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No.4 American Laser Centers In Chicago
Specialties
: Laser Hair Removal
Insider Tips :
The Extras, The center sells the Ameriline brand
of post-treatment products to hydrate, soothe and condition the skin.
Editor's Review
for American Laser Centers Chicago
Specializes in laser hair removal, skin
rejuvenation, FotoFacial and microdermabrasion.
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User Reviews for
American Laser Centers In Chicago :
Posted by Lauren W : I actually had a really bad experience with ALC in
Lincoln Park. I got sucked in after being told that
I had "won" $300 towards a treatment through a
DailyCandy promotion (apparently everyone who enters
wins). After coming in to the office for a
consultation, I paid for a package of Amerismooth
treatments for around $1800. I was told that they
were completely painless and more effective than
endermologie at temporarily reducing the appearance
of cellulite. What could be better?
Well, my first treatment was easily the MOST PAINFUL thing I've ever experienced in my life (and I'm no stranger to pain inflicted for beauty's sake --laser skin treatments, bikini waxes, etc.). The treatment went on for almost an hour and, at some points, I needed the technician to stop because I couldn't take it anymore. No one at ALC ever told me that it was possible for Amerismooth treatments to be even slightly painful, let alone excruciatingly painful. When I asked if I could be refunded for the remaining treatments, I was told they "don't issue refunds" and I'd have to get some other treatment instead, such as additional laser hair removal (I've already paid to get my underarms done and have zero interest in doing additional areas). I've been told that I have to try another session to see if the pain subsides and that, if I want a refund, they'd need to "bring corporate into it."
I would NEVER have spent so much money if I'd been told up front that the treatments would be so painful. I think an ethical company would warn patients about the possibility of experiencing extreme pain during a procedure and would issue a refund for services not yet incurred, especially after incorrectly promoting their product. I feel like ALC has little concern for their patients' wellbeing and are just trying to get as much money off of you as possible. PLEASE BEWARE!!
(If you're on the fence about whether or not to use them, look at the reviews they've gotten on Yelp in San Francisco and on CitySearch all over the U.S. Really wish I'd had seen those reviews before purchasing a package with ALC. Yikes!)
UPDATE: Well, I was never able to get my package refunded. The employees at ALC reassured me though that the treatment gets less painful over time so I ended up trying the treatment again (since I had nothing left to lose). Although it is still very painful, I took a bunch of Advil and it was doable. I really wished I'd been warned up front about the pain though and feel that the product was really misrepresented to me during the sales consultation and in their literature. I have since had two really nice technicians who expressed regret that the original salesperson promised that the procedure would be "completely painless". Apologies go a surprisingly long way! I plan on going through with the rest of my treatments since I originally really wanted them...just couldn't fathom putting myself through something so painful. If you are going to use ALC, just be careful to research on your own what consumers really think about the treatments. They are really trying to sell you...they aren't doctors, they're sales people. Just be careful.
Pros :
Location, "pain free" hair
removal, nice and informed staff.
Message
from American Laser Centers In Chicago
Feel Beautiful. All Over.
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FDA-Approved Treatments
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FotoFacial & Microdermabrasion
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2-Year Hair Removal Guarantee
Say goodbye to shaving. Learn about our affordable,
physician-certified, painless hair removal system;
just come in today for a free, no-obligation private
consultation. We also offer laser skin rejuvenation
and cellulite reduction therapy. You'll like our
interest-free payment plan and you'll love the way
you look--and feel.
Address: 2828 North Clark Street, Suite 401Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: 1-877-252-8922
Website: www.americanlaser.com
Cross Street: Diversey Parkway
Directions: Bus: 76 to Clark/Broadway
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat 10am-6pm
Emelita C. Co, MD In Chicago
Lincoln Park Med Spa of Chicago
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