Frequently Asked Questions

The TRIA System is the first safe, effective, FDA-cleared laser hair removal system available for at-home use.

The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System uses the same technology and power levels as professional diode lasers used by physicians, which have been shown in clinical research to deliver permanent hair reduction.
TRIA Beauty’s team of scientists invented professional diode laser technology back in 1993. Today, this same technology is still recognized as the gold standard by physicians. With the development of the TRIA System, these scientists not only perfected the technology, they modified it so it is safe for home use. Now you can enjoy the benefits of real professional-quality laser hair removal in the privacy, comfort, and convenience of your own home.

No. The diode laser technology that the TRIA laser uses was developed by TRIA Beauty's co-founders in 1993. The diode laser is now recognized as the gold standard in technology for light-based therapeutic beauty devices and is currently used by physicians who perform in-office laser hair removal treatments.

Laser hair removal is based on the principles of selective photothermolysis. This is a process by which diode laser energy targets the dark pigment in the hair follicle, where the light energy is absorbed and transformed into thermal energy (heat). This energy heats the hair follicle to such a degree that it disables the hair follicle (the source of life for each hair on the body) and causes the hair to gradually fall out. The TRIA laser features a patented form of this technology called Diffuse Radiance Technology™ that takes coherent light and scatters it. This unique technology is what makes the TRIA device a safe Class I laser rather than a dangerous Class IV laser.

You have our word. When used as directed, the TRIA Laser Hair Removal System provides clinically proven, easy, safe, effective, laser hair removal results in the privacy, comfort, and convenience of your own home. TRIA's clinical results show that with less than one-quarter of the recommended treatment cycle completed, patients achieved and maintained a 33% reduction in hair growth for 12 months (1 year) after the last treatment.

Results are not immediate because hair grows in cycles.
During any one treatment cycle, some hair follicles will be dormant and cannot be seen (a kind of sleep state) and some will grow and be visible (the growth cycle), so every hair cannot be treated at the same time. To benefit from laser treatment, the hair must be in the growth cycle during treatment (not in the dormant stage). In addition, once the hair follicle is treated and disabled, it continues to work to eject the hair that was under the surface of the skin. This process takes up to 2 weeks to complete, during which time it will appear as if the hair is still growing when it is actually the treated hair being "pushed out" of the follicle.

For optimal results, we recommend a complete treatment course of at least 6-8 treatments over a 6-8 month period. This timing is based on the average amount of time it takes the majority of the hair follicles to move through an entire growth cycle and be treated. Be patient - the results are worth the wait.

Maintaining a silky, smooth result requires occasional spot treatment of stray hairs that either were not treated during the initial 6-8 treatments or were dormant during this time.

The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System was designed with your safety in mind. When used as directed, the TRIA System is clinically proven to be safe and effective.

The TRIA System is designed for use on individuals with light to medium skin tones and dark hair. Safe skin tones include white, ivory, tan, beige, and light brown only. Safe hair colors (natural, not dyed) include black, dark brown, and medium brown.
*If your skin is medium brown, dark brown, or black, or your hair color is light brown; light, medium, or dark blond; red or gray, at this time the TRIA System is not right for you. Lastly, regardless of skin tone, DO NOT use the TRIA system if you are African-American, East Indian, Native American, or Pacific Islander as skin damage may occur.

The TRIA laser is designed to react with the dark pigment of the hair. As a result, dark brown and black skin may absorb too much of the laser's energy (heat), which can cause skin damage.

Not at this time. Because TRIA's laser is activated by darker shades of melanin (color) levels in the hair, lighter hair colors such as light brown; light, medium, or dark blond; red or gray will not absorb enough of the laser's energy to disable the hair follicle.

The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System can be used on the legs, underarms, bikini line, back, chest, abdomen, arms, hands, feet or on a woman’s jaw or upper lip.

No. The TRIA System has not been tested on pregnant women, therefore we do not recommend using the TRIA System if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Hormonal changes could increase sensitivity and the risk of injury to the skin.

While some experience discomfort, ranging from a warm, prickling sensation to the feeling of a rubber band lightly snapping against the skin, others experience no discomfort at all.
The amount of discomfort can depend on the density of the hair that’s being treated, so be sure to begin your treatment with a super-close shave.
If you experience discomfort when using the TRIA System, keep going! The good news is that the discomfort will decrease as quickly as the hair in the treated area decreases.
The TRIA System has three energy levels: 1 (low), 2 (medium), 3 (high). Simply select the level that is most comfortable for you and increase the level as your tolerance increases and the hair decreases.

The most common side effect reported is temporary redness after treatment.

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, laser hair removal is the leading nonsurgical cosmetic procedure for women 34 and under, and the third most popular nonsurgical procedure for women 35 and over.

Based on national averages, a woman can expect to spend between £2000 to £7000 to remove unwanted hair from underarms, bikini line, and legs over a 10-year period by using various methods. The average physician's fee for a series of 3 to 8 laser treatments can range between £750 and £2000 for each body area. The suggested retail price for the TRIA Laser Hair Removal System is £675.

The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System is a medical-grade, Class I laser. It takes five days to hand build and test a single TRIA device for quality and safety prior to placing it in your hands.
When it comes to value, based on national averages, the cost of professional hair removal on the legs, underarms, and bikini line only is upwards of £7000–£8500 for a full course of treatments. The TRIA System delivers the same, lasting results as the professionals at home, at a cost of just £675 for the entire body.
Same great technology. Same great results.

The TRIA System’s professional-powered laser disables the hair follicle and prevents it from growing back. Clinical testing follow-up showed that participants remained hair-free for over one year after treatment with the TRIA System.
The majority of other at-home hair removal devices work with low-energy pulsed light technology (not laser), which removes hair in the short term, however, during treatment with these devices, the hair is not efficiently disabled and therefore, will grow back.

Absolutely. The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System can be used in conjunction with professional treatments to maintain in-office results.

The TRIA Laser Hair Removal System is powered with a rechargeable battery pack that's built right into the device. Simply charge, use, and recharge.

For help with your TRIA System or questions prior to purchasing the TRIA System:

Call TRIA: 08455552121
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm

Write TRIA:
Cosmeceuticals Limited
The Pavilion
Josselin Road
Basildon
Essex
SS13 1QB

Visit TRIA:
www.TRIABeauty.co.uk

For PR Information and Interviews:
Lynne Thomas
Flipside PR
020 7631 5180
info@flipsidepr.co.uk