Laser Hair Removal: Understanding the Hair Growth Cycle at True Bliss Medical

Hair growth is not a continuous process but rather occurs in cycles. Each hair follicle undergoes three phases: Anagen, Catagen, and Telogen.

1. Anagen (Growth Phase)

The Anagen phase is the active growth period of hair follicles. Hair grows from the roots during this phase, which can last several years. In laser hair removal, the Anagen phase is the most crucial because the hair is connected to the follicle, allowing the laser energy to travel down the hair shaft and effectively destroy the follicle.

2. Catagen (Transition Phase)

During the Catagen phase, the hair stops growing and detaches from the follicle. This phase is short, lasting about two to three weeks. Since the hair is no longer connected to the follicle, laser treatments are less effective during this phase.

3. Telogen (Resting Phase)

The Telogen phase is the resting period before the hair falls out and is eventually replaced by a new hair. This phase can last for several months. Like the Catagen phase, laser hair removal treatments are less effective during Telogen because the new hair has not yet formed a connection to the follicle.

To achieve the best results from laser hair removal, it is essential to time the treatments to target hairs during the Anagen phase. At True Bliss Medical, Dr. Alexander Rios, MD schedule sessions at intervals specifically designed to catch as many hairs as possible in this active growth phase. Here’s how we do it:

• Initial Consultation: We begin with a thorough consultation to assess your hair type, skin type, and hair growth patterns. This assessment helps us customize a treatment plan that targets your hair effectively throughout its growth cycles.

• Scheduled Sessions: Based on your individual hair growth cycle, treatments are typically spaced 4-6 weeks apart for facial hair and 6-8 weeks apart for body hair. This timing allows us to target different hairs entering the Anagen phase at different times, maximizing the effectiveness of each session.

• Ongoing Evaluation: Throughout your treatment course, we continuously monitor the response of your hair to the laser and adjust the treatment intervals and settings as needed to ensure optimal results.

Choosing True Bliss Medical for your laser hair removal needs means selecting a clinic that understands the science behind hair growth and how to effectively interrupt this cycle to reduce hair growth permanently. Our use of cutting-edge laser technology, combined with our expert understanding of the hair growth cycle, ensures that each session is as effective as possible.

• Advanced Technology: We use state-of-the-art lasers that are safe and effective on all skin types and hair colors.

• Experienced Professionals: Our team of experts is highly trained in laser hair removal and understands the nuances of hair growth cycles.

• Personalized Care: We offer customized treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, considering their hair and skin type.

To start your journey towards smooth, hair-free skin, contact True Bliss Medical today. Schedule a consultation to learn more about how we can help you achieve lasting results with laser hair removal tailored to your body’s natural rhythms. We serve clients from Dickson City PA, Verona NJ, Livingston NJ, Dunmore PA, West Orange NJ, Montclair NJ, Clifton NJ, Jermyn PA, Cedar Grove NJ, Wayne NJ, and BEYOND.