Laser Hair Removal with the Motus AZ+: What Makes It Different

Jul 24, 2023 | Laser Hair Removal

Shaving, waxing and plucking all work, for a day or two. Then the stubble is back, and so is the routine.

For some people it is more than an inconvenience. Shaving and waxing can lead to razor bumps and folliculitis, an infected hair follicle that can cause sores and even scarring.

That is why many people come to laser hair removal looking for a better quality of life, not just smoother skin. At Bella Viságe, we use the Motus AZ+ laser, and it changes what many people expect laser hair removal to feel like.

Key Takeaways

  • The Motus AZ+ uses a cooled sapphire tip and gradual, repeated energy passes instead of one intense zap, so most clients describe treatment as warm and comfortable.
  • It is suitable for all skin tones, from very pale to very dark, and works on facial and body hair.
  • It targets hair with color. It will not treat clear, blonde or gray hair.
  • Packages are built around 6 treatment sessions plus 2 touch-ups, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to follow your hair’s growth cycle.
  • Every package starts with a complimentary consultation.

How Laser Hair Removal Works

Laser hair removal uses light energy at a specific wavelength to target the hair follicle. The melanin, or pigment, in the hair absorbs that energy and turns it into heat, which damages the follicle so it produces less hair.

Because the laser is looking for pigment, it works on hair with color. Clear, blonde and gray hair does not have enough of it to respond.

What Makes the Motus AZ+ Different?

Many lasers deliver energy in a single strong pulse. That is where the classic “rubber-band snap” feeling comes from. The Motus AZ+ works differently:

  • It moves instead of zapping. The handpiece glides continuously over the treatment area, delivering gradual, repeated passes for even coverage without missed spots.
  • It stays cool. Energy is delivered through a cooled sapphire crystal tip.
  • It works on contact. The Motus AZ+ applies energy directly on the skin, so very little is lost along the way. Other pulse lasers lose about 50% of their energy before it reaches the follicle. The Motus AZ+ delivers 94% to 97% of it to the target.
  • It has two wavelengths. An Alexandrite wavelength (755nm) for finer hair, and an Nd:YAG wavelength (1064nm) that reaches deeper, for coarser, darker hair and for tanned or darker skin.

Treatment settings are calibrated to your skin tone, which is how one device can safely treat everything from very pale to very dark skin.

Laser hair removal with the Motus AZ+ laser

Does It Hurt?

This is the question we hear most. Because of the cooled tip and the gradual passes, most clients describe the treatment as warm and comfortable. Some even fall asleep during their session.

One client who had been treated elsewhere put it this way: “I used to be in so much pain when I was treated with other lasers, but at Bella it’s so comfortable.”

What Happens After a Session

Downtime is minimal. In fact, the treated area usually looks no different afterward, and many people go straight back to their day. One client told us she did it on her lunch break and put a little makeup back on before heading out.

Over the following days, the stubble that is left behind is stunted and falls out on its own. This is called hair shedding. Once that hair is released, the follicle may take longer to grow another one, if it does at all.

Your Laser Specialist will go over your aftercare before you leave, especially protecting the treated area from the sun.

How Many Sessions Will You Need?

More than one, and here is why. The laser can only effectively target follicles that are in an active growth phase at the time of treatment. Not every hair is in that phase at once.

That is why our packages are built around 6 treatment sessions plus 2 touch-ups, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to follow your hair’s natural growth cycle. We do not book sessions back-to-back.

Many clients are happy with what they see after the first session, but results build session by session. Your exact plan depends on your treatment area, skin type and goals, and results vary from person to person.

Which Areas Can Be Treated?

The Motus AZ+ works on facial and body hair. Areas our clients commonly treat include:

  • Chin, neck and other facial hair
  • Underarms
  • Bikini area, including razor bumps
  • Back
  • Hands

Bella Viságe keeps a before-and-after gallery of real clients on our Laser Hair Removal page. No filters and no stand-ins, so it is a good way to see what realistic results look like before your consultation.

Why Your Consultation Comes First

We require a consultation before any laser hair removal treatment, and it is always complimentary.

During that visit, your Laser Specialist reviews your health history, assesses your skin and treatment area, and talks through your goals. From there, we build a customized, safe treatment plan and give you transparent pricing before you commit to anything. If anything needs to be addressed before treatment, we will tell you clearly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is laser hair removal with the Motus AZ+ really painless?

Most clients describe it as warm and comfortable. The cooled sapphire tip and gradual, repeated passes replace the “rubber-band snap” many people associate with laser hair removal.

Does it work on all skin tones?

Yes. The Motus AZ+ is calibrated to your skin tone and is suitable for all skin types, from very pale to very dark.

Will it work on blonde or gray hair?

No. The laser targets hair with color, so it will not treat clear, blonde or gray hair.

How many sessions will I need?

Our packages are built around 6 treatment sessions plus 2 touch-ups, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Your Laser Specialist will customize your plan at your consultation.

Is there any downtime?

Very little. The treated area usually looks no different afterward. Your Laser Specialist will go over aftercare with you, especially sun protection.

Are there conditions that would prevent me from getting treatment?

Rather than guess at a generic list, your Laser Specialist will review your health history and assess your skin at your complimentary consultation, and let you know if anything needs to be addressed first.

Ready to Put the Razor Down?

If shaving, waxing or razor bumps have become part of your routine, laser hair removal with the Motus AZ+ offers a comfortable way to cut down on the upkeep. Schedule your complimentary consultation at Bella Viságe Medical & Aesthetic Rejuvenation in Lakeland and find out what your personalized Laser Hair Removal plan could look like.

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