FAQs

• Why is the experience in New York Clinic so unique?

  New York Laser Clinic allows you to enjoy in Greece the experience of top Medical Laser and Aesthetic Dermatology Clinics of the USA.

  We have state-of-the-art Medical Devices, conveying in Greece the strictest Medical Protocols of Laser application, always with the approval of the US FDA (Food & Drug Administration).

  In New York Laser Clinic, the patient is the “King”, as they usually say in the US.

  The Philosophy of New York Laser Clinic is different, as it focuses on providing “personalized” treatments. Contrary to other centers or clinics that apply the method “one treatment for all” requiring a long time to achieve results, in New York Laser Clinic we achieve the best result with the fewest possible number of sessions.

  Whether you are in the second, or the seventh, decade of your life we are committed in providing you the solution that is 100% ideal for you.

• What is the Patch Test applied in New York Laser Clinic?

  The Patch Test is a procedure applied by the Physician of New York Laser Clinic. It is a test of your skin and hair growth pattern so that to maximize Safety and achieve the best and quickest Result (with the fewest possible number of sessions). The Physician examines your skin and specifies the Laser settings according to the specificities of your body. Then, Laser is applied on a small area of your body to optimize its settings. After checking the result, the setting of the device is readjusted to perfectly suit your body. Therefore, Maximum Safety of the procedure is ensured, while the Best possible treatment is achieved, minimizing the number of sessions, thanks to the achievement of the best result in each session.

• Why is Laser Hair Removal the best hair removal method available?

  Laser Hair Removal is the Only method to remove unwanted hair with Permanent results and no injuries. You won’t have to use the razor or wax ever again, and your skin will be much softer and incredibly smooth, just like the skin of a baby! Laser Hair Removal is the most cost-effective hair removal method, since you don’t have to repeat the treatment often as is the case with the other methods. Just a single session will convince you!

• Is it 100% safe?

  Absolutely! Laser hair removal is one of the most well known treatments of Aesthetic medicine, and the one more researched. It is applied Safely to millions of patients in the last 20 years and it has been approved by the strictest competent organization, the FDA (US Food & Drug Administration).

  The new generation Lasers for hair removal that we use in New York Laser Clinic exert their action on the hair root exclusively. They target melanin, the concentration of which is greater in the root, and through flashes of light that last for tenths of a second, they increase the temperature within hair follicles and deactivate it, leaving the surrounding tissues (skin) intact.

• How many sessions will I need?

  90% of New York Laser Clinic visitors enjoy incredible hair reduction within just 3 sessions, and complete hair elimination at a rate of 85-95% after 6 sessions! Hair reduction will be evident even from the first session, with softer and more light-colored hair.

  Hair reduction will be evident even from the first session, with softer and more light-colored hair.

  The exact number of sessions required by each person to eliminate hair effectively depends on a series of factors; the area hair removal is applied, hair type, skin color, hormonal and inherited factors, as well as on the use of certain medical treatments and other factors.

  During the initial appointment, New York Laser Clinic’s Physician will examine your skin and your hair growth pattern and he will inform you about the exact number of sessions you will need.

• Why more than 1 sessions?

  Laser destroys the hair during the Anagen (growth) stage, i.e. when the concentration of Melanin is at a maximum level.

  However, in each Laser Hair Removal treatment, only 80% of the hairs are in the growth stage. Therefore, more than one sessions are required to eliminate all unwanted hair.

  To “deactivate” the hair follicle, usually 3 to 6 sessions are required. During each session, the number of hairs is reduced and they become “weaker” (thinner and with lighter color).

• How often should hair removal be performed?

  Usually the duration between Laser sessions is from 4 to 10 weeks. Nevertheless, this depends on the anatomical area and the changes of hair growth rate. As the treatment continues, the duration between sessions becomes greater. Usually after the first session, a second one follows within a period of 4 weeks, while the 3rd session is usually scheduled after 4 to 8 weeks. As more sessions are completed, they are repeated less frequently.

  90% of New York Laser Clinic visitors enjoy incredible hair reduction within just 3 sessions, and complete hair elimination at a rate of 85-95% after 6 sessions!

  Hair reduction will be evident even from the 1st session, with softer and more light-colored hair.

  The exact number of sessions required by each person to eliminate hair effectively depends on a series of factors; the area hair removal is applied, hair type, skin color, hormonal and inherited factors, as well as on the use of certain medical treatments and other factors.

  During the initial appointment, New York Laser Clinic’s Physician will examine your skin and your hair growth pattern and he will inform you about the exact number of sessions you will need.

• Will it hurt me?

  Laser hair removal is a perfectly tolerable procedure. You will only feel slight pinching. And if for any reason it’s annoying for you, a special anesthetic cream can be applied on the area one hour before your treatment session.

• How should I prepare myself before treatment?

  Avoid all other hair removal methods, such as waxing or hair removal creams for 6 weeks before treatment. Avoid extensive sun exposure (intense tanning) at the areas where Laser will be applied. During the initial appointment, we will also check whether you are receiving any medications.

• What should I do after the treatment session?

  After the Laser session, you should avoid hot baths, saunas and steams for a couple of days. Our team is always available to advice and support you, even after your last session.

• Who will apply the treatment, a Man or a Woman?

  The dermatological test (Patch Test) is performed by the Physician (Man or Woman), and after the Laser settings are specified for your body, the treatment is performed by the experienced Medical Personnel (Nurse). Throughout the treatment session, a Physician is available at the clinic.

• Are there any side effects?

  For most persons, the only side effect is mild redness. Others may develop slight sensitivity in the area, which is transient and disappears with the application of Aloe Vera.

• Could it burn my skin?

  No, because Laser targets the Hair Root exclusively. It actually targets Melanin that is within the hair root. It transfers energy through light, overheating and finally destroying the hair root. It does not affect the surrounding area (skin).

• Is it dangerous? Could it cause cancer?

  No, Laser Hair Removal is 100% safe! It is applied for more than 20 years in millions of people worldwide. Medical hair removal Lasers have nothing to do with radiotherapy. They do not penetrate into the body, nor do they affect other organs. Their target is specific, melanin within the hair follicles, and they destroy only the hair follicle, without affecting the surrounding tissue, thus making it absolutely safe. This is why the Lasers used in Hair Removal have the approval of the strictest control body, the FDA (US Food and Drug Administration).

• Is it permanent?

  Of course. Your hair will be PERMANENTLY reduced, at a percentage of 60 to 95%, depending on your hair color and your skin type, while any remaining hair will be softer, lighter in color, growing less and less frequently. So, even if a few hair are still there, usually one treatment session per year is enough to maintain the perfect result!

• Can Laser hair removal be applied on my Face or Genitals?

  Yes, Laser hair removal is absolutely safe for all areas of your body.

• How often should I have a Laser hair removal session?

  Usually the duration between Laser sessions is from 4 to 10 weeks. This depends on the anatomical area and the changes of hair growth rate. As the treatment continues, the duration between sessions becomes greater. The total number of sessions required depends on certain factors. Firstly, the anatomical area plays a significant role. Equally important is the role of hair quality. Together with secondary factors (biological information), we can assess during your first appointment the required number of session for you.

• Can it be applied during the summer?

  Of course. We have special Lasers that are suitable and safe for tanned skin.

• Will this method be effective on my skin?

  The Patch Test is performed before each Laser application, and it allows us to assess whether your skin is suitable. If for any reason we are not satisfied by the result of the test, we do not proceed with the treatment.