LASER HAIR REMOVAL services and training

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• Technical and hands-on training

• Expert and personalized guidance

  If you’re seeking a career in laser hair removal in New York, consider the affordable, one‑day training program offered by Donna Trimboli, founder of Smooth Endings in Gowanas, Brooklyn. Donna credits her foundational knowledge of laser theory to training she received in Colorado, but she attributes her practical, hands‑on experience and early success to her instructor Lorenzo Kunze, who invited her to remain and work in his Colorado clinic after she earned top grades and demonstrated excellent bedside manner and professionalism.

  This focused one‑day class covers the technical aspects of laser hair removal and teaches you how to calibrate and operate the Candela GentleLase™ Plus laser. The hands‑on portion is the most important element of the program and is designed to extend beyond the classroom, with ongoing practical guidance after the training program concludes. With 25 years of private practice in New York, Donna brings extensive client relationship experience, high client satisfaction, deep technical expertise, a solid professional reputation, and a genuine passion for lasers and for helping her students and clients succeed. She takes pride in her practical training methods and the measurable results her students achieve.

New York is one of the relatively few states that doesn’t require a formal educational program or certification to operate medical-grade lasers for hair removal, yet many schools and training providers still offer optional training and certification pathways. Most training programs rely heavily on textbook study that covers laser theory and applications, skin analysis, client selection, pre- and post-treatment instructions, and contraindications in a classroom setting or over Zoom — typically followed by a written completion exam. While theory is an essential component of laser education, real-world “what went wrong” scenarios and how to avoid them, along with practical pearls of wisdom and thorough hands-on training, are often the most valuable and influential parts of a technician’s preparation for long-term success for both the client and the laser technician.

Learning the technical terminology is straightforward, while accurately evaluating clients, implementing rigorous safety and health protocols, and selecting effective, safe laser settings are skills that develop only through hands‑on experience. Many clients will see you for their very first laser treatment, so it’s essential that you can explain the procedure in clear, reassuring language, present a realistic treatment plan that fits their schedule and budget, and answer all of their questions thoroughly and patiently. Above all, you must feel confident, competent, and capable of delivering consistently safe, effective treatments. Because many clients are partially or fully undressed during their appointment, it cannot be overstated how important it is to treat each person with dignity and respect — to help them feel at ease and to address any insecurities with sensitivity. You will also learn how to keep clients appropriately covered throughout the procedure, how to minimize and prevent unwanted side effects, and how to safely reduce or eliminate any discomfort your client may experience.

Laser hair removal is commonly advertised as a cosmetic service, and while the outcome is cosmetic, it is in fact a medical procedure — when done properly it is performed with a medical‑grade laser by a trained professional. Like most medical procedures, laser hair removal requires hands‑on skills, so you must learn how to touch your clients appropriately during treatment and understand why the correct touch and approach help to calm their nerves. When clients feel relaxed their breathing slows and deepens and their nerve endings settle; with a quieter central nervous system and steady breathing, any treatment discomfort is naturally reduced. As clients grow more comfortable, trust between client and technician strengthens, treatments proceed more smoothly, and your work becomes both safer and easier.

Licensed cosmetologists have experience with touching the head, hands, and feet, while estheticians — depending on their specific area of expertise — may find it easier to touch clients than those without similar training. Irrespective of your background or prior experience, learning how to listen to clients, communicate clearly, and touch them respectfully is a vital component of helping them feel comfortable before, during, and after a procedure.

Studying at Smooth Endings will provide you with a personalized, one-on-one learning experience with Donna — a seasoned expert in the field. You will have the opportunity to read and review the material together, spend extra time on any area of weakness, ask questions, and freely express any concerns about your ability to confidently diagnose and treat clients without supervision. Students will learn how to greet clients, thoroughly review their intake forms, properly discuss the treatment protocol, respectfully prepare the client, and diligently perform different treatments under guidance using the Candela GentleLase™ Plus laser. Students who wish to continue on as an apprentice to further strengthen their confidence, may apply to do so.

Reading won’t make you a pro - hands-on practice will

Exams won’t make you a pro - hands-on practice will

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

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“Knowledge quenches my thirst - Lasers are my passion - Happy clients fill my heart

I look forward to passing on my experience, skills and knowledge to you!” Donna