Cool Touch VARIA®
Cool Touch introduces a new and improved VARIA 1064 nm long-pulsed laser system with improved control panel, pulse widths and spot size selection. In addition, it features a continuous pulse mode for skin tightening treatments. The Cool Touch VARIA long-pulsed laser system delivers safe, easy and effective treatment for telangiectasia and veins, from small superficial vessels to deeper blue veins, as well as unwanted hair, anywhere on the body. It is safe for all skin types, including tanned and dark-skinned patients.
Hair Removal
Tired of shaving? The CoolTouch VARIA provides a non-invasive, clinically effective, safe procedure for hair removal in smaller areas such as underarm, bikini area and facial hair. Pulsed cooling and patented thermal quenching create a soothing effect while protecting the skin’s surface. You can get back to work or recreation immediately post hair removal procedure.
Spider Veins, Vascular Lesions & Telangiectasia
Do you suffer from spider veins? Do you have red veins (telangiectasia) on your nose or face? The CoolTouch laser can safely eliminate vascular lesions over the course of several treatments with no downtime required.
Skin Tightening
Non-ablative techniques for laser skin treatments such as the VARIA have been well documented in the medical literature. While not all of the mechanisms are clearly understood, it is suggested that this heating of the sub-dermal tissues causes a cellular response that initiates healing mechanisms leading to increased collagen production. The result of this collagen production over time is an improvement and tightening in skin texture and reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.
The Best Candidates
The CoolTouch VARIA is used for
1. The treatment of Surface veins
The CoolTouch VARIA laser has a widest range of spot sizes, pulse widths and power available in a single laser system. The VARIA is used to treat the complete range of vessels from the smallest 0.1mm telangiectasias to larger reticular veins, up to 2-3 mm.
2. The treatment of Unwanted hair
The Nd:YAG wavelength penetrates deeply to the base of the hair follicle to produce a thermal injury that reduces hair growth. Melanin absorption plays a key role in targeting the hair follicle. Therefore, hair that is white (little or no melanin) cannot be treated effectively. Gray, blonde and red hair will often times not respond as well as darker, coarser hair to laser light treatment of any wavelength.
3. Skin Tightening
The CoolTouch VARIA produces a wavelength (1064 nm) with deep penetration to heat sub-dermal tissue, using a large spot size with a unique method of monitoring the temperature of the skin for increased safety and comfort. The VARIA also has the option of cryogen cooling for improved patient comfort of the skin immediately post treatment.
Treatment Time
Hair Removal
Hair growth occurs in cycles. The anagen phase (most active growth) is when hair is thought to be most susceptible to laser treatments. Because follicles in a given area can be in different growth stages, multiple treatments are required to achieve significant reduction in hair growth.
Hair removal treatment times depend on the treatment area size and can range from 15-30 minutes for small areas and up to an hour or more for large treatment areas such as a man’s back.
Spider Veins, Vascular Lesions & Telangiectasia
Treatment sessions for veins are generally set for a fixed amount of time, usually 20-30 minute sessions.
The number of treatments can vary based on several factors including the size and depth of the vein. Usually multiple treatments (2-5) are require to produce pleasing results.
Skin Tightening
treatment times depend on the treatment area size , usually 30-45 minutes for full face area
The Procedure
Treatments are performed in your doctor’s office by a nurse or a trained technician and last from 15 to 90 minutes depending on the size of area treated. Treatments are associated with mild discomfort, not unlike a small rubber band snapping against skin. The discomfort is well tolerated when small areas are treated, but if large areas are treated, discomfort may interfere with the procedure. Discomfort can be minimized by the use of ice immediately prior to the laser application. Treatments usually do not require sedatives, pain medications, or injections of local anesthetic. Unlike waxing, you may shave immediately prior to your laser hair removal.
After Your Procedure
You may return to work immediately after treatment. Anticipate that your treated skin may turn pale purple, and this will persist for several days. Some areas may scab and blister temporarily.
Ice packs reduce postoperative pain and minimize edema. Analgesic are not usually required unless extensive areas have been treated. Any trauma (e.g. picking or scratching) to the treated area should be avoided.
During the first week of healing, direct sun exposure should be avoided or sun blocks used. Make-up may be applied on the day following treatment.
The damaged hair is often shed during the first few weeks after treatment. Retreatment can therefore be performed as soon as regrowth appears. On average, the timing is 6-8 weeks.
