Laser beams target the dark pigment of hair and heat it until its destruction – providing a permanent solution to unwanted hair growth that frees you from time-consuming grooming tasks such as plucking, waxing or shaving.
Laser treatments work best on those with light skin and dark hair, as the contrast allows the pigment of their locks to absorb the heat generated from laser treatment and heat it up quickly. Treatment typically lasts only a few minutes.
No more shaving or waxing
Reach your ideal skin with permanent hair reduction treatments. No longer will you have to worry about an unsightly 5 o’clock shadow or unibrow; plus you can reduce time spent shaving, plucking, and waxing!
Laser hair removal sessions typically last only minutes to complete and may need multiple visits depending on your skin and hair type. A qualified dermatologist will discuss your specific needs as well as the number of sessions needed before scheduling an appointment for you.
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment, or melanin, present in unwanted facial hair. Melanin absorbs light energy which damages its follicle and stops producing hair growth; long-term effects will eventually come about; maintenance visits may be necessary in order to keep up with desired outcomes.
Before your treatment begins, you will be instructed to remove your makeup and apply a numbing gel directly onto the area being treated. Protective goggles will also be provided. In order to get optimal results from laser hair removal treatments it’s important to avoid sun exposure in the days leading up to your appointment as laser treatments don’t work well on tanned skin. Also if you have recently had chemical peels or facials it would be wise to reschedule as these procedures can irritate skin more.
Many people experience discomfort during laser hair removal appointments, yet most find the experience manageable. Husain explains that pain feels similar to having rubber bands snap against their skin but most find it less painful than electrolysis. He advises staying focused on the process and remembering you won’t have to deal with unwanted hair forever.
Laser hair removal treatments may last up to 10 years, though you will likely require maintenance appointments every year or two for optimal results. Some individuals may even be able to skip them altogether after multiple treatments – it depends on each individual and what recommendations your dermatologist gives.
No more ingrown hairs
Nothing is more annoying than unsightly facial hair, and laser hair removal offers a permanent solution. Instead of shaving and waxing which only remove the surface layer of the hairs, laser treatments target dark pigment at its source and permanently disable it – unlike shaving or waxing which only remove surface level hairs.
Laser treatments use highly focused beams of light that penetrate deeply into your scalp to absorb melanin-containing hair follicles and convert their energy to heat, disabling multiple hair follicles simultaneously without harming any surrounding skin or creating discomfort for you. You may feel some temporary discomfort similar to snapping rubber bands against your face or experiencing sunburn but this should subside quickly and is generally manageable.
Laser hair removal can take as little as 20 minutes per area to treat, which is much faster than manual removal methods and will save even more time in the long run. You will require multiple sessions in order to see effective results; each appointment typically lasts only minutes so they won’t interfere with work or sports schedules and can easily fit into a busy lifestyle schedule.
Laser hair removal can be performed on any part of the body, including chest, arms, legs and back. Women often seek laser hair removal treatments on their faces and necks because that’s where unwanted hair tends to accumulate most rapidly. Men also seek laser hair removal in order to shape their beards or reduce razor burn and ingrown hairs more easily.
If you are considering laser hair removal, it is crucial that treatment be obtained from a board-certified dermatologist with the knowledge, training, and experience needed to provide safe and effective cosmetic care. Spring Street Dermatology in NYC provides facial and body hair removal treatments to women, men, and teens; our team will collaborate with you to customize an ideal treatment plan to your particular composition and complexion of skin.
No more razor burn
If you’re trying to rid yourself of unibrow or chin fuzz that doesn’t respond to shaving or waxing, laser treatment could be your answer. Lasers offer an easy, safe, permanent way to significantly decrease unwanted hair growth on the face, neck or chin without spending time or money on temporary solutions such as shaving, plucking threading or creams – saving both time and money along the way!
At each laser hair removal session, your skin is thoroughly cleansed and the treatment area covered with numbing gel before the light-based machine emits pulses of energy to each individual hair follicle. As these pulses of light transform into heat that disables the follicle and causes it to vaporize; eventually your hair will stop growing back altogether and eventually stop growing altogether after several treatments!
This process is much quicker than traditional waxing or shaving and can be performed on any area of the face or body. Unfortunately, multiple sessions may be needed in order to achieve optimal results – for some even over six sessions may be necessary!
Laser hair removal is generally an entirely pain-free procedure. Some patients may experience minimal discomfort akin to rubber bands snapping against their skin, though such instances are very uncommon.
Since laser beams used for facial hair removal target pigment, not everyone is suitable as a candidate for treatment. People with dark hair and light skin are usually ideal candidates; however, recent technological advancements now enable treatment of patients with blonde or red locks as well.
Laser hair removal performed by a board-certified dermatologist can permanently reduce unwanted facial or body hair. If you’re tired of shaving, plucking, and waxing to keep up with unwanted facial or body hair growth, consider scheduling an appointment with Spring Street Dermatology in NYC to undergo laser hair removal treatment – we offer face laser hair removal appointments daily! Contact us now and book your consultation!
No more pain
Contrary to other methods, laser treatment doesn’t cause permanent damage to the surface of your skin when targeting hair pigment. Instead, lasers target its pigment directly and destroy it upon contact; thus causing much less discomfort than methods like shaving and waxing and helping avoid 5 o’clock shadow and stubble that come from these other treatments.
Befor you undergo facial laser hair removal treatment, it’s essential that you abide by certain guidelines. Avoid direct sun exposure as well as products which darken skin (sunless tanning products or otherwise). Also avoid any treatments such as peels or electrolysis which could disturb the outer layers of skin, like peels and electrolysis; and always come to your appointment with clean, makeup-free skin.
Make sure to select an esthetician with experience performing laser hair removal, since any mishandling could leave permanent scarring or burns behind. Also avoid salons or spas that hire nonmedical personnel to conduct this treatment – be wary of anyone offering non-medical personnel laser hair removal treatments without an accredited medical degree and state license certifications for laser hair removal services.
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective method for permanently eliminating unwanted facial and body hair. It works especially well on people with light skin complexion and dark hair as the contrast makes it easier for lasers to target and damage follicles more effectively. Although dark complexioned individuals can still use this treatment option, more treatments may be required before seeing desired results.
Laser hair removal could be your answer – whether it be eliminating that 5-o’clock shadow, or simply getting rid of peach fuzz from between your brows, laser treatment is quick and pain-free – each session typically taking only minutes during lunch break time! Once your treatment has completed, return back to work feeling more attractive with smoother and less noticeable skin!
