Laser Hair Removal
Just imagine not having to tweeze, wax, shave or endure the long, painful hours of electrolysis again!
The Complete Solution for Hair Removal
The latest generation of the award-winning Soprano laser hair removal system, Soprano ICE is used by advanced hair removal clinics and leading physicians around the world.The Soprano ICE platform represents a new era in laser hair removal technology and treatment methods. By incorporating multiple laser wavelengths and technologies, Soprano ICE allows you to treat the widest range of patients and hair types quickly and painlessly, all year round.
- Virtually Painless
- Proven Safety Record
- All Skin Types
- Tanned Skin
- Full Coverage Rate
Treatments (Soprano ICE Multi Package)
Getting rid of unwanted hair is an age-old issue, with long-term hair removal being particularly challenging. Alma’s SHR hair removal method uses groundbreaking technology to offer a simple, one-stop solution for truly effective hair removal. SHR’s unique gradual heating method effectively damages the hair follicles while avoiding injury to the surrounding skin. The sweeping In-motionTM delivery technique keeps the laser in constant motion ensuring full coverage.
What is Soprano ICE ?
Soprano ICE is the latest generation of the award-winning Soprano laser hair removal system. It is the most complete and effective laser hair removal system available today.TechnologySoprano ICE features Alma’s unique AlexTM Technology which combines the high absorption benefits of the Alexandrite 755nm wavelength with the treatment coverage, comfort and low maintenance of the diode laser. Advanced ICETM technology cools the skin during treatment for longer periods of time, minimizing the risk of burns while maintaining heat within the dermis where hair follicles are treated. The result is a cutting-edge hair removal solution that delivers superior results for all skin types- including dark skin.Together, the Soprano ICE platform offers the most complete and effective hair removal system available to date.
GROUNDBREAKING IN-MOTION™ TECHNOLOGY
SHR IS ALMA LASER’S PROPRIETARY HAIR REMOVAL METHOD USED IN CLINICS AROUND THE WORLD WITH GLOBAL BRAND RECOGNITION.
SHR works by gradually heating the dermis to a temperature that effectively damages the hair follicles and prevents re-growth, while avoiding injury to the surrounding tissue.
A high repetition rate of short pulses are delivered deep into the dermis, achieving high average power and therapeutically effective heat build-up, with virtually no pain.
The sweeping In-motion™ technique of moving the applicator repeatedly over the treatment area ensures full coverage while ICE™ tech cools the skin surface – preventing superficial burns and allowing for virtually painless, yet highly effective hair removal.
We offer Laser treatments for both men and women, at competitive prices.
Soprano ICE FAQ 1 – What is Soprano ICE?
Soprano ICE is the latest generation of the award-winning Soprano laser hair removal system. It is the most complete and effective laser hair removal system available today.
How is Soprano ICE different from other Soprano hair removal systems?
Soprano ICE is an advanced hair removal platform that incorporates multiple laser wavelengths and technologies. It offers power and versatility that allows you to treat the widest range of patients and hair types all year round.
Is hair removal with Soprano ICE really painless?
Soprano ICE uses Alma Laser’s SHR method, which is the only clinically proven method of laser hair removal that is virtually painless. The unique heating and energy delivery method effectively damages the hair follicle while preventing injury and pain to the surrounding tissue. At the same time, integrated ICETM tech cools the skin surface, preventing superficial burns and the sensation of pain.
Is hair removal with Soprano ICE safe?
Absolutely. Soprano ICE’s SHR method has been proven in multiple clinical studies as the safest method of laser hair removal for all skin types. With SHR, hair follicles are damaged not by a single pulse of high energy which can injure the skin, but by repetitive short energy pulses. These pulses produce heat build-up which gradually raises the temperature of the dermis to the level needed for preventing hair growth, while minimizing the risk of burns.
Is hair removal with Soprano ICE safe for dark skin?
Yes. While the melanin in dark skin is exponentially more sensitive to the heat used in laser treatment, Soprano ICE’s SHR method has been clinically proven to be the safe for dark skin types. Rather than exposing the hair follicle to a single high energy pulse which can cause trauma to skin with a high melanin count, SHR gradually heats the skin until the required heat energy is delivered to the hair follicle. This makes SHR the safest laser hair removal option, including for dark skinned patients.
Can Soprano ICE be used in the summer and can it treat tanned skin?
Yes. Soprano ICE’s SHR method affects the melanin of the skin using a unique method, allowing the procedure to be performed anytime of the year as well as on tanned skin. Furthermore, sun exposure is less traumatic to the skin following SHR treatment.
Are Soprano ICE treatments performed only by physicians or can they be performed by clinical staff?
Treatments with Soprano ICE are easily delegated to clinical staff. The Soprano ICE system is simple to operate featuring a user-friendly interface. Treatments are clean and quick with no disposables.
How long are treatment sessions with Soprano ICE?
While Soprano ICE offers the fastest laser hair removal solution available today, the duration of treatment can vary depending on the patient’s skin color, hair type and the area being treated. Treatment time can range from a few seconds for a small area such as above the upper lip, to 8 minutes for the entire back.
How does laser hair removal work?
Soprano Ice is the most trusted name in the industry for laser treatment devices, and we feel it is the Gold standard for hair removal.
The science Soprano Ice allows for optimal treatment at a lower fluence (or energy). This advancement provides hair removal efficacy like that of our other Alma laser treatments, but with higher comfort levels during treatment. The laser system delivers a beam of highly focused light which hair pigment absorbs and converts to heat.
This process causes thermal damage to the hair follicle to stop it from growing again. Because your hair grows in three phases, laser hair removal for men is more effective when the hairs are in their active growth cycle. Not all your hairs are in this phase at the same time. Therefore, multiple treatments are performed to achieve hair removal. After soprano ice laser hair removal, the hair will shed over 14 weeks, resulting in a hair-free period of up to six weeks. Then you can schedule additional treatments for the next cycle.
Laser hair removal generally works best for areas where the hair is dark and/or coarse. The number of laser hair removal treatments varies based on ones ethnic background or skin type as well as the area treated.
All areas of the body are treatable so long as your hair is darker than your skin tone. The only exception are eyebrows, as they are too close to the eyes for you to receive safe treatment. Tattooed areas also cannot receive treatment. Grey, white hair is untreatable.
Does laser hair removal for men hurt?
Most men tolerate the treatment just fine. Our Alma laser system is not only quick, but it also reduces the discomfort with its method of laser hair removal. We will be very sensitive to your comfort level, and take any appropriate measures to ensure a painless procedure.
How Many Sessions Do I Need?
All areas require a minimum of 6 sessions to start. Sessions are generally 4 to 5 weeks apart depending on the area to be treated. Hormonal areas will need additional sessions. How many sessions you require will depend on the amount of hair, hair color, your genetic background and how closely you follow the schedule set by your technician. For complete removal, you will most likely need more than 6 sessions.
Why Are My Results Different From Others?
Results and the number of sessions you need depend on the contrast of your skin and hair color, your ethnic background and your hormones.
What Does Laser Hair Removal Feel Like?
Laser hair removal can cause mild to moderate discomfort. Treatment feels like a rubber band snapping against the skin, followed by a cooling sensation. You may feel like you have a light sunburn for 1 to 2 hours after treatment.
For our most sensitive clients we offer numbing cream by the application or by the tube.
Pre Treatment Precautions
- It is important that the area being treated not be exposed to the sun. A broad- spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen of 30 SPF or higher should be applied whenever area to be treated is exposed to the sun. This practice should continue between treatments and following your last treatment for at least 6 weeks. Hyper pigmentation, or hypo-pigmentation can result if treated area is exposed to the sun without sunscreen.
- DO NOT use Retina or Renovo one week prior to laser treatment.
- DO NOT take Acutance for six months prior to laser treatment.
- DO NOT pluck, tweeze, thread, wax or use depilatory agents for three weeks prior to treatment.
- The area should be shaved 24-48 hours prior to treatment. Stubble is needed to visualize area. If the area being treated has a heavy hair growth, you should shave just prior to coming for treatment.
- DO NOT wear make-up, deodorant, perfumes or powder on the areas to be treated.
- Plan to avoid tight elastic at the leg opening, following bikini treatments, for 3-5 days.
- If you have a history of oral herpes (fever blisters) and are having your mouth area treated, you will need to have your physician prescribe suppressive therapy and take as directed.
- We will not perform your laser treatment if you have a suntan, sunburn, or have used self-tanning cream because of the likelihood of hyper-pigmentation or hypo-pigmentation.
Remember To achieve the desired results; the specified number of treatments must be adhered to.
Skipping treatments, even when it appears you have achieved the results, will result in a less that adequate outcome.
To reduce your risk of complications, it is important to follow these post treatment instructions. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your laser technician.