Laser hair removal permanently disables hair follicles and stops new hair growth, but some regrowth does occur – typically lighter and less noticeable than what was originally present.
After several treatment sessions, your hair will stop growing completely – leaving smooth skin free of shaving, waxing or plucking!
Amount of hair
After three laser treatments, hair growth should significantly slow. Even after all sessions have concluded, some hair may grow back. This occurs because heat from the laser destroys only part of each follicle – leaving some finer and lighter in color than before to regrow over time.
Your doctor will help you determine how many laser hair removal sessions will be necessary to achieve the results that you’re after, taking into account factors like skin type, color of hair and amount of unwanted fuzz present. He/she may also consider your current lifestyle or any other elements which might influence treatment outcomes.
Prior to your first laser session, it is advisable to refrain from shaving, waxing or plucking any hair in the targeted area as this could reduce effectiveness of laser treatment. Also avoid tanning and sunbathing as these could impede its effect. Finally, wear loose clothing and apply lotion or moisturizer only in those areas to be treated.
Most people begin seeing hair fall out three to five days post laser hair removal treatment, since only those hairs in their “Active” phase of growth cycle are targeted by laser. Hairs in their “Catagen” or “Telogen” stages remain unaffected by laser.
Laser hair removal will need to be repeated several times in order to address all your unwanted hair. Acceleration will occur more quickly if you refrain from shaving, waxing or tweezing between sessions, although after treatments regrowth will happen much more rapidly and will likely be finer and lighter in color than prior.
Once your hair has been effectively eliminated, regular touch up treatments every six to twelve months should help to maintain the results. While laser hair removal is not permanent solution, it has proven successful long-term for most patients.
Skin type
Laser hair removal works best on darker skin with darker hair because the contrast helps direct heat generated by laser to target specific hair follicles, thus deactivating them and ceasing production of new hair follicles. However, this technique may still prove effective on certain skin tones with lighter hair or certain types of hair.
At each treatment session, your physician will press a handheld laser instrument against your skin and cover its tip with either cooling devices or gel to reduce discomfort and protect you. After activating and directing it towards you, they may activate it again and you may hear a popping sound as follicles are destroyed and you might experience sensations similar to pinpricking – though these sensations might subside over time.
Your practitioner will recommend at least four weekly treatments for optimal results and to target hair follicles when they are in their growth phase, thereby eliminating most unwanted hair growth.
Once your full series of laser treatments have been completed, you should enjoy virtually hair-free skin in the areas desired. Some individuals may notice some light colored and texture hair growth that occurs over time; should this occur for you, maintenance treatments may be recommended to maintain results.
As part of your laser hair removal treatments, it’s best to refrain from direct sun exposure, spray tans, waxing or plucking in areas being treated. Such activities can interrupt the natural cycle of hair growth, potentially altering results of treatments and diminishing their effects.
Your hair grows in cycles, with only 20% in an active growth phase at any given time. Laser hair removal treatments target only these active growing stages to achieve optimal results; multiple sessions may be necessary to do so successfully.
Men and women generally require six to eight sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart in order to achieve smooth, hair-free skin in areas they care most about. Are you ready for virtually hair-free areas that matter to you? Contact LH Spa & Rejuvenation immediately so we can arrange your consultation session!
Hormones
Laser hair removal works by targeting dark pigmented hair and destroying it at its source, while simultaneously stimulating active follicles to produce new hairs, so results typically take multiple sessions over a period of time to become visible. While some individuals require several laser hair removal treatments in order to improve the appearance of their skin, other only need a handful of sessions for lasting change.
Your hair’s natural growth cycle and hormonal changes play a part in how many treatments will be necessary; hormonal shifts associated with puberty, pregnancy, or menopause can trigger dormant hair follicles to start growing again and produce coarse, darker hairs where none existed previously. Hormonal fluctuations may also prompt certain hair follicles to start producing new hair faster than usual which could reduce laser treatment’s effectiveness.
If you are experiencing these changes, it is wise to wait until they subside before seeking laser treatment. Tanning may reduce its efficacy; in such instances, use broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen in order to protect yourself.
For optimal results, typically six to eight laser hair removal sessions will be required in a series. After finishing this series, occasional touch-up treatments may be necessary in order to keep skin hair-free and smooth.
Laser hair removal is an efficient, noninvasive solution to unwanted body hair that’s safe, quick, and painless. It can take the place of shaving, waxing, and plucking altogether in many instances, even helping achieve permanent hair-free looks in some instances. To learn more about laser hair removal for face and body use contact the team at LH Spa & Rejuvenation today to schedule your initial consultation – we offer this popular cosmetic service in Fort Worth TX!
Treatments
Laser treatments may cause minor discomfort; the number of sessions needed depends on your skin complexion and hair type, as well as your practitioner’s skill. It is crucial that you select a practitioner with experience in laser hair removal to achieve optimal results; many medical spas offer this procedure, however for safe and efficient care it is best to visit a board-certified dermatologist who offers this procedure.
People seeking laser hair removal usually require multiple sessions for effective results. This is because some follicles remain dormant without pigment, meaning that laser treatment cannot target them directly. Between treatment sessions, more follicles become active growth stage and become available for targeting by the laser.
Once the laser treatment is completed, you should notice that hair in your desired area has stopped growing; when it reemerges it will be finer and lighter in color – making its return much less obvious than before.
After receiving laser hair removal treatment, your skin may appear reddened and sensitive to sunlight for several days or weeks following. To protect it from further sun damage, daily applications of sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher should be applied until any sunburn has cleared up. Some may find applying topical anesthetic cream or an ice pack to the treatment area helps alleviate discomfort associated with laser hair removal.
Attending regular maintenance treatments can also help decrease the amount of hair that regrows back. These sessions should be scheduled once every month or every other week depending on what works best for you, in order to maintain the effects of laser hair removal and prevent unwanted regrowth of hair.
Laser hair removal is a safe, noninvasive solution to unwanted body hair that will enhance your appearance and leave it looking better than before. Ideal for both men and women alike, laser hair removal provides permanent removal without shaving or waxing for unwanted hair on legs, arms, face and bikini line areas of the body. This procedure offers permanent results unlike shaving or waxing which only offer temporary solutions.
