Candela GentleMax Pro
Premium laser hair removal technology
At a Glance
Pain Level
Mild warmth and tingling
Downtime
Slight redness for a few hours
Sessions
Course of 4-6 recommended
Duration
30-45 minutes
Results
Progressive with each session
Frequency
Every 3-4 weeks
What is Candela GentleMax Pro?
Candela GentleMax Pro is an advanced laser hair removal system that uses dual-wavelength technology (Alexandrite 755nm and Nd:YAG 1064nm) to target and destroy hair follicles without harming surrounding skin. Its Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) ensures a comfortable experience by cooling the skin during each laser pulse, reducing discomfort and enhancing safety.
Benefits
- Most Trusted Globally: The world’s most widely used laser for hair removal.
- Dual Wavelengths: Combines Alexandrite and Nd:YAG lasers for all skin tones.
- Safe and Effective: Delivers long-lasting results with minimal discomfort.
- Fast Treatments: Treats large and small areas quickly.
- Comfortable Experience: Features cooling technology for minimal irritation.
- Fewer Sessions Needed: Provides significant hair reduction in fewer treatments.
- Precision Targeting: Targets hair follicles without damaging surrounding skin.
Is This Right for You?
Clients who want the gold-standard, globally trusted laser hair removal system, with precision targeting, cooling comfort, and fewer sessions than traditional lasers.
Pre-Treatment Care
- Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanner for at least 2 weeks before treatment
- Shave the treatment area 12-24 hours before your appointment (no waxing, plucking, threading, or epilating for 4-6 weeks before)
- Drink 1.5-2 litres of water daily before the session to support skin recovery
- Arrive with clean skin, no makeup, deodorant, perfume, or body lotion on the treatment area
- Discontinue retinoids, glycolic/salicylic acids, and exfoliants 5-7 days before
- Tell us about any photosensitising medications (doxycycline, isotretinoin, St John's wort) or history of cold sores if treating upper lip
Post-Treatment Care
- Mild redness resolves within a few hours
- Drink plenty of water (at least 2 litres) for the next 48 hours
- Apply SPF 50+ on treated areas and avoid direct sun exposure for 2 weeks
- No saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, hot tubs, or intense cardio for 24-48 hours
- No swimming pools or the ocean for 48 hours
- Avoid fragranced products, deodorants (for underarm treatments), perfumes, or exfoliants for 24-48 hours
- Between sessions, only shave, do not wax, thread, or pluck (the laser needs the follicle intact)
- From day 5-7, you'll notice hairs shedding naturally. Gentle exfoliation helps and reduces the risk of ingrowns
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Candela GentleMax Pro considered the gold standard?
GentleMax Pro is the most widely used laser hair removal device in the world, used by dermatologists and aesthetic clinics across 90+ countries. Its combination of high-energy Alexandrite (755nm) and Nd:YAG (1064nm) wavelengths with Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) delivers proven, repeatable results with minimal discomfort.
How does the Dynamic Cooling Device (DCD) work?
DCD sprays a precisely-timed burst of cryogen onto the skin milliseconds before each laser pulse. This protects the skin surface, minimises discomfort, and allows us to safely use higher energy for stronger results, fewer sessions, better outcomes.
How is this different from Soprano Titanium?
Both are FDA-approved and excellent. GentleMax Pro uses higher-energy single pulses with DCD cooling, often slightly fewer sessions needed for suitable skin types. Soprano Titanium uses gradual gliding heat with continuous cooling, often more comfortable on sensitive or darker skin. Your specialist will recommend the better fit for your skin and hair type.
How many sessions will I need?
Typically 6-8 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart, depending on the treatment area and hair growth cycle. Most clients see meaningful hair reduction after the first 2-3 sessions. Occasional maintenance sessions may be needed long-term.
Which areas can be treated?
Face (upper lip, chin, cheeks, sideburns), underarms, bikini line, Brazilian, legs, arms, back, chest, and abdomen. Different areas follow different growth cycles, so spacing varies per area.
Is it safe on my skin tone?
Yes. The dual-wavelength system lets us use Alexandrite 755nm for lighter skin tones (Fitzpatrick I - III) where it's faster and more effective, and Nd:YAG 1064nm for darker skin tones (IV - VI). Your specialist chooses the wavelength based on your skin and test patch.
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