Author: Oxford

We want our patients to have the best experience at Oxford Laser Aesthetics. So here are a few tips on how to care for your skin before and after Laser hair removal treatments. Caring for your skin is important for your safety and comfort, also to ensure the treatment is as effective as possible. (more…)

Understanding how Diode Laser hair removal works is often essential for our clients, who may be thinking about moving away from waxing, shaving or IPL. An example of a proven and established result driven laser is the Eneka PRO Diode Laser hair removal machine, used by Oxford Laser Aesthetics, Eneka PRO is designed to offer clinically proven results while maintaining maximum patient safety & comfort. (more…)

At our clinic in Oxford we use Diode Laser hair removal technology, which is based on the theory of selective photothermolysis. This theory was developed from the clinical work showing that the hair follicle can selectively absorb energy sufficiently to disable it without causing damage to the surrounding tissue. In order to achieve this a high powered laser with a wavelength that is highly absorbed by the melanin (dark pigment) that surrounds the hair follicle is required. At the same time the skin must be protected or cooled to prevent it overheating and causing damage. (more…)

"Is Laser hair removal better than other treatments?" This is a question that Oxford Laser Aesthetics have to answer regularly. As a laser hair removal patient you know there isn’t enough praise that can be given with how much of an amazing investment you’ll be giving yourself. Thinking about all that money being wasted on razors, their cartridges, and don’t forget to throw in the amount spent on shaving cream that gets put to waste. (more…)

  Depending on who you ask you can get conflicting responses to the differences between IPL and diode laser hair removal technologies. The majority noting the effectiveness of the diode laser as opposed to the IPL as the main difference, but where does this come from? We take a look at what you need to know about laser hair removal technologies as it’s important to understand the differences between the diode lasers and IPLs. Understanding Laser Hair Removal Technologies The key principle behind laser hair removal is matching specific wavelengths of light and pulse duration to a specific target, namely the melanin in a hair follicle whilst avoiding the surrounding tissue area. Melanin is the naturally occurring pigment in our skin and hair associated with colour. Understanding Diode Laser Hair…