Are you tired of shaving, waxing or tweezing to get rid of unwanted hair? Laser hair removal offers an effective permanent solution to unwanted hair growth.
Laser therapy works by heating up and disabling pigment in your hair follicle, stopping it from producing new hair growth. Most individuals require six to eight treatments spaced out over 8 weeks.
The Upper Lip
Laser hair removal of the upper lip is a popular treatment among both men and women, providing fast, simple results with long-term effects. Prior to receiving laser hair removal treatment, you will first undergo a consultation to ascertain your suitability for this process; if so, a topical anesthetic will be applied prior to starting to minimize any discomfort from this procedure. After finishing treatment you will need to avoid direct sunlight or apply SPF 30 sunscreen to protect the treated area afterward.
Laser hair removal offers an alternative to waxing and shaving that doesn’t cause irritation to your skin and requires frequent repeat treatments: laser beams destroy hair follicles to keep hair from growing back, making laser removal an ideal permanent solution to unwanted body hair on any part of the body.
Before beginning laser hair removal treatments, it’s essential to discuss with your dermatologist the type of hair and skin color you have. Dark hair combined with light skin tends to work best as the contrast allows the follicles to absorb heat more efficiently from laser treatment.
Facial hair growth is usually due to a hormonal imbalance. If this is the case for you, a physician might prescribe oral medications like birth control pills or Spironolactone in order to keep it under control. Multiple sessions will likely be needed in order to fully eradicate all facial hair because not all your follicles will be in their anagen stage at the same time.
In order to reduce ingrown hairs, shaving prior to laser hair removal treatment is often recommended in order to ensure more manageable follicles that will less likely become ingrown hairs. The same holds true if you plan on getting laser hair removal done on your eyebrows: wait until they have grown out more before scheduling treatment.
Cost of laser hair removal varies, with most salons providing a set price for medium areas. If you have any further inquiries regarding cost, feel free to consult your dermatologist or the salon in question.
The Bikini Line and Pubic Area
Women and men alike often wax or shave the bikini line and pubic area to remove unwanted hair, however these methods can be painful for the sensitive skin there. Laser hair removal offers an alternative that provides pain-free hair removal by targeting individual follicles directly. To maximize effectiveness of treatment it’s recommended that no waxing or shaving occurs for at least six weeks prior to receiving laser therapy; this allows natural fall-out to happen more freely so it will be easier for laser technician to identify individual follicles more effectively. Additionally, prolonged sun exposure or use of sunless tanner should also be avoided 48 hours beforehand for best results.
Based on your preference, laser hair removal treatments could include either a full Brazilian or bikini line treatment. A full Brazilian is designed to remove all hair in your pubic region while bikini lines leave behind only a thin strip at the front of your labia.
Women may be reluctant to undergo laser hair removal in their intimate areas due to fear of pain. Numbing creams and topical anesthetics may help make the procedure as comfortable as possible, while many who feel anxious first opt for another area like their arms or legs before moving onto bikini line treatment.
Laser treatment of the pubic area generally takes four to eight sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart, as hair follicles in this region grow at different rates and will need multiple sessions to reduce hair permanently in this region.
Before beginning laser hair removal treatments, it is recommended that you allow your hair to reach at least 1/4″ in length. This will make waxes and shaves more efficient while simultaneously enabling individual hairs to be targeted by laser. In the days preceding your treatments it is wise to limit alcohol and caffeine as they may aggravate laser effects and make you more vulnerable.
The Neck
Men and women looking to remove unwanted neck hair have various options at their disposal, from waxing and shaving to laser hair removal. While shaving can result in ingrown hairs, razor burn and cysts due to repetitive shaving sessions, laser treatment targets hair in its active growth phase (anagen phase), where only 20% is usually present at any one time; thus requiring multiple sessions to completely rid themselves of unwanted neck hair.
Before beginning laser hair removal on your neck, it is best to refrain from tanning and apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before treatment. This will decrease the risk of burns or discolorations as laser treatments cannot be carried out on sunburned or recently tanned skin which increases risk for burns or discolorations. You should also be aware that treatment can sometimes cause discomfort; some prefer applying topical numbing cream prior to sessions in order to minimize discomfort during procedures.
Laser hair removal should be viewed as an investment in both time and money saved over time through razors and waxing; not to mention leaving skin feeling silky smooth!
When seeking laser hair removal treatment, it is essential to find an experienced physician specializing in non-invasive cosmetic procedures, like Dr. Michele Green from her private practice on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. While there are at-home laser hair removal devices on the market, most do not provide similar levels of effectiveness as professional solutions; plus these devices do not qualify as medical devices and therefore are not FDA regulated or closely managed.
Are you ready to rid yourself of unwanted hair and enjoy silky-smooth skin? Coachlight Clinic & Spa’s team is trained in safe, effective laser hair removal for all body areas and skin types – they will recommend the ideal treatment plan based on your unique requirements.
The Underarms
Underarm laser hair removal is an increasingly popular solution among both men and women. The procedure can be highly effective at eliminating the need for waxing or shaving in this area, leading to silky-smooth skin without unwanted hairs growing back. Laser hair removal also tends to be less painful than waxing or plucking; you’ll feel brief stings instead.
However, it is essential to realize that not all lasers are created equal. Beauty salons or MedSpas may use less reliable machines which may cause adverse side effects like skin discoloration and burns; that is why it is vitally important to work with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist like Dr. Michele Green in NYC in order to have laser hair removal completed properly.
Keep in mind that your unique situation will dictate the number of treatments necessary. Most individuals need at least six sessions in order to reach complete hair removal; darker hair tends to take longer.
To achieve optimal results from laser treatment, it’s important to follow some key preparation tips before your appointment. First and foremost, avoid tanning beds and the sun in the weeks leading up to it as both natural and artificial tanning can hinder laser effectiveness. Furthermore, two or three days before, it is wise to shave the area that will be treated in order to allow laser light reach all follicles effectively and destroy them with laser beams.
After using any skincare products that contain vitamin C, retinol or alpha hydroxy acid (AHAs), at least two days should pass before beginning your laser session. These ingredients increase photosensitivity of your skin which poses an increased risk of laser burns from laser beams.
Hair removal can not only benefit aesthetics but can also prevent ingrown hairs and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation breakouts. Laser hair removal can help achieve silky-smooth skin by disabling follicles responsible for new hair production – and helping prevent them from growing back again.
