Why facial hair requires more careful evaluation—and why laser isn't always the right answer By Ashley Serveta, LE, LSO, LC, CHHP Published in The Renew Clinical Journal™ A publication of Renew Laser & Aesthetics A client may have excellent results with laser hair removal on her underarms or bikini area and then wonder: “Why isn't the hair on my face responding the same way?” Because facial hair is different. The face is one of the areas where I am particularly selective abou

Why hair color matters when choosing between laser hair removal and electrolysis By Ashley Serveta, LE, LSO, LC, CHHP Published in The Renew Clinical Journal™ A publication of Renew Laser & Aesthetics One of the most important things I explain during a hair-removal consultation is that not every unwanted hair can be successfully treated with laser. Laser hair removal can produce excellent long-term reduction when the hair contains enough pigment for the laser to effectively t

Understanding hair-growth cycles, treatment timing, and why more frequent appointments don't necessarily mean faster results By Ashley Serveta, LE, LSO, LC, CHHP Published in The Renew Clinical Journal™ A publication of Renew Laser & Aesthetics One of the most common questions I hear from laser hair removal clients is: “If I still see hair, why do I have to wait before my next treatment?” The simple answer is that laser hair removal works with the hair-growth cycle—not simply

Published in The Renew Clinical Journal™ A publication of Renew Laser & Aesthetics For many women, unwanted facial hair seems to appear—or become noticeably more persistent—somewhere in their 30s, 40s or 50s. A few coarse hairs along the chin may gradually become more noticeable. Hair may begin appearing along the jawline or upper lip. And women who previously underwent laser hair removal may occasionally notice new hairs developing years later. This doesn't necessarily mean