Laser hair removal is a safe and effective treatment, often needing at least four sessions to achieve long-lasting results.
Your doctor will use short pulses of light energy directed by short light tubes to treat each unwanted hair follicle individually, similar to the snapping of a rubber band. You may feel a mild discomfort similar to snapping rubber band during this procedure.
It’s safe
Laser hair removal may seem scary, but it is one of the safest treatments for facial hair. In a typical session, doctors direct quick pulses of light at each hair follicle until their dark pigment has been destroyed by heat from the laser beam – thus stopping it from growing back and diminishing unwanted facial hair growth. Most patients find the procedure is quick and virtually painless – some even compare it to a rubber band snapping against their skin repeatedly!
To minimize discomfort, a cooling device or topical numbing agent should be applied before beginning treatment. Furthermore, to keep your skin as clear and free from impurities as possible before getting laser hair removal treatment it’s also important not to use any sunless tanning creams which darken skin tone and make laser penetration harder; shaving or plucking may interfere with hair follicles reducing results further.
Select a qualified medical professional when choosing your cosmetic laser practitioner. At WIFH, our doctor holds a Cosmetic Laser License from the Georgia Medical Board and oversees every treatment – always available to answer questions or address concerns that arise during a treatment session.
Laser treatment of the face may cause temporary redness and swelling, but this should fade shortly after the procedure is finished. Apply an ice pack or cold compress afterward to help alleviate swelling and pain; additionally it would be wise not to expose treated areas directly to sunlight for several weeks as these might be sensitive to ultraviolet radiation.
Most individuals require two to six laser treatments in order to see results they want. Subsequently, most no longer need to remove hair from the area again and when it recurs, it usually returns finer and lighter colored than before. To achieve optimal results with laser therapy, avoid smoking or drugs which affect melanin levels before and after treatment.
It’s fast
Unwanted hair growth can be an irritating, time-consuming and expensive problem for many people. Waxing, shaving and creams to remove it are time consuming, painful and costlier over time compared to laser hair removal’s fast and permanent solution – lasting 4-6 treatments only! Additionally, laser hair removal works equally well on men and women alike and all areas of their face and body.
Laser hair removal works by vaporizing hair using high-intensity light. While there may be an initial slight burning sensation, this typically only lasts a few seconds and most patients can expect a significant decrease in both the number and thickness of unwanted hair after multiple sessions.
Laser hair removal requires no downtime after treatment; however, your treated area may become red and swollen following laser. This is normal; to ease any discomfort in this regard you could apply ice packs directly over the area being treated. In order to safeguard further from sun exposure following therapy it’s a good idea to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 protection as soon as possible after receiving laser.
Avoid potential side effects by selecting a qualified practitioner to conduct your laser hair removal procedure. Be sure to verify their registration with a professional body, and ensure they meet set standards of training and skill. Furthermore, sensitive skin patients should look for practitioners trained to apply numbing cream.
On your initial consultation, your dermatologist will review your medical history and the areas you wish to treat, then advise the number of sessions required for optimal results and the type of laser that would best meet those needs – for instance an alexandrite laser may work better on darker skin than an ND:YAG laser.
Laser hair removal treatments typically last between four and six sessions for facial hair, or six sessions for body hair. When your skin adjusts to the process, subsequent appointments should go much faster – with facial hair needing re-treatment every four weeks and six for body hair.
It’s effective
Unwanted hair growth can be an inconvenient problem. Shaving, waxing and plucking can be time consuming and harsh on the skin. Laser hair removal is an effective treatment to stop this unwanted growth from returning while improving the look of your skin in the process.
Laser hair removal works by targeting light energy into the pigment of your hair, targeting it directly and disabling its follicles. It’s important to seek advice from an experienced dermatologist in this procedure when choosing where and when you should undergo it; their expertise will allow them to help determine which areas would benefit the most and advise how many treatments will need to be administered.
Before beginning laser hair removal sessions, your doctor will clean and anesthetize the targeted area before applying a topical anesthetic to keep you comfortable. Depending on the size of the area being treated, treatment sessions could last from minutes to an hour; you’ll feel something similar to a series of bee stings; others describe this sensation as like rubber bands snapping against their skin. You may notice an unusual smell such as burning hair; this is a normal response from hair follicles reacting to laser’s heat.
Following your doctor’s instructions before and after laser treatment is crucial for its effectiveness and can prevent complications. Sunlight exposure post-laser can be especially hazardous; use a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 protection daily as much as possible for maximum results.
Some patients will require touch-up treatments to maintain their results; others may need six sessions to achieve optimal results. Your doctor will make recommendations tailored specifically to you; typically between 75%-90% hair reduction can be expected depending on where and when treatment takes place as well as factors like hair growth rate and settings used during therapy sessions.
It’s affordable
Opposed to traditional hair removal methods that can become painful and costly over time, laser treatments offer quick, efficient, and permanent solutions that may only need 4-6 treatments at regular intervals to reach 90% reduction of unwanted facial hair; thereafter they need only periodic touch up sessions once or twice annually in order to maintain results.
To ensure the best possible results from your procedure, be sure to select a qualified practitioner. Look for someone registered with an organization which indicates their high standards of training, skill, and insurance coverage. Also ensure they use equipment suitable for your skin tone and hair color (white, gray and blonde hair don’t respond well), whereas darker locks absorb light better and can be successfully treated by laser therapy.
Most practitioners apply numbing cream to the treatment area prior to using their machine, in order to decrease discomfort. Unfortunately, however, this does not work for every patient and some may experience irritation or burning sensation during the actual procedure itself – these reactions typically only last a few minutes but can be extremely uncomfortable for the individual receiving care.
If you are anxious about potential side effects associated with laser treatment, make an appointment with your practitioner before beginning. They will explain what to expect and what steps to take if any adverse reactions develop. In order to prevent pigmentation issues related to treatment, use of sunless skin creams or tanning beds should be avoided for four weeks prior to treatment.
Laser hair removal typically causes your face to be slightly red or swollen immediately following treatment, but this should subside within an hour or two. Some individuals also report scabbing and skin tone changes; for any concerns related to side effects related to laser hair removal consult a dermatologist or experienced practitioner with knowledge in this procedure.
