Hair Removal with Icon™

• Bare your skin again and look your best with hair removal on all areas of your body including:
• Face
• Underarms
• Arms
• Legs
• Back
• Bikini
• Chest
• and more…
• How does it work?
• This light-based technology emits gentle pulses of energy into the skin to target and heat hair follicles responsible for growth.

• The follicle absorbs the energy and is destroyed, unable to produce hair again.
• Why Choose Icon™ For Hair Removal?
• The advantages of light-based hair removal are clear:
• Long term results
• Fast treatment sessions that take only minutes
• Great for reducing hair from larger areas
• Comfortable treatments with no downtime
• Frequently Asked Questions: Hair Removal
• What areas can be treated?

• Hair on most areas of the body can be treated including face, back, chest, arms, underarms, bikini and legs.

• What type of results can I expect?

• Expect to see a gradual decrease in the hair thickness and in the amount of hair present in the area.

• How long does the treatment take?

• The treatment takes just minutes for small areas and about 30 minutes for larger areas.

• What does the procedure feel like?

• Patients describe a range of sensations from tingling to the snap of a rubber band during the procedure. 

• When can I resume my daily activities?

• Typically there is no downtime and you can return to your daily activities immediately following the procedure. 

• How many treatments will I need?

• Since our hair grows in cycles, multiple treatments are often recommended for desired results.  Other factors that influence this include hair color, texture and area being treated. 

• What can I expect following the treatment?

• Typically, most people experience a mild sunburn-like sensation, possibly accompanied by some minor swelling immediately following the treatment.  This usually lasts two to 24 hours.  Speak with your provider to discuss possible side-effects and the necessary post-treatment care.

Call AccessMedicine today at 252-802-4600 to schedule your free consultation!

Author

Steven Manning, MD Dr. Manning is lead physician and owner of AccessMedicine, our areas first Direct Primary Care medical practice.