What should you know about laser alexandrite Candela Pro?

Alexandrite laser light is absorbed by pigment in the hair shaft and follicle. The device delivers brief pulses to selected areas, while cooling may help protect the surrounding skin and make the session more comfortable. It works most directly on hairs that contain enough pigment; very light, grey or white hairs may respond poorly. Several appointments are often needed because hairs respond best during particular growth phases. Results vary with hair colour, thickness, body area, hormones, skin tone and the settings chosen.

Tell the clinician about recent tanning, medicines that increase light sensitivity, active rashes, cold sores, scarring tendencies and any history of dark or light marks after skin injury. Avoid tanning and follow the clinic's instructions about shaving, skincare products and sun protection. Do not wax or pluck hairs immediately before a laser session if the clinician needs the follicle present. Temporary redness, warmth or swelling around follicles can occur. Keep the area gently cleansed, avoid picking, and protect it from sun exposure while the skin settles.

Contact the treating clinic if blistering, spreading swelling, severe pain, pus, increasing warmth, or marked colour change develops. Seek prompt medical advice for facial swelling with breathing difficulty or widespread hives. A reaction that is worsening rather than settling should be assessed, especially if the treated area becomes very tender or develops open skin.

Ask which Alexandrite wavelength and cooling approach will be used, whether your skin tone or recent sun exposure changes the plan, how shaving should be timed, and what alternatives are suitable if your hair has little pigment.