Why us?

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Expect during a Laser hair Removal Consultation and Treatment

You want laser hair removal WHERE?

Brazilian Bikini / Mankini laser for men and women

Laser Hair Removal for Men

Why us?

We believe we are Winnipeg's busiest Medical laser hair removal Centre.

Dr. Minuk was the first physician in Winnipeg to provide laser hair removal and has the most experience in Manitoba.

Reasons, we believe clients come to our Clinics

• Clients meet with Dr. Minuk. Dr. Minuk oversees all treatments.
• We have professional and courteous consultants, staff and technicians.
• PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE …Our clinic will price match an experienced Medical Laser Hair Removal own and operated by a Medical Specialist.(Exclusions: Salons, Spa or similar like organizations. Possible exclusions: Beginners: Doctor operated clinic. Clinics with minimal experience in SkinCare or Lasers, usually run by General Practitioners.)
  A written quote is required to receive Price Match.
• Great pricing. No interest financing available
• Convenience: Saturday and evenings available, 2 locations: Winnipeg & St. Vital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does laser hair removal work?
The laser targets the darkness of the melanin pigment in the hair follicle. Since melanin is only produced in the growth phase of the hair, the laser must target the hair follicle during this cycle. At any given time, 20-40% of the hair in a particular area may be in a growth phase. Therefore, more than one treatment needs to be scheduled, preferably at 4-8 week intervals. With multiple treatments we can ensure that all hair follicles are being disabled.

Can all hair and skin colors be treated effectively with laser?
There is no one laser that is ideal for all skin colors. At Dr. Minuk's SkinClinic & Laser Centre, we have a laser for light skin and a second laser for dark skin. The alexandrite laser we use has been evaluated as one of the most effective laser for removing hair. However, this laser is ideal for light skinned individuals. The long pulsed nd:yag laser we use is ideal for dark skinned individuals. The longer pulse means that the laser energy will be absorbed by the root of the hair and not the surface of the skin. This means laser hair removal will be safer and more effective for dark skinned individuals. While laser hair removal can be performed on virtually any skin color, the color of the hair is the most important factor. The laser is attracted to the melanin (the dark pigment) in the hair follicle. Thus, darker hair is treated most effectively. If your hair has a blonde, red, or dark gray root, you may not be a good candidate for laser hair removal.

Do you offer complimentary consultations?
Absolutely. A consultation is a must for any client considering laser hair removal. Our experienced staff will review the laser treatment process, discuss all concerns.

Some people would like the idea of receiving treatment the day as a consultation. Following informed consent, a treatment can be performed the same day.

Does my hair need to be “grown out” before my treatment?
No. We actually recommend that you shave the area to be treated. Waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or any other method that removes the root of the hair must be discontinued at several days prior to treatment.

What areas of the face or body cannot be treated with laser?
None. All areas of the face or body can be treated with the laser that is suited for your skin type.

Does it hurt?
While everyone's tolerance is different, the some clients may find treatment mildly uncomfortable. Because the lasers we use have a large spot size, treatments are very quick. Any discomfort one experiences is over very quickly.

What are the risks involved with laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is a Cosmetic Medical Procedure. There is little or no recovery or down time. Patients can return to their normal activities immediately. These lasers do not injure the dermis so the risks are extremely low. As with any procedure, you will be given an informed consent to read over that explains all the possible risks. Sun exposure or tanning beds and certain medications could possibly make the skin more sensitive to the thermal energy of the laser. For this reason, it is important to seek laser hair removal treatment only from a medical office that requires information about medications, health history, etc. prior to receiving a laser hair removal treatment.

Do you sell packages, and is laser hair removal affordable?

We offer individual and package pricing for your convenience. Every patient differs in the way that their hair responds to the treatment. Any given area typically requires an average of six - eight treatments but this can vary from person to person.

Will I meet Dr. Minuk?
Yes. We are a fully-integrated Dermatology Clinic, Medical Spa & Cosmetic SkinClinic & Laser Centre. owned, operated and supervised by Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Earl Minuk, a specialist in Skin Care. In most situations you will meet with him following your consultation or during one of your first couple of treatments.

Our office is a Training Center for physicians interested in Botox, fillers, Sculptra applications.

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What to Expect During a Laser Hair Removal Treatment

Prior to your first treatment, you will have a consultation. During the consultation, we will determine your skin type, review any medications you have been taking and get a general health history.

The treatment may take a minute or two (small area- upper lip or chin), or up to an hour (legs or back).

Each person receiving a laser treatment will be wearing protective eyewear. You will still be able to see a flash of light, but your eyes will be completely covered. The laser technicians wear a type of eyewear, as well.

Our clients are looking for professional, skilled, friendly clinicians and that is what our clients find at our Cosmetic SkinClinic. Be assured we follow privacy guidelines. Our staff is well trained and confident. We perform several thousand laser hair removal services each year and have been working with hair removal lasers since 1998.

We ask that you arrive on time for your appointment. We also ask that you shave whatever possible yourself. Shaving the full bikini area may be tough for some, but we encourage you to try. Patients are typically much more comfortable shaving themselves than when we have to shave them. We also ask that you are freshly showered or bathed with completely clean skin, without lotions, creams or fragrances of any kind before coming in. Following a treatment you may feel a little sensitive, but generally people just feel very clean and sleek.

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You want laser hair removal WHERE?

Unless you have hair on the palms of your hands or the soles of your feet, you are not unique. Some women feel embarrassed about hair on their chest, neck, face, feet, forehead, hands, abdomen, hands, buttocks or other areas. Hair in these areas on a woman is not unique. We know men shave their face, but men also shave their noses, ears, eyebrows, hands, shoulders, arms and many other areas of the face or body. Laser hair removal for men of the back, neck, chest and shoulders are some of our most requested procedures. Male athletes must remove hair of the body some way in order to perform.

We have all heard about Brazilian bikini waxing. Well, what about Brazilian bikini lasering? We do that too. What exactly is a Brazilian bikini laser? Well, that part is up to you. During the consultation process, you let the technician know which areas you want treated and any areas you want untreated.

A medical office with many years of experience in laser hair removal will not be surprised to hear that man wants his ears and nose treated with a hair removal laser. Likewise, an experienced laser hair removal office will have ample experience performing laser hair removal on any area of the face or body of a woman.

Since 1998, we have been working with laser hair removal.

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Brazilian Bikini or Man-kini Laser – What is a full Brazilian?

A full Brazilian bikini procedure is perfect for those who have a preference for nothing more than a neat strip of hair. Yes, a full Brazilian is that extensive, with some people opting for no pubic hair whatsoever. These procedures are our fastest growing because many men and women love the idea of not having to worry about bikini bumps and ingrown hairs.

Generally laser hair removal of the bikini area takes less than 30 minutes, depending on what exactly will be done. Variations of the Brazilian laser hair removal treatment laser hair removal treatment are

1) outside of the swimsuit
2) outside the suit plus the peri-anal area
3) Everything but a small strip of hair
3) Finally, both men and women sometimes request complete removal of hair

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Laser Hair Removal for Men

Call it deforestation, manscaping or de-fuzzing. Whatever you call it, hair removal for men is gaining popularity in Winnipeg and all parts of the country.

At Dr. Earl Minuk's SkinClinic & Laser Centre, we see a significant number of men looking for laser hair removal. Professional athletes, bodybuilders, swimmers, cyclists, triathletes and many others require a hair free physique. Other men simply like the idea of feeling more confident free of unwanted hair that makes them feel uncomfortable. According to an article in USA Today, men are not only waxing their backs, but also their bikini lines.

According to Newsweek magazine, many men are getting the equivalent of the Brazilian bikini wax. Many of our male clients have been removing unwanted hair for many years with methods other than laser hair removal. It is not uncommon for men to tweeze, wax or shave their eyebrows, ears, nose, hands, abdomen; you name it, before discovering laser hair removal. Many athletes and bodybuilders tell us that one of the most time consuming and frustrating parts maintaining their physique for training is not the training, it's removing unwanted hair.

Many men report that the lasers we use provide a treatment much more comfortable than waxing.

In some cases, men are looking for a reduction in the amount of hair and don't necessarily want to be totally bare. Some men who feel self conscious about the hair on their back, chest, legs, hands or abdomen are very pleased to see the reduction that two or three treatments might offer.

Your privacy is very important to us. We are very discreet about all services provided. Whether or not you elect to have laser hair removal at our SkinClinic, do your homework about laser hair removal. Not all lasers or all medical offices providing laser hair removal are created equal. Also, know that countless men have experienced laser hair removal and others are using another modality for hair removal which is not laser. Find a medical office with experience in laser hair removal in a professional environment with an on-site Dermatologist.

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