Palomar lasers: rules of use and effectiveness

Cosmetology does not stand still, manufacturers are constantly releasing new products, but consumers are often skeptical about this - why is the next new product better? Maybe it's similar to the old products, only the packaging is different and there are more promises? Moreover, the latest discovery did not revolutionize the field of beauty. However, is it so bad to gradually improve previous achievements?

Palomar lasers

The Palomar laser used in cosmetology is an advanced device that is used for various purposes. It helps rid the skin of defects of various nature. In addition, the equipment is much more advanced than its predecessors, if only because all the shortcomings have been eliminated.

The impact of technology allows you to achieve excellent results in skin rejuvenation, normalization of texture, hair removal, and correction of defects of various types. At the same time, it is possible to avoid more radical methods of intervention, eliminate unsafe anesthesia and reduce the number of necessary procedures when compared with lasers of previous generations.

This laser helps improve skin condition

The manufacturing company Palomar Medical Technologies was acquired by a large American company, Cynosure Inc., several years ago. This technology is constantly improving, and experts are conducting ongoing research aimed at improving the equipment.

About the Palomar laser

The design of the device includes a control processor, a cooling device, and special nozzles that supply radiation. The operating principle of the Palomar laser is quite new, but its success has already been proven by experts - one device combines the capabilities of several lasers at once, and you can select the desired operating mode using various attachments.

Experts claim the benefits of such a device

In our country, cosmetology centers provide two platforms - StarLux 500 and Palomar ICON. In fact, the functions of both devices are the same, although the software of the second is newer. There are no fundamental differences between them. Scope of application:

• rejuvenation, normalization of structure, tightening and toning of the skin, correction of wrinkles;
• getting rid of unnecessary formations, certain defects - moles, age spots, scars and scars, spider veins;

Laser eliminates various skin defects

• removal of excess hair using laser.

Note ! A specialized laser (Palomar Q-switch KTP) has also been developed, which involves removing unwanted tattoos.

Palomar Q-switch KTP removes tattoos

Possibilities of the photorejuvenation method using the Icon Palomar system

The affordable price of the facial photorejuvenation procedure will allow you to restore youth to any skin after determining its type of aging:

• deformational (double chin, sagging cheeks, bags under the eyes or a pronounced nasolabial fold);
• tired (typical for people without excess weight, when there is slight deformation - sagging skin, unexpressed wrinkles, poor complexion);
• finely wrinkled (typical for patients with an asthenic physique with dry skin and minimal fat, there are practically no visual signs of aging);
• muscular (in patients with Asian roots or a pronounced muscular frame, the oval of the face is practically not deformed, the formation of a nasolabial fold and a network of fine wrinkles is noticeable, the corners of the mouth may droop).

Other laser capabilities include effective lifting of the periorbital and submandibular zones, smoothing of all kinds of stretch marks, as well as treatment of age spots - and all this is achieved in a course of two to four procedures, which are performed at intervals of a month. Thus, therapy takes no more than four months.

The differences are noticeable after the first photorejuvenation session, and before the next treatment, the cellular composition of the skin is actively renewed. This approach guarantees a significant slowdown in aging and, importantly, helps prevent the appearance of border zones that could spoil the patient’s impression of the procedure.

Any question about the Icon Palomar technique can be asked to the specialists of the EsteLab clinic - they will advise and tell you how often it is necessary to resort to photorejuvenation. Contact us - we are always happy to help you!

Features and advantages of the equipment used

Quite high power - up to 350 J per pulse. Nowadays, this is the highest indicator, which significantly improves the results obtained.

The consequence of power is high speed. Treatments require less time than other laser technologies and fewer sessions are required. Usually everything is connected with the specific reason for visiting a cosmetology clinic, since in some cases it will be more advisable to use Fraxel rather than Palomar.

High speed allows you to reduce the duration of the procedure

Safety. The specialist can control the power and cooling of the laser. Due to this, the client experiences virtually no pain during the manipulations, the procedure is well tolerated, and the skin structures do not overheat. There are no burns.

Personalization. Before laser treatment is performed for the first time, the client's skin is scanned to select the appropriate regime based on his individual characteristics.

Note ! The data obtained during the analysis can be saved and used for repeated exposures.

Based on the individual characteristics of the patient’s body, the appropriate mode of the device is selected

Contraindications

Laser hair removal is prohibited if the patient has:

• pregnancy and lactation, taking oral contraceptives, endocrinological disorders - changes in hormonal levels in combination with a light beam lead to pigmentation disorders;
• oncology, keloid scars - laser stimulates cell growth processes;
• tattoos, piercings in the treatment area - burns occur due to overheating;
• epilepsy and mental disorders - light flashes lead to exacerbations;
• pacemaker;
• skin diseases in the treatment area;
• acute infections;
• tanning lasting less than 2 weeks and fresh skin lesions.

ATTENTION!

During the course of laser therapy, stop taking antibiotics, drugs that affect blood clotting, and retinol (vitamin A).

Palomar or Fraxel?

Many women wonder: what is better to choose – Palomar or Fraxel? If you look at the final result, both devices give almost the same performance. Arguing for Palomar, we can say that the client needs fewer procedures, and the manipulations do not cause pain or discomfort. However, all this is very individual and depends on the specific characteristics of the skin and human body. As for the price, in our country there is practically no difference between the cost of these two procedures.

The choice should depend on the individual characteristics of the human body

Palomar laser principle

When choosing the best way to rejuvenate the skin using laser technology, it is advisable to highlight several comparison criteria - what will be the final result, how safe is the procedure, does it cause pain and discomfort? The technology we are considering meets these criteria.

The leather processing method was developed by American specialists in 2001, and then it became popular in other countries. The essence of the procedure is the impact of pulses of various lengths and their combinations.

Note ! When the pulse is short, an ablation effect occurs. Using long pulses, a coagulation effect can be achieved.

The essence of the procedure is the action of pulses of different lengths on the skin.

The depth of penetration does not exceed one or two millimeters. There is a fractional effect on the deep skin structures, and not on the upper ones. Thus, the technology we are considering is used in the correction of cosmetic and aesthetic defects.

During the procedure, the cosmetologist applies microscopic laser beams with high density to the client's skin. As a result of their action, the body begins to produce its own elastin and collagen.

Note ! It is worth noting that this method of treating the skin is quite gentle, does not require preliminary anesthesia, and does not provoke severe pain.

Targeted laser delivery allows for gentle treatment of the patient’s skin

Types of lasers, their differences

There are four different devices for carrying out procedures, all of them differ in their own characteristics.

Palomar Icon – super power

The hardware for the procedure has a fairly high power - up to 350 joules per pulse. Thanks to this property, the time allocated for manipulation is significantly reduced. The client does not suffer from pain or other discomfort. Since it has its own cooling system, a comfortable procedure is ensured.

Note ! It is worth saying that the device has 7 attachments that have a wide range of uses: correction of spider veins, age-related changes, “orange peels”, removal of unnecessary hair, stretch marks.

Palomar Icon

Palomar Starlux 500 – a device for universal exposure

A completely easy to use device that is truly versatile.

Note ! The scope of application of this device is as follows: removal of unnecessary hair, skin rejuvenation, correction of acne, heavy pigmentation.

Palomar Starlux 500

Palomar Vectus – advanced equipment

This device is equipped with a diode laser. Cooling of the skin is ensured by the action of a sapphire crystal.

Note ! The device comes with only one universal attachment.

The advantages of the device are as follows.

1. Very high power.
2. The procedure takes very little time.
3. Practicality.
4. No pain or discomfort.

Palomar Vectus

Palomar Emerge – compact and efficient

Another type of device, characterized by the presence of ready-made treatment protocols. The use of such a device allows you to eliminate various skin defects without long rehabilitation and anesthesia.

Note ! Palomar Emerge is used to rejuvenate the skin of the face, hands, décolleté, knees, elbows, as well as to eliminate stretch marks and scars.

Palomar Emerge

Progress of the procedure

The impact takes from 20 to 50 minutes, depending on the nature of the defect that needs to be eliminated. At the end of the event, redness and swelling of the client’s skin are often noted, but these side effects go away on their own after a couple of days. Sometimes you can notice changes in the skin immediately, but most often it takes several days for the results to appear.

Changes are noticeable some time after the procedure

The rehabilitation period is very short, there are a minimum of restrictions (although many laser procedures have a long list). For several days you should not go out in the sun or visit the bathhouse or sauna. To maintain the effect, it is recommended to use sun protection products. You can use cosmetics on the second day after the procedure.

Note ! Both before and after the exposure, under no circumstances should you sunbathe or go to a solarium for three weeks! Be sure to use sun protection creams after the procedure. It is quite common for the skin to become red or swollen for a few days, so you will need to arrange your time so that you can spend a couple of days at home.

Prices for the procedure

Since completely different effects can be carried out using equipment, it is quite difficult to determine the average price. Generally speaking, the cost is approximately the same as for similar effects using other equipment. The price is calculated based on the “front of work”.

We will indicate approximate prices for various types of procedures using such lasers.

Price depends on work

Main competitors

In the segment of expensive luxury epilators, Palomar Vectus is comparable in performance to the Candela GentleLase Pro alexandrite laser and the Lutronic Advantage Power Plus™ diode device. Chinese and Russian semiconductor models are inferior in efficiency.

The manufacturer positions Vectus as the fastest laser system, but this statement was true in 2012, when the device appeared on the market. By 2022, epilators appeared that support 2 hair removal modes: classic and dynamic. The procedure on them is faster than on Palomar. An example is the Korean Ruikd Lamis XL laser, with hair removal and non-ablative rejuvenation functions. In addition to speed, it beats Vectus in terms of emitter life (30 million flashes) and price (from 1.5 million rubles).

Expected effect

Using Palomar laser rejuvenation, you can see the first changes within a week. In general, the event is advisable when:

• wrinkled reticulum near the eyes;
• unhealthy complexion;
• acne scars;

  
  Scars disappear thanks to the power of laser

• sagging skin;
• scars and scarring;
• flabby skin of the face, neck, décolleté;
• the presence of a vascular network of small capillaries.

During this procedure you can get rid of rosacea

It should be said that the use of a laser is permissible from the age of 25. If a woman has ignored the need to care for her skin for a long time, she will have to carry out more procedures for a good effect. Women over forty years old are prescribed 4 sessions to keep their skin young for several years.

Note ! The same applies to stretch marks. To get rid of a “fresh” defect (no more than three years old) three procedures are enough, but for “older” stretch marks the number of repetitions of the treatment reaches six.

The number of procedures is determined by the problem that the doctor needs to work with

When to epilate

In order for the procedure to be effective, it must be carried out during a certain period of hair growth - at the anagen stage (active growth).

This is the first period of hair growth; at this stage, new cells and melanin pigment are actively formed. When the amount of pigment reaches its highest concentration, the procedure is most effective - it actively absorbs thermal radiation and destroys the follicle.

At the second stage of catagen, atrophy of the hair papilla and pigment disintegration occurs. The follicle at this stage is insensitive to thermal radiation and the procedure becomes impractical.

The third stage of rest or telogen is characterized by the final cessation of hair growth.

There are hairs on the surface of the skin that are in all three stages at the same time. Of the total hair, approximately 20-30% have the maximum concentration of pigment and are in the anagen phase. Therefore, only this part can be removed with a laser. This is also related to the total recommended number of sessions - 3-4 with a frequency of 4 to 8 weeks.

Why choose Palomar?

Nowadays, the choice of cosmetology equipment is so wide that cosmetologists, especially beginners, can easily get confused in choosing the best equipment for their office. Let's discuss why it would be best to choose the Palomar laser.

First reason. This device has a very powerful laser for hair removal. Due to the high power, excellent results can be achieved, while the number of repeated exposures is significantly reduced. After just 6 procedures, excess hair will no longer bother the client.

Laser power for hair removal is an undeniable advantage of the procedure.

The second reason. Palomar has the largest operating window, which means fewer laser flashes are consumed during manipulation. Therefore, the cost of the hardware procedure is quite low, and the service life of the device is amazingly long.

Another advantage of such a working window is good laser performance. The light supplied by the equipment reaches the deepest skin structures, treating even the deepest follicles. As a result, the procedure allows you to achieve high results, since absolutely all follicles heat up - and the hair simply does not have the opportunity to grow.

Note ! Even the most stubborn structures can be destroyed.

Many problems can be solved with the Palomar laser

It should be noted that the next advantage of the technology is that the procedure takes very little time. For example, legs can be completely treated with such a laser in just 15 minutes, while similar technologies require two hours. Thus, significantly less time is allocated for one session, and the specialist can see more clients per day - which means your income will be higher.

Of course, the device has a nozzle with a small working window, which is advisable to use in areas such as lips, fingers, ears, and so on.

This device can be used to treat different areas

Third reason. This laser has a Skintel melanin scanner built into it, which analyzes the amount of pigment in human skin. This information is then provided to the equipment. A variety of criteria are analyzed: the client’s tan level, color, thickness, thickness of the hair being processed. Thanks to this, hair removal is very safe, effective and does not cause pain.

Note ! The characteristics obtained by the scanner allow you to select the operating mode that best suits a particular client. In the future, this data can be used for repeat visits.

Thanks to the Skintel module, various skin criteria are analyzed

Fourth reason. The Palomar Vectus, for example, has a diode laser, which is optimal for people with tanned or dark skin. Other lasers heat the pigment contained directly in the skin, which means there is a high probability of damaging the skin or burning it.

Fifth reason. The emitter has a high resource, and the “consumables” are minimal. This is important because over time the device has a weaker effect, and the specialist has to either sacrifice operating time and recharge it, or buy a new one - and this requires certain material investments. Diode laser technology is many times more economical than its analogues - it lasts significantly longer. Most cosmetic lasers require a lot of money for various materials - mirrors, caps, and so on. Specialists often spend about forty thousand a month on consumables alone! But the Vectus does not need such expenses, since it only needs to replace its technical cooling fluid and special filters, and this only needs to be done a couple of times a year. It follows from this that, in comparison with their analogues, Palomar’s consumables will cost a cosmetologist several times less.

The device works for a long time with its high efficiency

Sixth reason. This device does not consume as much energy as others. When choosing equipment, cosmetologists often ignore this fact, but in vain, because the equipment for beauty procedures “consumes” a lot of electricity - up to seven kilowatts.

Note ! If a large number of clients visit the salon during the day, the electricity bills will be substantial. And the device we are considering requires only 1.1 kilowatts of electricity.

This device consumes little energy

From the above, we can conclude that to successfully run your own cosmetology business, you need to choose the Palomar laser. It is fully worth the investment, increasing your profits many times over, and effectively eliminating various defects, so your customers will certainly be satisfied.

Experts about this technology

To get a more realistic picture, we asked experts their opinion about Palomar technology by asking the following questions.

1. What procedures do you perform using Palomar hardware?
2. What is most in demand among clients?
3. How effective is skin treatment with this laser, based on your personal experience with it?

Elena Pavlovna , experienced cosmetologist, Moscow

“In our cosmetology center, Palomar is used for skin rejuvenation using laser), photorejuvenation, phototherapy. We also use it to remove excess pigmentation of the skin.

I think that the equipment makes it possible to carry out procedures that are quite effective. We have achieved particular success in photorejuvenation, where the effect lasts for several years. It seems to me that a significant advantage of this technology is the combined result within a single impact. This includes photorejuvenation, photocoagulation and correction of pigmentation problems.”

Cosmetologists are satisfied with the results that the Palomar laser can provide

Alena Viktorovna, experienced cosmetologist, Voronezh

“The Palomar laser has a wide range of applications, so we use it to treat inflammatory processes of various natures, correct post-acne, remove permanent makeup, and correct problems with skin pigmentation. Typically, clients want to remove annoying tattoos, spider veins, age spots, acne and their marks.

It is difficult for me to say unequivocally about the result of the procedures, since it is related to the specific problem with which the client came to us, the specific characteristics of the skin and body. However, I can say with confidence that our clients are always satisfied with the results obtained! In addition, I consider Palomar’s advantage to be safety, absence of pain and discomfort; clients tolerate manipulation well and immediately see positive changes in their skin.”

According to the expert, the laser has many advantages

Customer opinions

So far there are not many reviews on the Internet about Palomar technology. It is worth saying that not all reviews are positive - and this is normal, because no procedure can be ideal for absolutely everyone. Some people are happy with the results and recommend everyone try the procedure on themselves, while others feel sorry for the time and money spent. It is no secret that in some cases unqualified specialists are to blame, and sometimes clients expect magical transformations and are then dissatisfied.

People are happy with the procedure

Irina, Samara

“I recently had hair removal using a Palomar laser. I am ready to recommend it to everyone! I'll tell you my story. I wanted to get rid of excess hair on my legs, but I didn’t know which treatment to choose. The cosmetologist recommended Palomar. It only took four sessions for my hair to stop bothering me. Previously, this problem was relevant to me; I tried many different methods to remove vegetation, since in the summer women’s legs should be perfectly smooth. And I am very pleased with Palomar, since there is almost no hair left. In a couple of months I will definitely go for another session so that the effect is maximum. By the way, hair will begin to disappear within a week after the first procedure.”

Women like the procedure

Alena, Kirov

“I have a friend who really loves all these cosmetology services. She told me how she removed fine lines and hair in her bikini area and legs using Palomar technology. I became very interested and decided to go to the clinic myself. I had wrinkles on my face - small, but very annoying with their presence. I went to a cosmetologist who was recommended to me by a friend, and was very pleased. I plan to perform hair removal with the same laser. Since I have blond hair, the result should be excellent. It’s great that cosmetology is constantly evolving, and women can get rid of many problems!”

Wrinkles are easily removed, judging by the reviews of women

Sofia, St. Petersburg

“I had hair removal with a Palomar laser. To be honest, I'm not very happy with the result. And I read a lot of laudatory reviews on the Internet, and my friends were happy, and my colleagues at work advised me. So, I went to cosmetology to get rid of the mustache on my face. Of course, there is an effect, but this is not exactly what I expected... my hair seemed to shorten and become lighter, but that’s all. And they said that they would quickly fall out. I’ve already attended five sessions, but they tell me that I need five more! You can be optimistic, but my skin in the treated area is already inflamed, so I’ll refrain. I don’t deny: it may suit someone, but specifically, I don’t understand the universal love for this laser.”

The Palomar laser can be used to perform hair removal that will impress any woman

Ekaterina, Krasnoyarsk

“I advise mothers to treat their skin with the Palomar laser after childbirth. The technology is still new, so I didn’t quite understand the principle of operation, but the cosmetologist said that it involves a combination of several laser techniques at once. I decided to remove stretch marks using this device. I'm happy with the result! You need to go to cosmetology a few months after giving birth, they will tell you what and how to do. My skin is almost back to normal, and I can’t help but be happy about it!”

Girls say that stretch marks go away quickly

Elena, Omsk

“Skin aging is a silent horror. For a long time I was embarrassed by these defects on my skin, these terrible wrinkles. I tried to get rid of them with creams, masks, and cosmetics. Nothing helped, but I really want to shine with beauty longer. The children consulted and gave me an unusual gift for my birthday: a rejuvenation course using Palomar laser technology.

At first I was skeptical, since my experience in getting rid of wrinkles is enormous, but I decided to go. And after the first time I noticed that wrinkles were slowly disappearing, the hated “crow’s feet” and pigmentation were a thing of the past. At first I couldn’t believe that the laser could have such an effect on my skin, but over time I stopped being ashamed of my appearance.

I want to say that I did not experience any pain or discomfort during the cosmetologist’s actions, and this is also very important. If you are still thinking about whether to carry out the procedure or not, go to a cosmetologist as soon as possible! Of course, you will have to look in the mirror at your red and swollen skin for a couple of days, but it will be worth it. I feel like I’ve lost a couple of decades – my skin is so beautiful now. Once again I realized that professional cosmetology can most effectively deal with various skin problems. I recommend Palomar laser to everyone!”

Manufacturer

The manufacturer of Palomar Vectus is the American company Palomar Medical Technologies. The company's specialists have been creating innovative methods for getting rid of hair since 1991. Palomar Medical Technologies products are designed to be safe and effective, as proven by certifications and clinical trials. Since 2014, the company has become part of the Cynosure corporation.

Photos before and after

Photos before and after using Palomar No. 1 lasers

Photos before and after using Palomar No. 2 lasers

Photos before and after using Palomar No. 3 lasers

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