If there is a need to eliminate unnecessary vegetation from the face and body, it is unlikely that anyone will deny, there are still fierce debates about methods of elimination. What should it be depilation? First of all, painless, effective, universal! And such a way exists. We talk about dynamic technology laser hair removal Moveo: what is its novelty, why is this method better than the previous ones, and who will it suit.
The path to laser hair removal
Excess body hair has been removed since ancient times - mainly for hygienic and then for aesthetic reasons. To do this, they used sugar paste and wax , with the help of which they pulled out unnecessary growth by the roots. Single hairs were removed using tweezers . Much later the first razors were invented. In the 20th century , new ways to get rid of excess hair appeared, but those who dreamed of smooth skin had to choose between effective, painful and comfortable , but practically useless procedures.
The invention of laser hair removal using selective photothermolysis was a real revolution. And although the first (ruby) lasers were imperfect, over time it was possible to find the ideal wavelength, obtaining it using an alexandrite crystal .
The alexandrite laser has become the gold standard, but it is not without its drawbacks.
For example, this method of removing vegetation is not suitable for all phototypes and is contraindicated if the skin is tanned. And now - a new breakthrough: the emergence of innovative dynamic technology Moveo (from the English move - “movement”) from the Italian company DEKA MOTUS AX MOVEO laser model , which can significantly increase the effectiveness of the procedure, make it more universal and completely eliminate unpleasant sensations.
Today, the absence of body hair has become a hygienic norm. Overgrown armpits, legs and pubis are associated with sloppiness, unkemptness, and look unattractive. Nevertheless, many still limit themselves to depilation (shaving or using creams), despite the obvious disadvantages of such methods, because they are afraid of irritation of the epidermis, ingrown hairs and - especially - pain. However, now a long-awaited method has appeared that combines long-term effects with absolute comfort during hair removal.
Preparing for laser hair removal
The effect of preliminary preparation of the client on the effectiveness of the procedure is very great. Therefore, the specialist’s task, when scheduling the first session, is to provide detailed instructions and advise what needs to be done.
Preparation should begin two to four months in advance - in the area of intended treatment, hair removal should be stopped. In some cases, you can use depilatory cream - the decision is made by a specialist who will remove unwanted hair using the alexandrite method. The use of decorative cosmetics is stopped a week before the procedure, including alcohol-containing lotions and deodorants.
Indications for use
The Alexandrite laser perfectly removes unwanted hair on the face, bikini area, armpits, arms and legs. Some men use this procedure to get rid of hair on their back and chest.
The effect is best manifested on light skin with natural dark hair (regardless of hardness) - the radiation affects the melanin in the hair shaft.
Features of the new technology
The success of dynamic hair removal is due to three factors .
This:
- Powerful alexandrite laser with advanced characteristics;
- Special sapphire tip with built-in cooling system, in contact with the skin;
- The impact is “in motion” close to the skin, and not the traditional “stamp” method.
Let's see how changing these parameters allowed us to improve the procedure.
| Data | Alexandrite (classic) Stamp | MOVEO |
| Feel | Painful (sensitive) | Absolutely no pain |
| Average time per procedure | 50 minutes | 20 minutes |
| Tanning before and after | It is forbidden | Can |
| Restrictions on skin color (phototype) | Bright skin | From light to darkest |
| Hair color restrictions | Dark hair | Any hair color (light, dark, red) |
| Zone processing speed (10X10) palm | 90 seconds | 60 |
| Preparation | Hair that has grown by 2-3 mm | Smooth shaved skin |
| Possible side effects | Pigmentation, burn, irritation | 100% safety |
| Seasonality | Yes (except summer) | No, hair removal all year round |
| Odor during the procedure | Yes (burnt hair) | No |
Moveo technology is based on an alexandrite laser (standard wavelength 755 nm) with specific characteristics.
This:
- Peak power up to 6000 W ;
- Ultra-short pulse from 3 ms
- Safe energy density level - 2-8 J/cm
- The contact method ensures a minimum coefficient of laser energy loss
- Ability to split one power pulse into two
- The clock frequency of the alexandrite laser has been significantly increased to 10 Hz - which makes the procedure record-breaking fast
Is Alexandrite or diode laser better?
A variety of types of lasers are used for hair removal, and women are often faced with the question of which one to prefer:
- ruby, with a wavelength of 694 nm;
- neodymium, its frequency range reaches 1,064 nm;
- alexandrite (755 nm);
- diode (810 nm).
Removal of body hair occurs due to the selective absorption of laser radiation by the tissues of the human body. By releasing it onto the tissue, the laser acts only on melanin and does not harm the skin. The penetration depth of the diode device is higher than that of the alexandrite device and reaches 4-5 mm. Therefore, the first laser has a much more effective effect on the hair follicle than the second.
The safety of the procedure with the alexandrite laser is higher than with the ruby laser, but lower than with the diode laser. That is, the likelihood of getting a burn with a diode laser is lower than with an alexandrite laser, especially if the procedure is performed by an incompetent doctor. In addition, the diode can operate at a higher pulse power without the risk of burns for the patient. On alexandrite, a procedure with such power will be unsafe.
The diode device is more successful than the alexandrite device in combating the problem of ingrown hairs. Can be used to remove unwanted hair on tanned skin. There are no restrictions before and after the procedure.
Diode laser is more suitable for women who like to spend a lot of time in the solarium and in the sun, and those who do not want to burden themselves with additional worries and use sunscreen. If a lady does not like to sunbathe, has dark body hair and fair skin, then she can safely choose alexandrite.
The patient decides whether to choose a diode or alexandrite laser based on his personal preferences.
How do these characteristics affect the result?
The principle of selective photothermolysis means that the laser beam affects the body unevenly. Depending on the wavelength, it is focused on certain “targets” - chromophores.
Dependence of the absorption (absorption) coefficient on the wavelength of laser radiation for the main chromophores.
In the case of laser hair removal, the melanin pigment found in the hairs acts as such a target.
As a result, under the influence of an alexandrite laser beam, the hairs burn, their follicles die, and the surrounding tissues are not injured.
The essence of the technique
To get rid of hair, advanced devices are used that are easily adjusted, taking into account important indicators. The shade of the skin, vegetation, the structure of the shaft, the depth of its occurrence in the epidermis. Feature - the Candela alexandrite laser is applicable for the most common phototypes - up to 4. This means that hair will be removed even from those with white skin with thin and light hairs.
How the technique works:
- The device generates a directed beam of light - thermal energy is released, which instantly reaches the hair follicle.
- A targeted strike - having “reached” the sprout, the laser begins to interact with melanin. This pigment is responsible for the color of hairs and quickly absorbs heat (reminiscent of the natural tanning process).
- The rod instantly heats up and collapses.
- Thermal energy does not allow the cells to nourish the follicle any more.
It is hair removal using a Candela laser that is not capable of causing damage to surrounding tissues and organs. The optimal wavelength (700–800 nm) easily reaches the follicle, completely transferring energy to the hair. In this case, the epidermal cells do not have time to warm up, and their normal functioning is not disrupted.
It is important to remember that the laser will not destroy all hairs in one session. It's all about physiology. Some sprouts are actively growing at the time of manipulation and are guaranteed to disappear. Others are “sleeping”, so the light beam does not affect them. But it is the Candela technique that is built on the main principle of efficiency - selective photothermolysis. That is, not just hair removal, but also a significant slowdown in its growth.
Comparison of the effects of different systems on hair
A – hair before exposure to laser radiation. B – solid-state alexandrite laser 755 nm: hair follicles of thin and thick hair are destroyed: there is an area of perifollicular damage.
B — diode laser 800/810 nm; Only the hair follicles of thicker hair are destroyed; there is an area of perifollicular damage; diffuse overheating of the skin. G-technology " Moveo " destroys hair follicles of thick and thin hair; there is no area of perifollicular damage; there is no diffuse overheating of the skin.
The greater the contrast between the dark hairline and the light epidermis, the more effective is the effect of the alexandrite laser using the conventional, or, as doctors call it, the “stamp” method.
However, if the skin is dark or as a result of sunbathing, then the melanin contained in it also absorbs energy, and this leads to burns and the accompanying pain. For this reason, conventional laser hair removal is not performed on tanned or dark skin. In addition, even those with fair skin sometimes feel some discomfort during the procedure: clinics usually use local anesthesia to reduce discomfort.
Moveo technology has solved this problem and made laser hair removal accessible to everyone. The energy pulses have become shorter and more powerful, and the energy density has been reduced from the standard 20 J to 2-8 J per square centimeter. In addition, it is no coincidence that hair removal is called dynamic: the doctor constantly moves the device’s arm, sliding it over the skin.
Each impulse is divided into several small ones, which cannot harm the skin, but the transmitted energy successfully accumulates in the hairs, destroying them.
When removing hair, the laser flash instantly heats both the epidermis and the hair on it, but the skin cools down much faster.
The frequency, power and duration of pulses during dynamic hair removal are selected in such a way that the hairs do not have time to cool down, and the effect of radiation accumulates (cumulative effect).
The dermis cools down in the intervals between impulses, so its traumatization, and, consequently, unpleasant sensations are completely excluded. The procedure is well suited even for the most sensitive areas, such as a total bikini.
During the procedure there is no need to use painkillers: the effect does not cause the slightest discomfort. You can completely relax. Moveo dynamic hair removal is quite fast.
Thanks to the gradual accumulation of radiation in the hairs, it became possible to reduce the level of energy density. In practice, this means that the new technique is suitable not only for fair-skinned people . Even highly pigmented skin is not damaged - which means that the main drawback of conventional laser hair removal, which was performed only on people of phototypes I-III (white-skinned, pink-skinned, with a slight dark tint), is eliminated. For comparison: hair removal using Moveo is available even to phototype VI .
The method is also suitable if the epidermis is very tanned and the hairs are burnt out: thanks to precisely calculated pauses between laser flashes, the dermis does not overheat, and unnecessary hairs are easily removed.
Dynamic hair removal is carried out with a handpiece with a special sapphire tip, which glides over the skin, additionally cooling it up to 15 degrees .
The material was not chosen by chance: it is wear-resistant, conducts laser radiation well, and is hygienic. Due to direct contact with the skin, laser radiation is completely absorbed without even being partially reflected. As a result, a short course of procedures is sufficient to achieve absolute smoothness of the skin.
The developers of the new DEKA technology managed to resolve the eternal contradiction, making hair removal at the same time as effective and as comfortable as possible.
Benefits of dynamic hair removal
- Suitable for any phototype, including dark-skinned women, who were previously deprived of the opportunity to remove excess growth using a laser. It is especially important that tanning is not a contraindication! If previously those who did not have time to get rid of hair during the cold season had to choose between smooth skin and relaxing on the beach, now they can safely remove hair even immediately after vacation. You can also sunbathe between sessions, as well as after the course;
- Fast. The doctor treats an area the size of a palm (approximately 10 by 10 cm) in one visit. The whole procedure takes a minimum of time. This is the fastest laser hair removal to date;
- Suitable for any hair, including light, vellus, and thin. The only exception is gray hairs, which do not contain melanin;
- Absolutely painless. Previously, even the most delicate methods of eliminating vegetation were still a little uncomfortable - and sometimes in very sensitive areas it was not possible to do without anesthetic creams. Dynamic hair removal does not cause any discomfort - great news for those who are allergic to painkillers or have a very low pain threshold;
- The entire process is strictly controlled. Before starting work, the doctor examines and adjusts the device in accordance with the individual characteristics of the patient. Sets the required laser power: when the planned area of skin is processed, the hair follicles absorb the amount of energy necessary to eliminate them, the device automatically goes into standby mode, signaling this;
- Evenly. Each hair follicle receives the same amount of energy needed to destroy it. Thanks to the uniform effect, no islands of vegetation remain on the skin;
- Safely. The laser precisely affects the hairs without damaging the surrounding tissue. The epidermis is not injured, there is absolutely no risk of infection;
- Contact impact. The tip does not act remotely, but glides directly over the skin. Thanks to this, energy is not reflected from the epidermis, but is absorbed as much as possible by the hair follicles;
- Epilation Moveo can be successfully combined with classic alexandrite if necessary, for example, for processing single hairs in hard-to-reach places. It is enough just to install another manipulator ( die attachment);
- If the procedure is performed professionally, there are no side effects and no hyper- or hypopigmented areas appear.
Moveo dynamic hair removal is a unique technology that has no analogues, the most modern method of eliminating excess hair on the face and body. Its safety and effectiveness have been proven in numerous tests.
Avoid meetings
By the way, don’t repeat my mistakes: don’t plan any dates or important things... You need to be prepared for the fact that exposing the area treated with laser hair removal will shock people... It looks, to put it mildly, not aesthetically pleasing.
After the procedure is completed, it will take quite a long time for absolutely all the red dots and scratches to go away. Well, if you still haven’t thought in advance, you can use some kind of cream. Elokom cream helped me a lot. I heard that some people use Panthenol or Rescuer, but my cosmetologist says that Elokom is more effective. But it must be used immediately after the procedure - then there will be an effect.
Before going for the procedure, you need to understand the principle of laser hair removal. It is based on the effect on the pigment of the hair, which is why this procedure cannot cope with gray or very light hairs; leaving terrible burns on tanned and dark skin. Therefore, laser hair removal is an ideal option for those with white skin and black hair.
How many procedures need to be done?
From my own experience, I am convinced that the promise to rid you of all hair on your body in five or six procedures is nothing more than... a publicity stunt! BUT! Regular visits to a cosmetologist for the purpose of carrying out the procedure, compliance with the doctor’s prescriptions and instructions, will help achieve, if not a quick, but positive and lasting effect. I'm dark myself, that's why my hair is dark. And only after about the sixth year (!!!) of regular laser hair removal procedures did I achieve that my fuzz above my upper lip completely disappeared. And this is one of all the treated areas that I am completely satisfied with. Probably because she received constant and close attention.
To be honest, the first procedures did not impress me and I began to think that laser hair removal was a waste of time, money and effort. But there was no need to stop, because there was no other choice. B - the fluff gradually became softer, barely noticeable, and then disappeared completely. And I began to do hair removal procedures less and less often. By the way, I will say that even in the summer the procedure left no spots or burns on my face. Probably due to the type of skin and the skillful hands of the master.
For about three years now I have been working on my arms, legs, bikini area and armpits. I carry out procedures, as a rule, according to this scheme: in the summer, before the start of the beach season, when I have not yet had time to tan. And in winter, shortly before the New Year, when the tan finally faded.
Of course, I would like to do the procedures more often, but I really love the tanned look of my skin and happily tan in principle, so no way. As a result, after three years, “bald” spots began to appear on my legs, and there was also less hair on my arms. But for some reason, the hands react worse to the procedure and the result is less noticeable. My legs make me happy because there are really empty spaces and a lot of them! But my hands... Yes, there is less hair, they are thinner, but still the hairs stop perfectly and bother me again. The best result is in the bikini area: there the hair is not just thinner, there is much less of it. They are softer and easier to laser hair removal.
By the way, they grow “there” more slowly. And when they grow back, they are barely noticeable. And this is all due to the fact that I often carry out the procedure in the bikini area (I don’t sunbathe there). Of course, many will say that a regular electric epilator or razor gives the same effect. But no! On the contrary, if you depilate or shave the skin, the hairs begin to not only regenerate, but also become stronger. And after a razor it’s also unpleasant to inject yourself.
Contraindications
For all its versatility, dynamic hair removal still has contraindications. They are standard for all hardware procedures:
- Oncological diseases. Laser hair removal can only be done after 5 years of remission;
- Pregnancy and lactation. During these periods, the female body may react unpredictably to laser exposure;
- Fever, any infectious diseases. We need to wait for recovery;
- Violation of skin integrity, inflammation, rashes and tattoos in the treatment area. If the tattoos are small, they can be glued or covered, but the vegetation in these areas cannot be removed with a laser, so that the image does not change color or fade;
- Severe neurological and mental illnesses;
- Photodermatosis. When taking medications that have a photosensitizing effect, it is better to postpone the procedure;
- Age up to 18 years. The reaction of a teenage body can be unpredictable, and the procedure may be ineffective.
Alexandrite laser: contraindications
Like any effective technology, the alexandrite laser cannot be a panacea for everyone. The innovative technique has a number of contraindications. The problem is that failure to follow the rules limiting the use of the device can lead to serious side effects. Before signing up for the procedure, it would be a good idea to read the list of contraindications for use.
So, it is prohibited to take procedures using the alexandrite laser:
- pregnant women and nursing mothers;
- people with diabetes or pathologies in the field of endocrinology;
- cancer patients;
- after taking a fresh tan;
- during the period of exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- at elevated temperatures and colds.
People who have individual intolerances or allergic reactions should also approach such services with caution. It is worth noting that skin with wounds or fungal infections should not be treated.
How does the procedure work?
There is no need to prepare specially for the procedure to shave all the hair in the epilated area the day before the procedure or on the day of the procedure to make the skin smooth. Otherwise, there are no restrictions; you can (although not very advisable) even sunbathe and use self-tanning.
Immediately before the procedure, the doctor will examine the area to be epilated, determine your phototype and adjust the laser in accordance with it. After this, you need to put on glasses to protect your vision and take a comfortable position. There is no need to apply anesthetic creams: the method is completely painless, and you will experience extremely pleasant sensations during the treatment.
Avoiding painkillers saves time. And for those who are allergic to anesthetics combined with a low pain threshold, Moveo hair removal becomes not even the optimal, but the only possible choice!
gel will be applied to the skin . If you need to rid a large area of the body of vegetation, the doctor will divide it into separate sections measuring 10 by 10 centimeters , to which the required power is set. Individual moles will be painted over with a white pencil, taped or covered. The doctor will do the same with tattoos.
The plots are processed sequentially. The doctor slides the cooled tip over the skin in random directions until a beep sounds, indicating that the planned area has been epilated.
After this, the doctor moves on to the next area. Dynamic laser hair removal takes minimal time. It takes about 60 seconds . To remove hair from the upper lip, 30 seconds , armpits are processed in 90 seconds .
Immediately after the procedure, the skin may turn pink, but this phenomenon goes away after a few minutes . Swelling does not appear at all. Now it is enough to remove the gel from the skin, and you can leave the clinic and return to your daily activities. There are no restrictions , you can lead a normal life. The very next day you can go to the beach, visit the sauna, bathhouse or pool.
Result
After the first session, about 20-30% of hair is removed (depending on the area). After a few days, new hairs may appear on the epilated area. The process is not accompanied by itching and burning, as with shaving; often it goes unnoticed. This bristle begins to fall out on average after one, two to three weeks, and 1-1.5 months 20-40% is eliminated in this way .
Like other types of laser hair removal, Moveo acts exclusively on hairs in the growth stage.
For this reason, a course of procedures is required with an interval between visits to the clinic of about one and a half months. The session is scheduled only when new hairs grow. On the face this process usually takes 4-5 weeks , in the bikini area - 1.5-2 months , on the back - up to 2.5 months .
On average, 3-5 sessions to completely get rid of hair in the selected area. The number of sessions is individual and depends, first of all, on the area and hormonal levels affecting hair growth.
Important: after one or two sessions, a noticeable result will be achieved: the hair will become significantly smaller and its growth will slow down. In this case, it is not recommended to refuse subsequent procedures; it is better to complete the course completely in order to get rid of unnecessary growth for several years or forever.
As with conventional alexandrite laser hair removal, the results last for at least two years . In the future, the follicles can recover, and the hair will begin to grow again - thinner and weaker than before. You can get rid of them again with Moveo hair removal.
Sometimes, after the first course, hair growth stops forever ; in other cases, you can completely forget about the problem of excessive hair growth after a couple of courses completed. Sometimes doctors recommend undergoing maintenance procedures once a year to get rid of the most persistent and stubborn few hairs. It should be noted that from procedure to procedure the growth becomes less and less persistent, and disappears over time.
When to perform the procedure?
As for when it is best to perform laser hair removal, it is best to start doing it when the hairs begin to grow. This phase is called the "active growth phase". If you wait until the “recovery phase”, the effect of hair removal will be much worse.
From my own experience, I will say that it is best to go to one master. He will fully study your skin type, pain threshold characteristics, understand how the procedure progresses and how effective each of them is.
Despite the fact that advertising will try in every possible way to convince you that laser hair removal is safe, fast and reliable... Don’t believe it))) My experience and practice suggests that laser hair removal is suitable only for patient people who are not afraid of large costs... You will need not only a lot of time, but also significant financial investments to achieve the desired effect. For the first two years, I didn’t believe in anything, I had a lot of doubts about the procedure itself and its effectiveness... But, despite them, I persistently pursued my goal and made an appointment with a cosmetologist again and again. For me, laser hair removal is no longer out of the ordinary. It's like going to the hairdresser. Or morning hygiene. Or a trip to the dentist once a year. I understand that in any case it is needed and that it still has an effect.
I would like to add a little more to my review. A year and a half has passed since the writing of the “first poem” that you read above... During this period, I have not stopped going to the cosmetologist and regularly do laser hair removal... The result amazes me. The hair above my upper lip is completely gone. I don't see them and there's no need to constantly trim them or anything. NO HAIR! This is true happiness for me, since I have always had certain complexes about this. And on other parts of the body the result is more noticeable. Thus, only single hairs remained on the shins, which can even be counted if desired. The last time I went for a procedure was at the beginning of summer, it’s January and I’m just happy that there’s no need to use a razor or epilator creams. The hairs are not felt, they are not visible. I can just enjoy my smooth skin and not be afraid that there will be a sneaky black hair sticking out somewhere that will ruin my whole look. What the legs were like before and what they have become cannot be compared!
The bikini area is perfect! There are, of course, single point hairs, but they are not felt. I haven't shaved there for weeks! But initially the hair was coarse and black... As before, the result on the hands is worse than the rest of the body. Probably because the hairs there are partially pigmented and it takes more time. But I don't think that's a bad thing at all. I'm pleased with the result.
To summarize the story, I would like to note once again that laser hair removal is an expensive, painful and time-consuming procedure. But at the same time it is effective! As for me, it’s better to periodically visit a cosmetologist for eight years than to spend your whole life walking like a “prickly hedgehog” when your hair grows back.
The best technique today
Conventional hair removal with an alexandrite laser has become for many the optimal solution to the problem of excess hair growth. However, due to the impossibility of using this technique on dark skin, it was not available to everyone. Moveo technology does not have this drawback: even dark-skinned people can remove hair using dynamic hair removal.
Those who have had laser hair removal in the past will be pleasantly surprised at how comfortable, effective and fast the procedure has become. Never before has hair removal been so fast and enjoyable. It's time to forget about pain and discomfort; with Moveo you don't even need anesthesia. You no longer have to spend precious hours of your life regularly getting rid of excess hair: after a short course, the delightful smoothness of your skin will remain for many years, or even forever.
Just come to the Otrazhenie and appreciate the benefits of the new technique from your own experience.
Author of the article: cosmetologist Tatyana Vladimirovna Denisova
Efficiency
The Alexandrite crystal has an optimal light wavelength of 755 nm, which provides an ideal range of exposure and allows you to achieve effective results from the procedure. According to clinical studies, after the first procedure there is a significant reduction in hair growth on the treated surface - up to 45%.
The method of laser hair removal with an alexandrite laser is carried out by cosmetologists at our medical center! Helps our patients cope with such unpleasant skin manifestations as epidermal pigment formations (post-acne, solar lentigo, age-related pigmentation and freckles).
Under the influence of light waves from the device, thanks to the antibacterial effect on the skin, inflammatory processes associated with acne are relieved, the functioning of the sebaceous glands is regulated, and the protective barrier of the skin is increased, which eliminates the further development of inflammation on the skin. And at the same time, Apogee Plus provides you with a comfortable and gentle skin treatment: the risk of formation of crusts and stagnant pigment spots is eliminated.
