Your doctor will use a handheld laser instrument to apply treatment, while cooling devices or gel may also be applied prior to beginning to protect the surface of the skin from being overexposed to light.
Your doctor will activate a laser and direct its beam of light through your skin and into the hair follicles to damage them, so they won’t produce more hair growth in future. The heat generated from the laser will damage them permanently so they cannot produce hair again.
Inflammation
Laser hair removal often causes inflammation as one of its side effects. While the Nd:YAG laser can effectively destroy hair follicles, improper use or on certain skin types may result in red bumps or pimples after treatment – likely caused by irritation of hair follicles – these symptoms should resolve within several days with time and can be soothed with an anti-itch cream or aloe vera lotion for soothing your skin in the meantime.
Individuals exposed to sunlight may develop folliculitis after laser treatment, particularly if exposed for too long. You can help protect yourself by wearing a hat or scarf and applying an SPF moisturizer before getting laser therapy; additionally, apply antibiotic ointment on any affected areas and use warm compresses as relief measures in cases of folliculitis.
Avoid shaving and waxing treated areas to minimize your chances of folliculitis after laser treatments by shaving gently or using an electric razor with an appropriately sharp blade, such as one from Braun or Panasonic. When waxing, ensure your tools are thoroughly sterilized after every application – and don’t apply multiple applications within several weeks on any one hair follicle!
Folliculitis can be an ongoing condition that is hard to manage or treat with medications alone. If you’re living with persistent folliculitis, consulting a dermatologist might help determine the most suitable course of action to address it.
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective solution to unwanted facial and body hair. If you are tired of dealing with ingrown hairs and folliculitis, contact Milan today for your complimentary laser hair removal consultation. Our services are available for men and women alike in Raleigh, Durham, Brier Creek Clayton Morrisville Wake Forest NC areas as well as nearby locales.
Bacterial Infection
Many people suffer from folliculitis, an itchy infection of hair follicles caused by infections or blockage, that manifests on both their face and body. Symptoms may include itchy pustules that can become red and swollen over time. Although some types of folliculitis are easier to treat than others – for instance a bacterial infection can often be resolved using antibiotics or draining boils called carbuncles; but in severe cases oral medications or procedures may also help manage this condition.
Folliculitis can also be caused by fungus or virus infections. Treatment for such conditions includes antifungal creams or antiviral medicines to clear away bumps on their own; however, such medication will not prevent folliculitis from returning later on.
If your chronic case of folliculitis does not respond to medications, your doctor may suggest laser therapy as a solution. A laser beam will be used to destroy hair follicles – this helps prevent ingrown hairs or any complications from arising later.
Most individuals suffering from folliculitis can benefit from laser hair removal; however, it’s essential that they follow several important rules prior to receiving this type of treatment. These may include:
Avoid Sun Before and after having laser treatment, it is recommended to stay out of direct sunlight for two weeks prior and post. This applies not just for hair removal treatments but all laser procedures as lasers may damage skin in unexpected ways and you want to ensure you minimize their risk as much as possible.
Drs. Malik, DeRosa and Evans agree that it is best not to shave before beginning laser hair removal treatments as shaving will remove a layer of protection that protects each follicle in that area.
Waxing should also be avoided to reduce your chances of folliculitis and ingrown hairs that are difficult and sometimes painful to remove. Tweezers or depilatories that pull out hairs could further inflame this area, so avoid these products whenever possible.
Fungal Infection
Fungal folliculitis can be more challenging to treat than its bacterial counterpart; your doctor may advise a five-day course of ointment and body wash containing chlorhexidine (Hibiclens or Hibistat). This may help control the fungus that inflames hair follicles while decreasing inflammation caused by them.
Laser hair removal works by applying heat from a laser beam directly onto pigment in the hair or skin, which causes its follicles to shut down and destroy hair follicles. Laser treatments tend to work best on darker hair with light skin because contrast allows laser beams to target only hair without harming surrounding tissue – however many can experience successful treatments even with darker locks and lighter complexions.
Before seeing any noticeable results from laser hair removal, multiple sessions may be necessary. Treating certain areas, like the upper lip, requires only minutes; other areas such as legs or back may take several. Before each treatment session begins, be sure to shave the area being treated – any longer-than-grain-of-rice hairs cannot be treated effectively by laser. Furthermore, refrain from waxing, tweezing or plucking of treatment area hair for at least two weeks beforehand in order to optimize results from laser treatment sessions.
Opting for an experienced and qualified laser technician when performing laser hair removal treatments is essential to getting optimal results. Be sure to confirm they’re listed on a register to ensure they meet set standards of training, skill and insurance coverage. Furthermore, avoid tanning prior to treatment as tanning alters pigment levels in your skin, rendering it less responsive to laser technology.
Some individuals experience permanent hair loss after multiple laser hair removal treatments; however, most find their hair regrowth to be finer and lighter in color than before. This is due to hair’s lifecycle of resting, shedding and growing periods; therefore the treatment only works when anagen (growth) phase hairs are present.
Damaged Follicles
Your hair grows out of tiny pouches known as follicles. Each one holds an individual strand of hair as well as oil glands to nourish your skin, and can be found all over your body but most prominent in areas with thicker locks such as your face or chest. When these become damaged, however, they may cause folliculitis; typically marked by red bumps on the skin surrounded by pus that can become quite painful over time.
Folliculitis is typically caused by bacteria; however, fungi could also play a part. This infection can strike anywhere with hair; most commonly on shoulders, arms, back, buttocks and legs but sometimes also appearing on facial curly locks. You can improve its appearance by opting for laser hair removal instead of shaving, waxing and plucking to ensure lasting relief for yourself and your skin.
Laser treatments use a beam of light that travels through your follicle to destroy any bacteria causing irritation, damaging it enough that hair production ceases. You should see results within days following treatment!
However, your follicle remains viable and can regrow new hair follicles if you continue irritating it in the future. If you suffer from chronic folliculitis, however, growing out your hair for three or more months might help the follicle heal more efficiently.
Laser hair removal can do much more than reduce ingrown hairs; it can also improve the overall appearance of your skin. If you want silky-smooth skin, reach out to us now – our various laser technologies – long pulsed and yag – are safe for all skin tones, with tailored treatment plans tailored specifically to you and your individual needs. Book a free consultation session now to discover more ways laser hair removal can enhance your appearance!
