Rio GO User Manual page 23

AFTERCARE ADVICE
How often can I repeat treatments?
As long as the hair follicle or surrounding skin is not red, sore or inflamed, treatment can be repeated after 24 hours.
Most people wait 3–4 weeks between treatments to see which hairs have been shed and to identify new regrowth. The
timing for follow on treatments is not critical. Choose a time which is convenient for you. Avoid excessive treatment on
the same region at one time. This may cause reddening and swelling.
How many treatments will I need?
Laser hair reduction is generally considered to be effective and permanent after 6 treatments over a 6 month period.
This varies from person to person and depends on the area you are treating, hair density, your hair's growth cycle and
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colour. Dark hair on fair skin responds to laser therapy best, but both dark and fair hair may take several treatments
for long-term results. Some individuals may require more, and some fewer treatments, to achieve satisfaction. Initially
with each treatment you will notice a gradual thinning/reduction of hair growth in the treated area. Women who suffer
excessive hair growth due to male type hormones are likely to require long term maintenance.
When is laser hair removal most effective?
There are 3 phases in the hair growth cycle. Laser treatment is most effective when the hair is in the active growth
phase. In a single treatment not all of the hair follicles will be in the active growth phase. To catch all hairs in the active
growth phase a number of treatments are required.
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