Laser Hair Removal (Part 16)- see 1st page for INFO/Contact Info/Pricelist

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LINK TO PREVIOUS THREADS:
Thread 15: http://www.femalenetwork.com/girltalk/index.php/topic,270173.0.html
Thread 14: http://www.femalenetwork.com/girltalk/index.php/topic,262094.0.html
Thread 13: http://www.femalenetwork.com/girltalk/index.php?topic=255852.0

PM me if you have updated prices/machines used or have more LHR establishments to add to the list. Just not IPL. IPL machines are not lasers.

For possible discounts if you buy by package, please ask the hospital/clinic directly.

Hospitals, in alphabetical order:
-Asian Hospital
-Capitol Med
-Makati Med
-St. Luke's Global City
-St. Luke's QC
-The Medical City

Clinics, in alphabetical order:
-Aesthetic Institute of the Philippines
-Aesthetic Science
-Belo Medical Group
-Beverly Hills 6750
-Clarity Aesthetic Medical and Dental Center
-CorDerm Advanced Dermatology and Laser Center
-Derma 360 Rockwell
-Facial Care Centre
-Forever Flawless
-House of Obagi
-Let's Face It
-LifeScience Center for Wellness and Preventive Medicine
-Martires Eye & Skin Clinic
-N.U. U Asia Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Dentistry
-Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics Philippines
-Skin Care Solutions
-SKIN Dermatology & Laser Center by The Spa
-Skin House Beauty and Laser Clinic
-SkinStation
-The Skin & Laser Clinic - Aivee Aguilar-Teo M.D.
-The Skin Specialist by Dr. Jean Marquez, FPDS
-Wink Laser & Wax Studio


*all prices are per session

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Asian Hospital and Medical Center
The Dermatology Laser & Light Center
http://www.asianhospital.com/healthcare-services/medical-services/ancillary-services/dermatology-laser-and-light-center-2/
https://www.facebook.com/AsianHospitalOfficial
https://twitter.com/asianhospital
laserandlight@asianhospital.com
2205 Civic Drive, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Derma Laser Center: (632) 876-5735

Machine: LightSheer Duet diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpit - P4,438
Bikini line - P5,580
Pubic area - P4,860
Full arms - P19,310
Half arms - P12,071


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Capitol Medical Center
Quezon Avenue corner Scout Magbanua Street, Quezon City
http://www.capitolmedical.org
info@capitolmedical.org
(632) 372-3825 to 44

Machine: LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpit - P4,200
Bikini line - P4,200
Upper lip - P2,630
Legs (half) - P10,500


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Makati Medical Center
http://www.makatimed.net.ph/main.php?id=461
mmc@makatimed.net.ph
No. 2 Amorsolo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City
+632.8888.999 local 3220

Machine: LightSheer Duet diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Face/beard - P3,700


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St. Luke's Medical Center Global City
http://www.stlukesmedicalcenter.com.ph/centers6.php
info@stluke.com.ph
32nd St. Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Dermatology Center: (632) 789-7700 local 2083/2084

Machine: Alexandrite TKS System
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpits - P9,000/session
Brazilian - P9,000/session

*Package of 5 sessions for P33,000 available.
*Price does not yet include doctor's professional fee.

Laser experts:
Dr. Ma. Pilar Leuenberger, section head - contact her secretary Ms. Virgie at 986-4506
Dr. Rosario Abaya-Blas - contact her clinic coordinator Ms. Paz 0919-847-9350


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St. Luke's Medical Center Quezon City
http://www.stluke.com.ph/microsites/home.php/Dermatology_Center
https://www.facebook.com/St.LukesMedicalCenter.QCGC
dermcen@stluke.com.ph
Dermatology Center, 12th Floor North Tower, Cathedral Heights Building Complex
279 E. Rodriguez Sr. Boulevard, Quezon City
Trunk line: (632) 723-0101 ext. 5208

Machine: Alexandrite TKS System
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpits - P9,000/session
Brazilian - P9,000/session

*Package of 5 sessions for P33,000 available.
*Price does not yet include doctor's professional fee.


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The Medical City
http://www.themedicalcity.com/services/centers_of_excellence/wellness-center/laser-services
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Center-for-Wellness-Aesthetics/438326606242341
https://twitter.com/TMC_CWA
tmc_wcl@medicalcity.com.ph
Center for Wellness and Aesthetics 6/F Podium Bldg., The Medical City, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City
For inquiries: 635-6789 loc 6576
For scheduling: 689-8273 / 635-6789 loc 6386/6579

Machine: Mini GentleLASE alexandrite laser by Candela
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

                 Per Session   Package of 5 Sessions
Bikini            2,690.00        12,855.00
Underarm      2,565.00        12,310.00
Forearms       3,390.00        15,830.00
Whole Arms   3,665.00        16,990.00
Lower legs     3,620.00
*Before your 1st session, you would need to pay a consultation fee to your derma of choice. One-time only lang; no more sa succeeding sessions. Ex. Dr. Lilian Villafuerte, section head - P700


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Aesthetic Institute of the Philippines
www.aip.com.ph
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aesthetic-Institute-of-the-Philippines/316713188393390
https://twitter.com/AIPclinic
15 Eisenhower St., Greenhills, San Juan
(02) 725-0808
(0917) 720-0808
Operating hours: Monday to Saturday, 2 PM to 7 PM

Machine: Acculaz laser system diode (manufacturer unknown)

underarms - P3,500/session
upper lip - P2,500/session


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Aesthetic Science
www.aestheticscienceclinic.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/AESTHETIC-SCIENCE-CLINIC/59726432205
https://twitter.com/BeautybyAS
aesthetic_science@yahoo.com
G/F Jupiter Place Building, Jupiter Street, Makati City
(02) 899-3643
(0917) 808-2926
Clinic hours:
Monday to Saturday - 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday - 1:00 PM to  7:00 PM

Machine: eMax (diode + radiofrequency) by Syneron
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Upper lip - P1,500/session
Underarms - P3,000/session
Lower legs - P8,000/session
Bikini - P3,000/session
Full bikini - P4,500/session
Chin - P1,500/session
*Packages are available


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Belo Medical Group
http://www.belomed.com
https://www.facebook.com/BeloMedicalGroupOfficial
https://twitter.com/belobeauty
info@belomed.com
819-BELO

Machines:
a. Diode - Makati, Greenhills, Alabang
b. Cool glide (Nd:YAG) - Makati, Morato, Trinoma, Podium
c. Aurora (IPL)  - Rustan’s

starts at P2,800
Beard/Mustache - Doctor's discretion as to pricing
Underarms/Bikini Line - P5,600
Bikini (semi-perineum) - P8,400
Bikini (whole perineum) - P11,200
Nipple/Upper Lip - P2,800
Face - P8,400
Lower Leg - P13,440
Whole Leg - P22,400

Branches:
1) MEDICAL PLAZA MAKATI - T: 844.1182  M: 0917.800.9642
2) ALABANG - T: 771.2352 / 771.2353  M: 0917.840.9275
3) MEGAMALL - T: 470.1992  M: 0917.584.9260
4) BONIFACIO HIGH STREET CENTRAL - T: 621.4030 / 621.4031
5) TOMAS MORATO - T: 373.3355 / 373.3188  M: 0917.832.0576
6) TRINOMA - T: 943.2230 to 3  M: 0917.863.5572
7) GREENBELT MAKATI - T: 817.7178 / 817.9283  M: 0917.839.8182
8 ) GREENHILLS - T: 724.6626 / 724.7443  M: 0917.891.3762
9) CEBU - T: 032.234.2356  M: 0917.552.6986


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Beverly Hills 6750
http://bh6750.com/
https://www.facebook.com/bh6750
https://twitter.com/BevHills6750
inquiries@bh6750.com
Mobile: +63917-893-6750

Machine: PermaSilkXL, meaning:
Timog branch - Soprano Accord diode by Alma Lasers India
Rockwell branch - Soprano diode
Procedure performed by: doctors

Underarms - P3,800
Brazilian - P6,500
Upper lip - P1,800

Branches:
1) MAKATI - 3rd Floor of the Commercial Podium of the Joya Towers & Lofts, Rockwell Center
919-0809 / 919-0810
2) QUEZON CITY - 49 Timog Avenue, South Triangle
372-6750 / 372-8888


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Clarity Aesthetic Medical and Dental Center
http://www.clarity.com.ph/
https://www.facebook.com/Clarity.ph
info@clarity.com.ph
5L Wellness Zone, Shangri-La Plaza Mall EDSA cor. Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City
Tel. (02) 638-1294
0916-CLARITY
Customer Service Hotline: 632-751-4929
Dermatologist hours: 10 AM to 7 PM daily

Machine: LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpits: P3,850
Pubic area (bikini + labia): P6,600
Perineum + anus: P3,300
Brazilian: P9,900
Bikini: P3,650
Labia: P3,850
Forearms: P8,250
Whole arms: P16,500


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CorDerm Advanced Dermatology and Laser Center
Margaret Plaza-Corcoran, M.D., FPDS
https://www.facebook.com/CordermSkinClinic
Suite 1502 Medical Plaza Makati, dela Rosa corner Amorsolo St., Makati
(02) 808 8140
corderm0316@yahoo.com
Mon - Sat: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Machine used: Acculaz diode (manufacturer unknown) and LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: Dr. Corcoran

Acculaz diode pricelist:
Underarms - P3,000
Bikini - P3,000
Brazilian - P7,000
Upper lip - P2,500
Lower legs - P5,000

LightSheer diode pricelist, introductory rates until September 30, 2013:
Underarms - P2,500
Brazilian - P6,500
Bikini - P2,500
Labia + perineum + anus - P5,000
Lower legs - P4,500
Full legs - P9,500
Half arms - P3,500

Package: 5+1 (buy 5 sessions, get 1 session free)


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Derma 360 Rockwell
http://www.derm360rockwell.com
https://www.facebook.com/derma360
https://twitter.com/Derm360Rockwell
info@derm360rockwell.com
Retail 105 Joya Loft and Towers Plaza Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City
Tel No. (632) 403-0968

Machine: GentleYAG™ (Nd:YAG) by Candela

Armpit: P4,650
Brazilian: P6,600
Half arms: P8,500


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Facial Care Centre
http://www.facialcarecentre.com.ph/
https://www.facebook.com/facialcarecentre
https://twitter.com/FacialCareCtrPh
892-SKIN

Machine: Soprano XL diode by Alma Lasers

Underarms - P44,800 for 6 sessions
Lower legs - P104,000 for 8 sessions
Full legs - P144,000 for 8 sessions
*By package only, not per session.
*Come for a consultation; prices not given over the phone.

Branches:
1) MAKATI - 816-1259 / 815-3121 / 23
2) TOMAS MORATO - 376-2433 / 376-2434/376-2814
3) ORTIGAS - 687-2196 to 97 / 631-3007 / 631-3045
4) BINONDO - 243-8138/39 / 243-8602 / 243-9895
5) ALABANG - 842-1144 / 809-9583
6) SHAW - 534-7701 to 02 / 717-0076
7) CEBU - (032) – 233-7631/33/35
8 ) CONGRESSIONAL - 709-1421/709-1620/ 709-2021/709-1419
9) PAMPANGA - (045) – 961-3404 / 961-3408860-2663/860-2664


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Forever Flawless
https://flawless.com.ph/
https://www.facebook.com/FlawlessFaceandBody
https://www.twitter.com/myFlawless
(632) 584-6807

Machine: LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: general practitioners

                single session  lifetime package
Underarm          P3,500          P27,600
Upper Lip           P1,950          P15,600
Beard Area        P4,950          P39,600
Lower Legs        P9,950           P79,600
Upper Legs        P11,450         P91,600
Bikini                P3,500           P27,600
Brazilian            P7,500           P60,000
Upper Extremities P8,450         P67,600
Chest/Back        P12,450         P99,600


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House of Obagi
www.houseofobagi.com
https://www.facebook.com/HouseofObagi
https://twitter.com/houseofobagi
info@houseofobagi.com
Hotline: 81-OBAGI

*Credit Card: 0% installment, 3 months

Machine: LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpit - P4,592
Brazilian - P9,152
Bikini - P4,592
Lower legs - P12,880
Whole arms - P9,520
*Packages available like 5+5 - buy 5 sessions, get 5 sessions free.
*Add P500 if you want topical anesthetic during Brazilian or you may bring your own.


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Let's Face It
http://www.letsfaceit-spalon.com/

Machines:
a. LightSheer diode by Lumenis - SM Megamall
b. Soprano XL diode by Alma Lasers - SM North
c. IPL (not recommended) - Robinson's Galleria
*machine depends on the branch

Procedure performed by: technicians

Armpits: P3,150
Brazilian: P8,400
Upper lip: P2,200
Lower legs: Around P9,500


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LifeScience Center for Wellness and Preventive Medicine
www.lifescience.ph
8th Floor ACCRA Law Tower 2nd Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
(02) 828-LIFE (5433)
0917 573 LIFE (5433)
info@lifescience.ph

Machine: GentleLASE alexandrite by Candela
Procedure performed by: dermatologists assisted by a nurse

armpits - P4,400
brazilian - P15,800
whole legs - P27,300

Derma consult: P1,000 (waived if a procedure is availed)


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Martires Eye and Skin Clinic
Leah Martires, MD, DPDS
Ground Flr. Transcom Center Frontera Verde, C5 cor. Ortigas, Ugong, Pasig City
706-4241 / 703-6700 / 0920-9538270
Clinic hours:
Monday to Saturday - 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday - 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Machine: LightSheer diode by Lumenis
Procedure performed by: Dr. Martires

upper lip - P1,000
face/underarm/brazilian - P2,500
bikini - P2,000
chest/tummy - P3,000
thighs/legs/back/whole arms - P5,000
forearms - P3,000
*Packages of 6 sessions available (4+2)
*Free local anesthetic for brazilian


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N.U. U Asia Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Dentistry
http://www.facebook.com/pages/NUU-Asia-Center-for-Dermatology-Cosmetic-Dentistry/197106517003227
32nd & 5th Building, 32nd St. corner 5th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
(02) 856-5013
(02) 856-3641
0916-647-4640
Operating hours:
Monday to Saturday, 11AM to 7PM

Machine: Soprano XL diode by Alma Lasers

                  Per session    Package (5+1)
Underarms -  P3,900           P19,500
Inguinals -     P4,000           P20,000
Upper lip -      P2,500          P12,500
Arms -           P7,500
Legs -            P10,000


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Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics Philippines
http://shinagawa.ph/aesthetics/
https://www.facebook.com/Shinagawa.Lasik.Aesthetics
https://twitter.com/Shinagawa_PH
Mezzanine, Tower 2, The Enterprise Center Ayala Ave. cor. Paseo de Roxas, Makati City
Tel: 491-0000

Machine: Candela Nd:YAG
Procedure performed by: nurses

Moustache Area - P2,500
Beard Area - P3,500
Face - P8,400
Armpits - P1,500
Arms - P3,500
Legs - P6,000
Thighs - P6,000
Whole Legs - P10,500
Back - P8,000
Buttocks - P4,000
Bikini Area (semi-perineum) - P4,500
Bikini Area (whole perineum) - P7,500


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Skin Care Solutions (SCS)

The Fort - 856-6960 / 0917-433-8172
Mall of Asia - 5567272 / 0917-598-0599

Machine: eMax (diode + radiofrequency) by Syneron
Procedure performed by: dermatologists

Armpit: P2,500
Bikini: P3,000
Lower legs: P6,000
Brazilian: P5,000
*package: 6+1 (may pay by installment or staggered basis)


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SKIN Dermatology & Laser Center by The Spa
http://www.thespa.com.ph/services/skin-dermatology-and-laser-center/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Skin-Dermatology-Laser-Center/180822331958070
thespa@thespa.com.ph
Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
0918-8-THESPA (843772)
Mondays to Fridays 9:00am to 6:00pm

Machine: eMax (diode + radiofrequency) by Syneron

underarms - P4,000
upper lip - P2,000
brazilian - P10,000
full arms - P17,000
*Packages available. Buy 6 sessions, get 2 sessions free.


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Skin House Beauty and Laser Clinic
http://www.theskinhousebeauty.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Skin-House-Beauty-and-Laser-Clinic/221939591170866
https://twitter.com/SkinHouseBeauty
rich@theskinhousebeauty.com
542-4106 / 254-3987 / 0917-898-SKIN
2/F 170 Mayon Street, near corner Retiro, Quezon City
*in front of China Bank
Monday-Friday: 11am - 8pm (no clinic on Tuesdays)
Saturday: 10am - 7pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm only

Machine: Soprano XL diode by Alma Lasers
Procedure performed by: nurses

                  Per session   Package of more than 6 sessions
Upper lip -       P2,000           P1,500/session
Underarms -    P4,500           P2,250/session
Bikini semi -    P4,500           P2,250/session
Bikini whole -   P9,000           P4,500/session
Upper/lower leg - P8,000       P6,000/session
*May pay in 3 installments of credit card


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SkinStation
http://www.skinstation.ph
https://www.facebook.com/skinstationph
https://twitter.com/skinstationph
info@skinstation.ph
403-9054

Machines:
MOA/Timog - Soprano Accord diode by Alma Lasers India
Other branches - Dermax diode (manufacturer unknown)

Procedure performed by: technicians

Upper lip    P1,000 / session
Underarm   P1,500 / session
Bikini Line   P1,800 / session
Brazilian     P3,500 / session
Full Legs     P8,000 / session
Thighs        P4,000 / session
Lower Legs P4,500 / session
Full Arms    P3,500 / session

1) FESTIVAL MALL ALABANG - 659-0120 / 0922-8177552 / 0917-8097679
2) BEL-AIR MAKATI - 751-6140 / 828-4277 / 0922-8177551 / 09178097691
3) ROBINSONS ERMITA- 567-1968 / 0922-8177565 / 0923-8235713/ 09178097699
4) SM FAIRVIEW - 939-1105 / 09228177567 / 0923-8235694 / 0917-8097703
5) SM MARILAO - (044) 815-8980 / 0922-8177568 / 0923-8235891 / 09178097705
6) ROBINSONS TAGAYTAY - (046) 483-0078 / 09228177569 / 0923-8235710 / 09178097711
7) TIMOG - 929-9301 / 0922-8177566 / 0923-8235717/ 09178097713
8 ) SM MALL OF ASIA - 8326410 / 0922-8027202 / 0917-8097709
9) SM NORTH EDSA - 0922-8045687 / 0917-5297569
10) SM CITY CEBU- (032) 236-2631 / 0932-8543469
11) SHOPWISE CUBAO- 7099815 / 0917-5205401 / 0932-8619471
12) GREENHILLS - 584-8123 / 584-9810 / 0922-8463482


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The Skin & Laser Clinic
Aivee Aguilar-Teo, M.D.
http://aiveeaguilarteo.com/
http://www.facebook.com/DrAiveeCentre
https://twitter.com/DrAiveeTeo
2nd Floor, East Bldg. Forbestown Center Burgos Circle, Bonifacio Global City
Regular Clinic Hours (Monday to Saturday) - 10am to 7pm
Dr. Aivee Teo's Schedule (Tuesday to Friday)
Tel No:
+632 403.3245
+632 403.1982
+632 828.0197
Email:
draivee@aiveeaguilarteo.com
info@aiveeaguilarteo.com

Machine: Soprano XL by Alma Lasers
Procedure performed by: nurses

Armpits - P3,800
Brazilian - P6,000


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The Skin Specialist
Dr. Jean Marquez, FPDS
http://www.drjeanskinspecialist.com.ph
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Skin-Specialist/101170816593080
https://twitter.com/DrJeanMD
theskinspecialistclinic@yahoo.com.ph
G/F ESNA Building #30 Timog Ave. Quezon City
(02) 374–8087
(02) 407–7210
(0917) 810-1319
Monday–Saturday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Machine: Soprano XLi diode by Alma Lasers

Armpits - P4,480
Brazilian - P6,160
Forearms - P7,280
*Packages of 6 sessions available


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Wink Laser & Wax Studio
www.winkstudio.ph/
https://www.facebook.com/winkstudio.ph
https://twitter.com/winkstudioph
hello@winkstudio.ph
Unit 315 C2 Building 7th Ave cor 28th South, Bonifacio High Street Central, Taguig City
624-6945 / 0917-303-WINK
Monday to Friday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Saturday to Sunday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm

Machine: Soprano Accord diode by Alma Lasers India

                Per session  Lifetime package
Upper lip -    P1,500
Underarm -  P2,500         P17,500
Brazilian -    P4,000         P28,000
Bikini -        P2,500
Half arms -  P4,000
Full arms -   P7,000
Half legs -   P5,000
Full legs -    P10,000
*Lifetime package may be paid over 12 months using BDO/RCBC/Metrobank credit card (P1,458.33/mo for UA, P2,333.33/mo for Brazilian)

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LASER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS from www.hairtell.com

This is a must-read and is very informative.

http://www.hairtell.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/35257/LASER_FREQUENTLY_ASKED_QUESTIO.html#Post35257


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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS, as answered by doctors from www.realself.com

1. How many sessions are needed?
http://www.realself.com/question/sessions-average-needed-stop-body-hair-growth

2. Is laser hair removal permanent?
http://www.realself.com/question/how-many-laser-hair-removal-treatments-do-need-get-permanent-results

3. Length of time between laser hair treatments
http://www.realself.com/question/length-time-between-laser-hair-removal-treatments

4. What's the best laser hair removal machine?
http://www.realself.com/question/whats-best-laser-hair-removal


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what are some of the LHR machines out in the market?
there are lots of laser out in the market and it's hard to distinguish between lasers that are used for skin rejuvenation treatments, and those meant for removing unwanted hair so be very careful!

1. Alexandrite: GentleLASE, Apogee, EpiTouch Plus

2. Diode: LightSheer, Syneron, SLP 1000, F1 Diode, MeDioStar, LaserLite, Epistar, Apex 800, Comet (w/RF technology), Palomar SLP 1000, Soprano XL

3. Nd:Yag: CoolGlide, GentleYAG, Candela, Lyra-i, Sciton, Apogee Elite, Medlite IV, Varia, Athos

4. IPL: Elite, Aurora (w/RF technology), Harmony, EpiLight, PhotoDerm, Quantum, Aculight, Vasculight, Palomar Starlux and EsteLux

5. Ruby: RubyStar, E2000


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IPL vs DIODE

Alexandrite & Diode --> single light wavelength concentration
IPL --> use a full/broad spectrum of light wavelengths

some patients and professionals claim that the IPL's greater wavelength spectrum equals less precision and less control, which could mean an increased risk of burns and hair removal side effects with misuse.

it is popular in the market because it is very much cheaper compared to a diode.

be aware that hair removal systems that use traditional incoherent light (highly concentrate beam) for treatment (Intense Pulse Light/IPL) are not true hair removal lasers. a serious flaw with these systems is that they lack the laser's ability to produce a selective bandwidth of light that will only affect the hair shaft (selective photothermolysis). these devices produce a wide bandwidth of light that can heat up all of the surrounding tissue. true lasers usually achieve better and faster results for hair removal purposes.

IPL is not a LASER
As per US FDA, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is not a laser.... technically doesn't contain a laser. They use xenon flash lamps that emit full spectrum light. In the US, IPL is sometimes called as "phototricholysis" or "photoepilation"... but now they are commonly (but incorrectly) referred to as "laser hair removal".

Permanent Hair Removal vs Permanent Hair Reduction
US FDA ONLY allows the term "permanent hair removal" for ELECTROLYSIS. so be careful of false marketing/sales strategies. Laser = Permanent Hair Reduction 


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what not to do before LHR
- no waxing/plucking or removing hair with the root 4-6 weeks before and throughout the course of treatment


what to expect after LHR
- shedding (hair will fall off naturally) will start 1.5 weeks after your treatment and will last until 3.5 weeks (that's why it is recommended to go back after a month so that the shedding process is completely done;) )
- you will notice that hair looks like growing so fast, these are the hair that have been treated and is just coming through the skin to shed.
- exfoliating and/or scrubbing gently in the shower can help speed up the process (scrubbing is also healthy because it promotes healthy blood circulation)
- after shedding, you might experience little black dots still “stuck” in the skin. these are commonly referred to as pepperspots and will shed eventually, but might take a bit longer. exfoliate to help those out as well.


SIDE EFFECTS

some people may experience the following potential temporary side effects
- itching
- redness for up to 3 days
- swelling around mouth of follicle for up to 3 days
- tingling or feeling of numbness

the following rare side effects are indicative of inappropriate laser type and/or settings
- crusting/scab (brown spots)
- bruising
- purpura (purple coloring of the skin)
- temporary pigment change (hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation)


what if you didn't experience shedding?
- the settings used might have been too low and you should inform your doctor that it didn’t happen.
- also, if you feel that a lot of hair didn’t shed, the doctor might have missed those parts


why do we need to have consecutive monthly treatments during the initial phase?
hair grows in 3 phases and is killed in the first anagen (active growing phase). several treatments are needed to target ALL hair in the active growth phase. after completing or so, patients should experience a considerable percentage of hair reduction.

anagen (active) is the growing phase or when the hair fiber is produced. during this time the hair contains a lot melanin thus the pigment of the color of your hair

catagen (club hair) is the period of controlled regression of the hair follicle. this is when the lower part of the hair stops growing, but does not shed, and the follicle is reabsorbed.

telogen (tired) is the last of the hair growth cycle. this is resting phase/dormant stage. the old hair falls out in preparation for the development of a new anagen hair.


after completing sessions... are we totally hair free?
NO! with laser we won't be totally hair free. only electrolysis will make us totally hair free! we will be hair free for a period of time. but it doesn't mean, we wasted a lot of money and still we are not hair free. laser, slows down hair growth as well and the growth will be super fine (barely noticeable hair).


maintenance/touch ups/booster shots
after completing our sessions. we will have permanent hair reduction. for us to maintain it, we have to have booster shots as well. this could be 1 year or 2 years after your last treatment. how fast hair growth is depends from person to person. if you think, you it's reasonable to have another session, then go for a booster shot.

[loball]

sis loball, do you suggest na iavail yung unli for 6months? nabalitaan ko nga yung 5+1 promo nila for 12k. natry mo na sa corderm diba?

Sis hindi pa ko nakasubok sa CorDerm. But the machine they use na LightSheer diode, nasubukan ko na many times sa ibang lugar. I have no idea kung kamusta si Dr. Corcoran. All I know is that she's a legit derma.

Um, di ko alam sis eh! Hehe. Hmm, if I were a person who finds it convenient to go to their clinic, I would be assured by Dr. Corcoran that I can come back at least every month, and willing ako kumuha ng package, yeah I would.

Lagi kasing per session ginagawa ko eh, hehe.

[Desie]

haaay.. dahil sa iba ang nag handle ng LHR session ko last time sa SS, halos walang nag fall off na hair.. nakakalungkot kasi hindi katulad ng gawa nung dating naghahandle sa akin..

[gurlygirltoo]

^ Talagang nasa gumagawa rin ang results ng LHR, kahit na maganda pa ang machine. Kaya ako, mas gusto ko pang magbayad ng mas mahal basta derma naman ang gumagawa kesa technician lang.

[blazingsheena]

ask ko lang, mga ilan minutes kayo nilelaser sa 1 underarm? ako kasi nagdududa sa gumagawa sakin e. ang bilis masayado. whole body for 1 hour ata yun? parang 1 minute sa 1 underarm and 1 minute din sa 1 part ng legs. e ang lake ng 1 part ng legs diba. mga gaano kayo katagal tntreatment?

[pretty_B]

Sis hindi pa ko nakasubok sa CorDerm. But the machine they use na LightSheer diode, nasubukan ko na many times sa ibang lugar. I have no idea kung kamusta si Dr. Corcoran. All I know is that she's a legit derma.

Um, di ko alam sis eh! Hehe. Hmm, if I were a person who finds it convenient to go to their clinic, I would be assured by Dr. Corcoran that I can come back at least every month, and willing ako kumuha ng package, yeah I would.

Lagi kasing per session ginagawa ko eh, hehe.

mukhang legit nga naman si doc. i want to avail sana eh. kailangan ko lang masulit talaga! haha. kahit 6x for 6months man lang. haha. possible ba yun?

btw, mga ilang months bago maging "beach-ready" ang UA? hahaha. first time ko kasi magpapa-hair removal and gusto ko umabot sana by next summer. :3 hahah!

[Nesssy]

Anyone here who's tried LHR from Lattitudes Skin clinic?

How was the result?

TIA

[ilovejdy]

very impormative post, thanks sis loball
has anybody tried the facial laser hair removals?
any feedback on that?

[gaiety]

Sis pretty_B: After the LHR, your UA will get darker, but your derma will give you meds or do treatments that will whiten them faster. Malayo pa naman ang summer, dami pang time to get beach ready. Start ka na lang as early as possible. 

[airish_2]

May nakapagtry na ba dito na sa iba mag paunderarm whitening hindi sa clinic kung saan ka nagpapa-lhr i'm aware na ang whitening ceam treatment must be done 2 weeks after nung lhr at hindi pwede maglagay 2 weeks before ng session. gusto ko kasi magpa underarm whitening treatment sa ibang clinic.

[bernology]

Has anyone tried Forever Flawless' underarm laser hair removal? Any reviews?
Because I tried it only for 1 session and still contemplating on whether to avail the lifetime package.

[pretty_B]

Sis pretty_B: After the LHR, your UA will get darker, but your derma will give you meds or do treatments that will whiten them faster. Malayo pa naman ang summer, dami pang time to get beach ready. Start ka na lang as early as possible.

ohmyy. srsly sis? maibabalik naman kaya ang puti? kasi im planning na magpa-hair removal muna bago ko problemahin ang whitening though di naman ganun ka itim ang UA ko mas prob ko pa nga ang chicken skin eh and parang ang lalaki ng pores sa UA ko. >_____<

and yes, naun pa lang inaayos ko na para maging ready na ako for next summer.

[starrr]

Super poor service sa Lattitudes Skin Clinic. Buti di ako nagexpect at di din ako nag avail ng unlimited sessions nila. Maganda nga yung machine nila pero sobrang bilis gawin. Wala pa akong 1 minute nakahiga. Pati pagshave ng underarms di maayos pagkakagawa. :p

[blazingsheena]

Super poor service sa Lattitudes Skin Clinic. Buti di ako nagexpect at di din ako nag avail ng unlimited sessions nila. Maganda nga yung machine nila pero sobrang bilis gawin. Wala pa akong 1 minute nakahiga. Pati pagshave ng underarms di maayos pagkakagawa. :p

hi sis, ilang minutes po ba dapat?

[bernology]

hi sissies! ask ko lang, if I did my underarm laser hair removal last week, dapat ba 1 month after bago bumalik ulit for my 2nd session? kasi as of now, may tumutubo na agad na hair ulit and coarse pa siya pero 1 week palang

[gaiety]

^ I had UA, legs and bikini LHR, and even after the 1st session, hindi agad tumubo hair ko. And I'm very balbon. After around 3 wks., manipis na yong mga tumubong hair. Ganon dapat ang results if good ang machine na ginamit plus magaling ang technician/dermatologist na gumawa ng LHR mo. Just my opinion...

[nicoletta]

blazingsheena

Using the machine at latttudes ba?  Approximately 40 to 60 minutes for brazilian,  1 1/2 hour for legs, so on and so forth.

bernology

You might need the lifetime package with the machine they are using.  If you have extra cash, why not right?  May tumutubo naman talaga a week after a laser treatment.

airish2

I did peeling for my underarms before I had diode laser hair removal. 

[airish_2]

^what kind of peeling po.

[adelaine]

bernology

try mo observe sa 2nd week kung maglalagas yung tumubong hair sa UA mo, kasi ganun rin sa akin sa umpisa