Help with settings

Hair Removal Methods Laser hair removal
#1

I am going in for treatment next week and they are using an Apogee Elite machine. Prices are very reasonable and it seems to be a good machine.

My question is about the settings. I am type II skin with light brown hair. I am having my back done. The tech did a test at 23 joules and I felt very little pain. I am concerned that she will use too low of a setting. I also read something about compression. On the test, she did not compress the tip on the skin much at all. I’d like to be prepared as possible before I go in. Can the spot size on the machine be adjusted?

Any suggestions on settings?

Thanks!!

#2

Compression with Apogee is not necessary. That’s for LightSheer diode machine. 23 joules is kind of low for type II skin with light hair. Since you have light hair, I wouldn’t pay for a full treatment right away. Do a few test spots first at various settings and see if your hair has enough pigment for laser first. I would try 25, 30, 35 joules to start for the spot tests. Wait 2-3 weeks, and see if hair sheds etc. If it does, then you can go with treating your entire back at whatever highest setting was that didn’t burn your skin.

#3

LAGirl - you rock!