How the 1064 Yag works
The Upper Lip service at Lotus uses the 1064 Yag delivered with the Cutera Xeo system. Energy is applied in brief pulses to hair-bearing follicles on the upper lip; the device and settings are chosen to address hair while respecting surrounding skin. The method described here is the specific technology used for this service rather than a general statement about other lasers.
Because the equipment and pulses are focal and brief, individual treatment sessions are short and target discrete hairs rather than large areas. We recommend a series approach — the service notes an 8 session recommendation to achieve typical reduction levels reported in our records, which helps explain why multiple visits are planned.
Session length and schedule
Each Upper Lip appointment is concise: duration is 15 minutes. That time covers a short check-in, any brief pre-treatment assessment, and the laser passes on the upper lip. The per-session price is $65, allowing many clients to fit treatments into commutes or between errands on Merrick Road or near the Massapequa LIRR.
A series of sessions is used because hair grows in cycles; the business recommends 8 sessions for the service to reach the 75 to 80% hair reduction range cited in the service description. Scheduling is important — evenings and weekends are in higher demand locally, so plan ahead if you need after-school or commuter-friendly times.
Local factors affecting results
Clients from Massapequa and nearby neighborhoods bring different routines and sun exposure patterns that affect scheduling and comfort. Coastal Long Island’s warmer months and outdoor activities can increase the desire for pre-beach or post-park treatments, while commuters often prefer quick appointments before or after the train to Manhattan.
Individual results are shaped by hair density, growth cycles and adherence to the recommended session plan. The 8-session recommendation and the quoted 75 to 80% reduction reflect typical outcomes observed with this specific Cutera Xeo 1064 Yag protocol, but outcomes vary and are discussed during a consultation.
