Today, laser epilation is among the most popular methods of long-term hair reduction – and no wonder. It promises smooth skin without constant shaving, irritation, or painful waxing, and its results are backed by dozens of clinical studies.
Despite this, many women still have a question that appears in salons and on social networks: Is an alexandrite or a diode laser better? The answer is not completely black and white – and that is why we have prepared a clear manual that will help you get to know and understand the differences, advantages and limits of both effective technologies. We rely on scientific studies, professional experience and more modern trends.
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Effectiveness? Almost identical. The results? Long term!
One of the key clinical studies compared the 755 nm alexandrite and the 800 nm diode directly on clients. Each had one armpit pit treated with one of the two mentioned types of laser and the other with the other. After a year, the result was almost identical: hair reduction reached 85% with alexandrite and 84% with diode.
Other research from recent years also confirms the high efficiency of both methods:
- both lasers bring significant and lasting hair reduction,
- results last at least 12-18 months or more.
And the good news at the end? Although neither laser provides 100% permanent hair removal (which is a myth, by the way), both significantly outperform all other methods of body hair removal – in all respects. In speed, comfort and in the results achieved.
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If we were to introduce the alexandrite laser as a character in the story, it would be an elegant speeder – accurate, nimble and extremely effective at what it’s designed for. The hero that you will thank next year for smooth skin is also used in BeautyLab. Alexandrite is called the gold standard in removing unwanted hair, especially for European and Caucasian skin phototypes.
For whom it is most suitable
- fair, untanned skin,
- dark or fine hairs,
- large body areas where speed matters.
Its wavelength of 755 nm is excellently absorbed by melanin, thanks to which it copes well with hair roots. In addition, it works with a larger spot-size, so it can treat larger areas of the body (legs, back, hands) with rocket speed.
- Extremely fast and effective on fair skin.
- Less painful thanks to cryo-cooling.
- A great “expert” for both fine and dark hair.
- It can also soften pigmentation or spots – although in this case it is not its role.
- Not suitable for very dark or tanned skin.
- It can cause discomfort in sensitive areas.
- A slightly higher price for the treatment – but this is balanced by a lower number of sessions.
The diode laser is like a professional who can handle almost any situation – from light skin to dark or tanned skin, from bikini lines to the face or armpits.
For whom it is most suitable
- all phototypes, including darker ones,
- coarse, thick and dark hairs,
- sensitive or smaller areas.
Diode technology (808-1064 nm) penetrates deeper into the dermis, which means it hits the hair follicle effectively, but with less risk of damaging the surface layer of the skin – this is especially true for darker skin types, as the laser energy reacts to the pigment.
Advantages of the diode laser
- It can be used on all skin types, including brown.
- Minimal risk of pigment changes.
- Great performance on coarse and thick hair.
- A universal choice even for more sensitive areas.
- It may not provide quick results for light or very fine hair.
- For large areas, the treatment takes longer.
- More treatments are needed compared to alexandrite.
- It can be a bit more painful than alexandrite.
Both technologies work and achieve great results. The right choice, setting and professional approach are important
However, the most important thing is that the treatment is carried out by professionals who know how to set the parameters exactly for your skin type, hair type and sensitivity. In the hands of a professional, the laser can be not only highly effective, but also comfortable and safe. You can rely on an absolutely professional approach and a free consultation before the treatment in , where they use Candela GentleLase Pro. It is one of the most powerful alexandrite lasers on the market with effective Zimmer Cryo 6 cooling, which will ensure your maximum comfort during the procedure. This device is among the world’s most recognized technologies for laser hair removal. After 6-8 treatments, you can forget about unwanted hairs – if the number of treatments surprises you and you thought you would be done after 2-3 treatments, trust the experts. A higher number of treatments is important in order to capture absolutely all hairs in the treated area in each of their growth phases.
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If you desire smooth skin with a long-term effect, laser hair removal by a top Pro at BeautyLab will be the best gift that Santa will bring you. And if he’s not up to the task, be the best Santa for yourself – epilation is one of the best investments in smooth skin and comfort today – whether you reach for an alexandrite or a diode. Take advantage of the fantastic discounts that are currently running in the BeautyLab aesthetic clinic and get up to -50% for the 1st treatment and professional consultation for free.
