Inclusive Laser Hair Removal in Brooklyn
What is Laser?
Laser is an invisible pulse of hot light that - depending on wavelength - targets the melanin of your hair at the surface or deep inside your dermis. At Uncle Nat's, we think laser should feel like the gentle pain of a headache at a party. More pain means higher risk of injury. As Uncle Nat always says..."You can't kill a hair deader!"
How It Works
We use the Candela Gentlemax Pro to zap hairs at the root and traumatize those follicles. Humans grow approximately six generations of hair, meaning we’ll need to repeat the process to eliminate each generation. The necessary amount of treatments and the frequency of them will look different for every client, which is why we don’t offer pre-packaged laser bundles. At your first session we will assess your hair and come up with a removal plan that works for you. Once you have completed your full course of laser, you may need to come in for a maintenance session about once a year to prevent regrowth. Book a "Chat with Nat" if you have more questions.
Try Lasering if you...
Struggle with ingrowns, HS, KP or skin immunity Issues exacerbated by hair
Laser eliminates ingrown hairs and is an effective treatment for skin immunity issues exacerbated by hair like hidradenitis suppurativa, keratosis pilaris, and folliculitis
Don't want to or can't shave
Unlike many salons, we offer a pre-shave add-on to prep your skin before your laser service. We realize even able bodied people with no mobility issues have a hard time shaving their own butthole, am I right?
Want a more permanent solution
Lasering is great if you need permanent hair curation for gender affirmation. If you are unsure what you want your long-term style to be, you may want to play around with sugaring first!
Want to keep some hair, but refine hair thickness
Many of our clients laser once or twice a year to stave off ingrown hairs or to thin out densely packed hairs. You don't have to go full dolphin. We can also pair sugaring with laser for an even more unique process to fit your needs!
Do you have tattoos?
Laser can damage skin with tattoos! If you are tattooed in an area you would like to remove hair from check out our sugaring page for some tattoo-safe options.
First thing’s first! Book your appointment.
Check out our body diagram on the service page...cover the areas you hope to curate. Book a Phone Chat with Nat if you have more questions!
Add the laser pre-care led treatment to your appointment to prevent reactions and help the body recover faster.
If you are unable to shave before your appointment, you must also book a pre-shave service. If you show up to your appointment unshaved without having booked a pre-shave, we will need to modify your services to take time to properly shave and prep your skin. You will be charged the full price of all services booked regardless.
Shave the date before
If you are able, shave in a hot steamy shower the day before you come in. We encourage you to find a way to do this at home either by yourself or with assistance to mitigate shaving irritations before your treatment.
Plan your time. Mark your appointment on your calendar.
In order to meet our mission we have to be strict with our cancellation and lateness policies. We strongly encourage our clients to block out an extra 30-60 minutes longer than the scheduled appointment to account for any extra care time we need to take with either you or a client ahead of you. Parking in this neighborhood can be tricky, which is why we offer reduced and validated parking for Uncle Nat’s clients only at a conveniently located garage.
Avoid sun damage!
Getting a tan or having elongated sun exposure up to two weeks before or after your treatment can lead to discoloration and permanent damage. Be extra diligent with your sunscreen leading up to the appointment and try to keep the areas you are lasering covered when outside.
Clean and dry your skin. No lotions or oils on treatment areas
Come to your appointment with clean dry skin- no lotions or oils on the treatment areas. Arrive with no makeup or book a makeup removal pre-care.
Arrive early and buzz us at 6B
Arrive 15 min early, at which time you'll get a confirmation text with a link to check-in. Please check-in as you buzz in. Buzz 6B and make sure to close the door directly behind you. This is a residential building and so we ask that you be vigilant about not letting folks in behind you.
Park your vehicle if you’re driving.
Parking is at 800 Flatbush. The 2127 Caton entrance is on Caton between Flatbush and E. 21st St. When you are parking follow the directions below:
- Say you’re going to Uncle Nat’s
- Ask for a paper ticket
- Spend $150+ (before tax and tip) for free parking ($15 parking fee will be added to your service if you spend less than $150 (before tax and tip)
- Get your tickets stamped
Kick off your shoes & wash your hands
Kick off your shoes in our hallway upon arrival and enter our waiting space with your socks or our provided house slippers. Wash your hands in the bathroom immediately to your left upon entering and come on in. Feel free to try out the products on our texter wall while you wait. Arrive early for use of our plant tincture/ beverage service, or to simply relax and take in the vibes before your appointment.
Keep that skin moisturized!
Properly moisturized skill will lead to softer, more manageable regrowth. We offer two main home care system, each with plenty of room for customization.
Avoid the Sun!
Avoid direct sun on the treatment areas for two weeks after your laser service. Laser hair removal is an inherently inflammatory process. You may see pinkness, minor welting, or follicle irritation. These symptoms generally last about an hour after your appointment and can be reduced or eliminated completely with the addition of an LED post-care.
Be in touch!
If you have a reaction at all, or see results that are outside of what we set you up to expect, please let us know ASAP. The best way to reach us is to reply to the initial confirmation message you received before your appointment. The cost of your booked services includes access to our professionals in between appointments. Your messages go straight to your profile can only be seen by your technicians. We encourage you to send photos of the affected area immediately so we can best assess your skin and adjust your treatment plan.
Shave Only!
You can shave between sessions, but should not remove the hair from the root once we have begun your laser treatments.
Schedule yearly maintenance sessions at the completion of your full course.
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