Laser hair removal devices that depended on pigment differences between hair and skin to target and damage hair follicles were often ineffective against blonde hair growth, yet recent technological advancements allow laser treatment of unwanted blond hair growth.
1. Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal has quickly become one of the most sought-after approaches to getting rid of unwanted hair. Unlike more common techniques like shaving, waxing or tweezing, laser treatment actually targets pigment in order to stop new growth by targeting and damaging follicles directly. At first laser treatment was only suitable for people with darker skin tones because laser devices must distinguish between the dark pigment found within hair follicles and lighter color skin to treat follicles effectively. Today however it can work on people of any skin tone in order to successfully treat follicles for success in treating follicles successfully treating all follicles simultaneously follicular effects follicles directly allowing laser devices to target and damage them directly thus stopping further hair regrowth from occurring.
Recently, technological advancements have made laser hair removal treatments suitable for blondes as well. Although not optimal due to light colored follicles, most can find success using this treatment with the proper device and understanding how laser treatments work.
Laser devices work by targeting pigment in the hair follicle with specific wavelengths of laser energy, so the more melanin in a person’s locks, the easier it will be for laser energy to detect and penetrate them for effective treatment. Unfortunately, people with very blonde locks likely won’t possess enough melanin for this process to work effectively; however, as technology continues to progress so do machines available for treatment.
ADeNA manufacturers’ Nd:YAG laser has been specifically developed to treat lighter skin and hair using its longer laser energy wavelength and detect melanin-filled lighter hair follicles and skin, making it more effective than other devices currently on the market.
Nood the Flasher 2.0 IPL laser machine may also provide excellent results for those with light hair and skin, being considered one of the top IPL hair removal machines available today. It boasts outstanding results after only a few sessions!
2. Waxing
Blonde hair tends to contain lower melanin than other colors, making laser treatment harder on it than other hair colors. However, that no longer stands true as laser technology has advanced enough to treat lighter tones of both hair and skin tones effectively.
Blondes with blonde locks no longer lack options for permanent hair removal. Waxing can provide another effective option that’s less time- and labor-consuming than shaving; though less quick or convenient than this method, waxing may still work to remove body hair in larger patches. Though waxing can be uncomfortable or even painful at times, if they follow a few key guidelines they can reduce discomfort during their session.
Before waxing appointments, it is often beneficial to exfoliate the area first in order to reduce ingrown hairs and folliculitis. Furthermore, using lidocaine (often available at estheticians or drug stores) as a topical numbing agent is also effective at alleviating pain during waxing sessions.
Another way to reduce the pain of waxing is taking over-the-counter pain relief medication, such as Tylenol. Acetaminophen (commonly referred to as Tylenol) is an ideal choice as it will alleviate pain without causing bruising like other pain relievers may do. Furthermore, applying an ice pack prior to waxing appointments can also numb skin and make the experience less unpleasant.
As waxing is not a one-time treatment, but rather part of an ongoing maintenance routine, it’s important to find an experienced esthetician who can deliver high quality services with long-lasting results – saving both money and ensuring the smooth, hairless look many women desire with regular appointments and maintenance treatments.
3. Threading
Threading, an age-old hair removal technique that’s been popular since ancient China, has recently made its comeback in the US. While most commonly applied to eyebrows, threading can also be done on other parts of the face such as lips. Unlike waxing which pulls delicate skin away, threading targets only the hair follicle for slow regrowth while not needing chemicals like Accutane (an acne medication).
With this method, a cotton thread is doubled and twisted before being rolled over the area you wish to remove hair, plucking each individual strand at its root. This method provides an effective alternative to tweezing for quickly removing short rows of hair while being more gentle than waxing and faster.
However, threading can have its downsides. Since the thread is rubbing against your skin, it could potentially cause redness or minor irritation for those with very sensitive skin types. Furthermore, an infection of hair follicles (folliculitis) could occur; for this reason it’s essential that you find a professional threader who uses clean thread and follows proper hygiene.
Threading may not yet be as popular in the United States, making it hard to locate an experienced threader in your area. Do your research online in order to locate one with positive reviews before settling on one.
Threading works best on facial hair, while larger areas like arms or legs may need other methods for removal. Also, skincare products or makeup applied after threading should be avoided as this could clog open hair follicles leading to breakouts. A cool gel like rose water or aloe vera could reduce redness and soothe skin – or you could try an all-natural soothing serum like Mario Badescu Facial Spray which contains aloe vera and tea tree oil as an alternative solution.
4. Electrolysis
Electrolysis offers permanent hair removal by targeting each individual hair follicle’s growth center – unlike other methods which only remove visible hairs. Although the process takes multiple visits over an entire year, electrolysis remains one of the only reliable options that truly stops unwanted hair growth, forever.
Electrolysis has been practiced for over 100 years and modern technologies have made it much less invasive and painful than before. An electrologist inserts a very fine needle into each hair follicle, and an electric current then runs through that needle to destroy its blood supply and create the effect of electrolysis on that follicle’s blood supply. Treatment may cause heat or a pinch sensation; Elise suggests moisturizing after each session or using an ice pack or cold roller as needed to help manage discomfort.
Some medical conditions, like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and various medications can stimulate excessive hair growth, including polycystic ovarian syndrome. Laser treatments have proven an effective solution to many of these problems as well as unwanted blonde hair growth in particular.
Electrolysis hair removal technology provides an ideal alternative for lighter-colored blonde hair as it directly targets its follicle and papilla, providing for faster removal than IPL hair removal technologies. Electrolysis also works well against graying of darker-haired individuals as it targets melanin in each strand, unlike IPL that relies on targeting melanin to work effectively on darker locks.
One downside of laser hair removal treatments is that they take more than a year to treat all individual hair follicles, but this method remains an effective solution for anyone wanting to permanently eliminate blonde hair growth. It’s especially useful for people with genetic conditions that encourage excessive hair growth as well as women suffering from hormone imbalances like PCOS.
When considering permanent hair removal for blonde hair, consult an experienced cosmetic medical provider. They will assess your skin, hair color and tone to create an individualized plan of care that best meets your needs.
