Laser Hair Removal
Unwanted facial and body hair is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical aesthetic care. Laser hair removal targets the pigment in the hair follicle, reducing regrowth over a series of sessions for smoother skin and a simpler routine.
At GhalMédica in Pointe-Claire, laser hair removal is performed under physician oversight, with settings calibrated to your skin type and hair characteristics. Dr. Sonya Ghalehii, MD ensures every protocol meets evidence-based standards for safety.
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment within the hair follicle. Because only follicles in their active growth phase respond at any one time, a series of spaced sessions is needed for a meaningful reduction in regrowth.
The laser emits light that is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle. That energy heats the follicle and reduces its ability to produce new hair.
Hair grows in repeating cycles, and only follicles in the active phase respond to treatment. This is why a series of sessions, spaced several weeks apart, is necessary.
Settings are selected for your skin type and hair characteristics. Suitability is confirmed during your consultation, under physician oversight.
Laser hair removal produces a long-term reduction in hair growth rather than permanent removal. Occasional maintenance sessions may be helpful over time.
Your plan is designed at consultation and refined as you progress. Clear preparation and aftercare instructions are provided at every step.
Your skin type, hair, and treatment areas are assessed to confirm that laser hair removal is appropriate and to design your session plan.
Sun exposure and self-tanner are avoided beforehand, and the area is shaved as directed. Detailed instructions are provided in advance.
Most patients describe a brief snapping sensation. Comfort settings and cooling are used to keep the treatment as comfortable as possible.
Mild redness can occur for a short time afterward. Sun protection is important between sessions to support safe, consistent results.
Laser hair removal can be performed on the face and body. Suitable areas are confirmed at consultation.
Upper lip, chin, and cheeks. Delicate facial areas are treated with carefully selected settings.
A small, commonly requested area that often responds well over a series of sessions.
Full or partial leg treatment, planned around your hair characteristics and goals.
Bikini, back, and chest areas are treated with settings calibrated to the region and your skin type.
Hair grows in cycles, so a series of sessions, commonly six or more, spaced several weeks apart, is typical. Your plan is confirmed at consultation.
It produces a long-term reduction in hair growth rather than permanent removal. Occasional maintenance sessions may be helpful. Results vary.
Most patients describe a brief snapping sensation. Comfort settings and cooling are used during treatment to keep it as comfortable as possible.
Settings are calibrated to your skin type and hair. Suitability is confirmed at consultation before any treatment begins.
Avoid sun exposure and self-tanner before treatment, and shave the area as directed. Detailed instructions are provided beforehand.
Sun exposure before and after treatment is limited, so timing and sun protection are discussed at consultation.
GhalMédica is a physician-led medical aesthetics clinic in Pointe-Claire, serving patients from Beaconsfield, Kirkland, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, and across the West Island and greater Montreal. Laser hair removal is performed under physician oversight with settings calibrated to your skin type.
with a consultation.
Dr. Sonya Ghalehii, MD will assess your skin and hair and design a laser hair removal plan suited to you.