Not All Lasers Are Created Equal: The Clarity II™ Difference

There’s no denying smooth, hair-free skin is sexy and attractive. But getting rid of unwanted hair and keeping it off for any length of time can definitely feel like a losing battle, leaving you tethered to an endless cycle of shaving, waxing, and plucking.

The good news: Laser hair removal has changed all that, providing a safe, effective, long-term solution for unwanted hair, along with a faster path to smoother, sexier skin. The key to getting best laser hair removal results: Make sure you select the right system to do the job.

At Novéra Med SPA, we use the innovative Lutronic® Clarity II™ hair removal platform, a state-of-the-art system designed to achieve superior results. Here’s how it works, and how Yamuna Gurrapu, MD, Jenine Referente, FNP, and our team can help you finally enjoy better results.

The right laser makes all the difference

At first glance, laser hair removal looks simple: Just pass the laser device over your skin, and unwanted hair is banished, leaving smoother skin behind. But the technology behind laser hair removal is obviously more complex than that, and not every laser hair removal system can deliver the consistent results you’re looking for. 

In order to be effective, the laser needs to target the pigment inside the hair shaft. The pigment acts as a conduit for the laser’s intense heat, carrying the energy all the way back to the follicle. Once it arrives, it damages the follicle, dramatically slowing down hair growth or even stopping it completely.

Laser hair removal depends on a high degree of precision to target the pigment in the hair follicle without damaging the surrounding skin. A laser system that uses the wrong wavelength or pulse duration can make your treatment less effective, leaving you with less-than-satisfying results (and sometimes, unnecessarily irritated skin).

Advanced features

The Clarity II system was designed to address these challenges by employing a dual-wavelength approach that features the unique characteristics of two different types of laser energy. Using two wavelengths ensures optimal results for a wide array of hair types, pigments, and skin tones.

The laser’s patented IntelliTrak™ technology automatically adjusts pulse timing and spacing to maintain consistent energy delivery across the skin for better, more accurate coverage, less irritating overlap, and fewer “missed spots.” Real-time temperature monitoring and advanced skin-cooling features ensure a safer and more comfortable experience and less redness and irritation afterward, as well.

Clarity II treatment: What to expect

Your treatment session can last anywhere from 5-10 minutes to about an hour, depending on the size and number of areas that are being treated. Thanks to its dual-energy design and other cutting-edge features, even large areas can be treated more quickly than with traditional laser hair-removal systems.

As the device passes over your skin, you may feel a mild snapping sensation, similar to the way a rubber band feels when it’s snapped against your skin. The built-in cooling system minimizes irritation and increases your comfort level, too.

After treatment, you can expect some mild redness and warmth, effects that soon disappear as your skin recovers. There’s no downtime afterward, either, so you can go right back to your regular routine.

While a single treatment can yield visible results, most people benefit from a series of treatments to address hair in different stages of growth, which is key to getting the best long-term results.

Better results with Clarity II

With Clarity II, we can remove hair from just about any part of your body, including your arms, legs, under arms, back, face, and even the sensitive bikini area. Every treatment session is customized for your goals, your skin tone, and more for optimal results every time.

To learn more about laser hair removal and how it can help you maintain smooth, sexy skin without the labors of plucking, waxing, and shaving, request an appointment online or over the phone with our team at Novéra Med SPA in Frisco, Texas, today.