Laser hair therapy can be an effective solution for both men and women experiencing thinning hair or pattern baldness. By stimulating dormant follicles, laser therapy may help them grow thicker, healthier hair growth.
Select a practitioner with proper qualifications when searching for laser hair therapy services. Look for someone registered with a health care professional association so you know they have adequate training, skills and insurance policies in place.
It’s not permanent
Laser treatment cannot completely destroy all hair follicles; some will return after laser therapy; however, their growth tends to be finer and lighter than its original version; it also grows slower. As individual results vary based on factors like skin type, the number of sessions taken and medications such as Rogaine or Spironolactone being taken at once or not according to New York dermatologist Robin Blum, their longevity may depend on these variables and more.
Laser treatments work by targeting dark pigment and destroying hair follicles that produce hair, while not being effective against blonde or gray strands which don’t contain melanin. How many treatments you require will largely depend on your Fitzpatrick skin type which is determined by factors like color, sun sensitivity and how readily tanned you become.
During a laser treatment, you will experience what feels like an electric shock or rubber band snapping against your skin. Numbing cream should help to ease any discomfort. There may be redness and swelling post-treatment; this should subside quickly. You may even notice an odor due to sweat produced from laser therapy treatments.
Before beginning laser treatments, be sure to shave and refrain from other hair removal methods like waxing or plucking; these may cause permanent damage to the surface of your skin as they disturb hair follicles, making laser treatment less effective. Also avoid using sunless tanning creams and spending too much time in direct sunlight as these could hinder treatment results.
You will require at least eight treatment sessions for optimal results. After their last treatment session, most people find that few hairs return and when they do grow back they tend to be finer and lighter in appearance than before. One exception would be areas such as armpits or legs where some follicles cycle through growth cycles while others rest dormantly or dormantly.
It’s not painful
Laser hair removal should not be painful. In fact, the experience is similar to getting your nails done but without the pain! Any discomfort experienced should be minimal and can easily be managed using topical anesthetics or even numbing cream; especially beneficial in sensitive areas like the face and bikini line.
As a rule, it’s best to forgoing numbing cream for laser treatments on the body; however, hands and feet may benefit from using it. You may experience a burning sensation, which can be reduced by applying a cool compress directly after treatment; its intensity also depends on the density and color of hair in the area being treated.
A practitioner will press a handheld laser device against your skin and activate its laser light beam, emitting an illuminating beam through it and into your pores to heat hair follicles, damaging and stopping them from producing more hair while leaving other hairs behind depending on skin tone. You may experience a mild heat sensation similar to snapping rubber bands against the skin during this procedure which should last between several minutes and an hour, depending on its size and how large an area needs to be treated.
After your session, the area may appear slightly red and swollen; therefore, it is crucial that sun exposure be limited during this period; your practitioner can suggest an effective sunscreen to provide maximum protection and speed up recovery.
Most patients need two to six laser sessions in order to achieve desired results, which typically lasts months or years and often leads to finer, lighter-colored regrowth when hair does come back in.
Some individuals will require maintenance treatments on a regular basis. To achieve optimal results, it’s essential that appointments are kept and tanning beds/lamps should not be used during treatments as their UV rays can harm skin cells permanently and lead to scarring or discoloration.
It’s not dangerous
Laser Hair Therapy works by stimulating dormant follicles with low-level laser light to promote new growth. Additionally, this therapy may reduce fine, wispy hairs while thickening existing ones – all without expensive and invasive surgeries! Results will differ between individuals so it is important to speak to a practitioner regarding what results to expect and any questions or queries you may have before making your decision.
At your treatment session, you will sit in a darkened room while wearing the laser head cap. This device resembles a baseball cap and contains red laser technology that emits low-level laser light onto your scalp. Unlike lasers used during surgery, however, this light doesn’t cause tissue damage; rather it stimulates follicles while increasing blood flow.
Once every session, you will need to sit comfortably for approximately 30 minutes without experiencing anything uncomfortable or unpleasant. Many people use this treatment as part of their beauty regime and results can vary from person to person – for optimal results it is wise to schedule regular treatments to achieve maximum effectiveness.
Common side effects of laser treatments include reddening and tenderness in the area of treatment, which should last only a couple days and can be reduced with cool compresses or baths. Some individuals might notice their skin changing color after undergoing a laser procedure – which usually isn’t an issue; just be cautious if going outdoors or to beaches shortly after treatment.
Laser therapy for thinning hair can be an invaluable complement to other forms of treatment for thinning locks, including over-the-counter shampoos and thickening products, dietary supplements and medications like Minoxidil. PRP treatments (which uses your own blood in concentrated form to deliver growth factors to the scalp) have also proven very successful at reducing DHT levels that inhibit growth; when combined with laser therapy this combination becomes even more powerful.
It’s not expensive
LLLT treatments are safe and effective for all skin and hair types regardless of age or gender, including pregnant women (though you should consult with your provider first before undertaking treatments). When receiving laser treatments, eye protection must always be worn during laser sessions.
At laser treatments, light beams are directed at your hair follicles to absorb their energy and convert it to heat, damaging sac-like structures within the follicles and stopping new hair growth. This method is significantly less painful than waxing or shaving while helping reduce unwanted hair appearance.
For optimal results from laser treatment, it’s essential that you commit to multiple sessions. Your frequency will depend on the area you’re treating as well as hair length; bikini line treatments typically take five-10 minutes while full leg treatments could require over an hour of attention.
After just a few sessions, you should notice a decrease in hair growth in the area that was treated. Although not completely eliminated, hair will eventually come back and typically has finer and lighter color than before the laser treatment was administered. Maintenance afterward may still be necessary as hair will eventually grow back eventually – though typically finer and lighter in density than what existed prior to laser therapy treatment.
Laser hair therapy costs can vary, but they’re typically more affordable than many other methods for eliminating unwanted hair. You might even be able to use your health insurance or flexible spending account to cover these treatments if cost becomes a barrier for you. For any additional concerns about laser hair therapy costs, seek guidance from an advisor.
Hair laser therapy is a noninvasive, easy and painless treatment option that can be performed both at home or in an office environment. For those experiencing hair loss, using laser can increase blood flow to the scalp which promotes healthy hair growth. When combined with PRP (platelet rich plasma) therapies for enhanced results.
