Heat from the laser destroys hair follicles so they no longer produce new growth, although not completely, since everyone has unique growth cycles with both periods of shedding and growing hair.
Once they complete their recommended number of treatments, most people remain hair free for months or years; however, some individuals do experience ingrown hairs.
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Laser hair removal is an efficient, safe way to get rid of unwanted hair. It works by shining concentrated light onto hair follicle pigments to destroy them and stop hair growth, quickly, efficiently, and with no pain associated with treatment – although some individuals may experience slight discomfort during or post treatment; minor side effects may occur but can usually be managed if following your practitioner’s instructions before and after each session.
Laser treatments may cause redness, swelling or a rash on occasion; their skin may also become more sensitive to sunlight afterward; therefore it’s wise to avoid sun exposure and apply high SPF sunscreen after laser sessions. If any severe allergic reactions develop following laser sessions, talk with your practitioner immediately; they can recommend treatments or medications which won’t lead to such reactions.
Laser hair removal does not directly address acne-causing oil production or clogged pores due to laser targeting only pigment in hair follicles; however, laser therapy is an ideal treatment option for people suffering from folliculitis (an inflammatory condition causing red bumps, boils and blisters around hair follicles) since laser treatments reduce outbreak frequency while eliminating medication or cream use and helping prevent future flare-ups of this condition.
Before laser treatment begins, a practitioner will clean and anesthetize the area to make it as comfortable as possible. They then press a handheld device against your skin to trigger the laser and it may feel similar to an elastic band snapping against it – usually taking between 15 minutes and an hour for treatment to be complete. Afterward, your skin may turn red with raised bumps for several hours to days following laser treatments; to keep cool it’s essential that ice packs or cold compresses are regularly applied or used against it to reduce heating effects on affected skin areas.
Laser hair removal treatments vary in terms of frequency and duration depending on an individual, with most needing at least six to eight sessions spaced out over two to three months. After receiving all treatments, most unwanted hair should have been permanently eliminated while some finer and lighter-colored regrowth might occur but with far reduced density than before treatment began.
Laser hair removal can be costly, and is usually not covered by insurance policies. Luckily, many providers offer package deals or payment plans with flexible payments plans and you may also find specialists offering discounts or coupons that could save money by shopping around and finding deals or coupons available.
Laser hair removal can save both time and money by eliminating the need for waxing or shaving, saving on razor blades and shaving cream costs as well as sparing you the hassle of dealing with ingrown hairs or razor burn. If you are considering this route to hair removal, contact us to set up an initial consultation – our trained aestheticians and laser specialists would be more than happy to answer any queries that arise during that process.
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Laser hair removal is a safe, proven technique for getting rid of unwanted hair. The procedure uses a handheld instrument equipped with a laser beam to target specific areas on your skin, using cooling gel or device at its tip to provide additional skin protection and to minimize discomfort during treatment. As laser heat destroys pigment from hair follicles to stop further production, red and swollen spots may appear for some time post treatment; this is normal and will go away as healing begins in that area. You should avoid direct sunlight on this area while protecting it with sunscreen or using cool compress to help reduce swelling and pain relief in that area as soon as possible after receiving treatment.
Laser hair removal requires multiple sessions for optimal results. Your skin color, hair thickness and location all impact its efficacy – your doctor may suggest multiple treatments tailored specifically to you and your situation.
Some individuals experience breakouts after laser hair removal sessions. This typically happens within days or weeks following treatment and tends to clear up as your skin adjusts and hair growth slows. You should refrain from waxing or shaving the treated areas until their skin has fully recovered following your laser sessions.
Laser hair removal should not be performed if you suffer from any skin condition such as psoriasis or rosacea, are pregnant or breastfeeding, diabetic or have any medical conditions that affect blood circulation to their skin or scalp; or are taking birth control pills or testosterone-boosting drugs as these could inhibit laser’s efficacy for you.
If you’re considering laser hair removal, it is crucial that you find a qualified technician. Ideally, the best technicians should have extensive experience as licensed estheticians or certified laser specialists and know how to safely perform the procedure on all skin complexions – dark skin included! It is also wise to inquire as to the wavelength used – longer wavelengths work better on darker skin while shorter ones suit light ones best; best lasers combine multiple wavelengths so as to target multiple layers without harming surrounding tissues.
