — 1064 nm
Nd:YAG is a laser of the latest generation.
It acts on the capillary that feeds the hair follicle, causing it to close — as a result, the hair root dies and falls out of the skin in 10–14 days.
This is the most deeply penetrating laser (up to 4 mm).
Main advantages
- Ideal for Caucasian and dark skin types
- Can also be used on tanned skin
- Effective on coarse, deep-seated hair
- Does not destroy the hair shaft — only dark/coarse hair, which preserves the natural look
- Does not cause burns — the beam acts deeply, but gently
- Especially effective in cases where other lasers give poor results
- Can remove blond, very coarse or difficult-to-remove hair
Additional advantages
Nd:YAG does not burn the hair shaft on the surface (like diode), so often the immediate result is not visible, although the course is much more effective.
Photoepilation — IPL
Photoepilation works with simultaneous waves of different lengths in the 600–1200 nm range.
The problem is that only 1-2 of these waves are effective for hair removal, the rest cause:
- Side effects
- Often — provoking hair growth on the periphery
Limitations
- The beam is diffuse, so the energy is uneven (center-periphery)
- The effect is weak or unstable — the final result is almost impossible to achieve
- Burns are possible
- It also destroys the hair follicle, which often leads to its subsequent thickening
The only plus
- The procedure is relatively inexpensive (due to the low cost of the device)
Elos hair removal
Elos is photoepilation + radio wave exposure.
The principle of action is the same as in IPL, in addition, the radio wave damages the hair root, which supposedly softens the photo effect.
Limitations
- The surrounding tissue is also damaged
- The beam is still diffuse — activation of hair growth is observed on the periphery
- It also destroys the hair follicle, which subsequently forms coarse hair
- The final result is practically unattainable
- The risk of provoking hair ingrowth is high
Plus
- Relatively cheap and less painful, since the power is low
Facial cleansing – Friquently Asked Questions
Performing facial cleansing at home or in non-specialized salons is not recommended.
The procedure requires a doctor’s knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the skin.
Properly performed cleansing is not just a cosmetic procedure, but a medical intervention that must be performed by a certified dermatologist.
Cleansing used at home or performed in improper conditions often causes skin damage, infection, or inflammation, which ultimately complicates the condition.
Facial cleansing is the basis of skin care.
With closed pores, the skin cannot absorb oxygen and active substances.
After cleansing, the skin seems to “start breathing again” — the pores open, the supply of oxygen and moisture increases, as a result of which the effect of all subsequent procedures (masks, massage, plasmolifting, mesotherapy) increases significantly.
That is why in our clinic, facial cleansing is necessarily performed before all skin care procedures.
- Mechanical cleansing — is performed manually with special, sterile tools, often after vaporization (heating the skin with steam). It is effective, but may cause slight discomfort.
- Hardware cleansing — a modern, safe method that is performed with special equipment. Includes vacuum cleaning, ultrasonic scrubber, microdermabrasion and other techniques. The skin is less traumatized.
- Chemical cleansing (peeling) — gentle chemical removal of the upper layer of the skin, which stimulates the production of collagen and elastin. It is effective, but relatively aggressive method, so it should be carried out only on the recommendation of a doctor.
- Laser cleaning — the latest method, in which a laser beam improves the relief and structure of the skin.
Generally — for all skin types. Especially recommended:
- For oily, porous or comedone skin;
- In the case of acne or post-acne;
- In the presence of sebum blockages.
Cleaning cannot be carried out if:
- Exacerbation of herpes or eczema;
- Menstrual cycle;
- Violation of the integrity of the skin in the area to be treated;
- Diseases with fever.
On average — once a month, or once every 2–4 months, depending on the individual skin type and condition.
The procedure is recommended from the age of 15.
Mesotherapy – Friquently Asked Questions
Mesotherapy is a non-surgical procedure in which special therapeutic drugs are injected into different layers of the skin or subcutaneously, depending on the existing problem.
The result and effectiveness of the procedure directly depend on both the quality of the drug used and the professionalism of the specialist.
During mesotherapy, various cocktails are used, which may include:
- Vitamins, amino acids and microelements
- Phytotherapy, chemotherapy or animal components
- Ready-made cosmetic mixtures or homeopathic preparations
The drug is selected individually – depending on the skin type and the patient’s needs. The procedure is performed using microinjections; local anesthesia can be used at the patient’s request.
Mesotherapy is performed in the following areas:
Face, neck, décolleté, scalp, palms and joints.
Mesotherapy is effective in the following cases:
- Couperose (visible capillaries on the skin)
- Oily or porous skin
- Pigment spots
- Age-related changes (gravitational ptosis, wrinkles, sagging skin)
- Scars, acne and post-acne
- Stretch marks (excessive stretching)
- Excess fat accumulation and cellulite
- Hair loss (depending on the cause)
- Post-peeling period
- Double chin (‘duck’)
- Tired eye syndrome
Immediately after the drug is administered, the following are activated:
- Cell nutrition and regeneration
- Microcirculation and metabolism
- Lymph circulation and swelling reduction
- Hyaluronic acid and collagen production
In the case of cellulite, the drug helps to break down fat cells.
As a result, the skin becomes smooth, firm and elastic, the color and texture improve, spots disappear, wrinkles and stretch marks are reduced, acne is cleared, and hair loss is stopped.
The number of sessions depends on the patient’s initial condition and the desired result.
On average, 4–8 procedures are performed, with individually selected intervals.
Acne and post-acne – Friquently Asked Questions
Acne is the contamination of hair follicles and the ducts of the sebaceous glands with keratinized cells and fatty deposits, followed by their subsequent infection and inflammation.
Externally, we see a purulent rash, which can manifest itself in different stages.
The following play a decisive role in the development of acne:
- Violation of the keratinization process in the follicle canal
- Activation of bacterial flora, namely the reproduction of Propionibacterium acnes
This bacterium normally lives in the sebaceous glands, but for its rapid reproduction, an anaerobic environment is required, which is created when the duct is:
- Overloaded with sebum
- Clogged with keratinized cells
Under these conditions, the body begins an inflammatory reaction against the bacteria, which is externally manifested by the active elements of acne in specific areas.
Acne is especially common:
- During puberty
- More common in male adolescents
- Common areas: face, back, chest, shoulders
Factors that contribute to the development of acne include:
- Hormonal imbalance (excess androgens → increased sebum production and rapid keratinization of cells)
- Digestive tract problems
- Chronic stress, depression
- Frequent mechanical irritation of the skin
- Genetic predisposition
- Individual sensitivity to certain medications
Post-acne is a very common problem — especially in men, although it often affects women, especially at a young age.
After acne, the following may remain:
- Scars
- Red spots
- Hyperpigmentation or depigmentation
- Enlarged pore “craters”
- Prominence of the capillary network
These changes may be no less problematic than acne itself.
Some scars and blemishes may disappear on their own within 6–12 months after the acute phase, but not always. In some cases, post-acne becomes more pronounced over time and becomes more difficult to treat.