Laser hair removal offers an effective long-term solution to unwanted body hair. Unlike shaving and waxing, which only removes the tip of each individual hair follicle, laser light destroys its root so that no new hairs grow back into place.
Laser treatments must be completed in series to effectively eradicate unwanted hair. Each laser session feels like snapping the sapphire-tipped laser wand onto your skin, yet is relatively painless due to Advanced Contact Cooling technology.
Cost
Laser hair removal is one of the most effective long-term solutions for unwanted body hair. Although effective, multiple sessions will likely be needed before its full potential can be realized. After consulting to see if you qualify, you will receive topical numbing cream prior to starting laser treatment sessions; prices for each session may differ depending on the area treated (for instance back and legs might cost more per session than face).
Laser light therapy involves heating up and damaging pigment in your hair follicle, effectively heating it up enough to kill off and prevent new hair growth from that particular follicle. Since multiple sessions may be necessary – experts advise visiting at least four to six sessions each year for optimal results – multiple visits may also be recommended for best results.
At least some discomfort should be expected during your laser hair removal treatment, although this should be minimal. Most patients describe the sensation as either snapping of skin or sunburn; both sensations should quickly pass and resolve themselves within hours.
Once treated, your skin will feel silky-smooth, and you won’t have to spend as much time shaving or waxing; furthermore, there will be less itching and irritation associated with other methods of hair removal.
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Results
One of the best features of laser hair removal is its permanent results, but you should keep in mind that it’s not an overnight solution. In order to achieve hair-free results you want, a series of treatments may be required – your provider will discuss this during your initial consultation session, answering any queries that arise and scheduling regular follow up visits every four to six weeks so they can ensure optimal outcomes and prevent unwanted side effects such as skin discoloration or folliculitis.
Time
Laser light destroys hair follicles from within, meaning no further regrowth and no need for depilation or shaving are necessary to achieve results. In order to achieve desired results, however, multiple sessions will likely be required in order to reach desired goals.
Laser treatments employ laser light that penetrates your skin to heat up melanin in hair follicles, targeting those darker in color which draw heat energy in order to destroy and stop future hair growth. Sessions for individual areas typically last 20-30 minutes while for larger regions our medical esthetician can apply topical numbing cream in order to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
After your laser session, it is normal for redness or swelling at the treatment site to appear; this should resolve within hours. Furthermore, it’s wise to limit sun exposure before and after treatments; therefore it is recommended to wear sunscreen with at least an SPF 50 rating.
Once you’ve completed a series of laser hair removal treatments, you will experience permanently silky skin – saving both time and energy on grooming tasks such as shaving, plucking or waxing that often don’t yield positive results.
Those looking for relief from hair on their legs, shoulders, arms or underarms should consider laser hair removal as an option. The procedure is generally quick and painless, significantly decreasing maintenance. Most people need at least six sessions before seeing desired results, though every person varies and your individual case will likely require different numbers of treatments than anticipated. We will discuss potential risks or complications involved with laser hair removal during your consultation visit so you can make an informed decision if this option is the right choice for you.
Side Effects
As with any beauty treatment, laser hair removal may come with some risks. As is true with other forms of beauty treatments, sun exposure should be limited prior to and following laser sessions and use of broad spectrum SPF sunscreen is advised for optimal results. In addition, laser treatment should not be attempted if you have dark skin since laser light cannot see through its pigment to see the hair follicles clearly against this color barrier.
Laser hair removal is a safe, noninvasive solution that can replace shaving or waxing for body hair removal. Furthermore, it doesn’t cause the painful nicks, cuts and ingrown hairs associated with other methods. Some patients may experience mild redness and itching following their treatments but these side effects should only last briefly.
As choosing an experienced provider for laser hair removal is essential to safe results, using an inappropriate type of laser could result in burns or other side effects. Make sure your provider uses one with the appropriate wavelength (for people with darker skin complexion, 1064 wavelength is best).
Laser treatments will lead to significant decreases in unwanted hair growth, but results won’t last permanently. Your hair grows in cycles and laser treatment only targets follicles in their anagen (active growth) phase – any hairs in their resting (telogen) stage will eventually come back but with finer and lighter color than before.
Some of your unwanted hair may shed off immediately, while the majority will shed over time – appearing as though there has been continued hair growth at first. But this is completely normal and necessary in order to reach desired results.
Laser hair removal offers many advantages for those who are tired of shaving, waxing or using depilatory creams to remove unwanted body hair. Laser is more cost-effective and permanent solution than shaving/waxing/depilatory cream methods – you could save years’ worth of shaving fees as well as itchy ingrown hairs altogether!
