Laser hair removal may not be one of the more glamorous beauty treatments, but it could be lifesaving for anyone who’s tired of shaving every day.
For optimal laser hair removal results, always choose an experienced practitioner registered on a register that ensures they meet set standards of training and expertise. Furthermore, it’s wise to avoid direct sunlight while under treatment.
What are the benefits of cold laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is an efficient and safe solution to reduce unwanted facial hair growth, but requires an experienced practitioner for best results. Laser treatments work by targeting pigment in hair follicles to absorb light energy, damaging them and inhibiting future hair growth. Treatment sessions are fast and painless; although your skin may feel slightly warm afterward.
Laser treatment offers more accurate hair removal than other options such as waxing or shaving. Laser energy targets the darker pigment in hair follicles while sparing surrounding skin cells. While it works on any part of the body with unwanted hairs, its greatest effectiveness lies with areas with dark hairs on light skin for optimal results.
Before beginning laser hair removal, it’s essential to follow some pre-treatment guidelines in order to protect your skin. In the weeks prior to your procedure, avoid tanning beds and sunlight; tanning can interfere with its effectiveness and lead to unwanted side effects. Furthermore, plucked, waxed or tweezed hair in areas slated for laser treatment should also be avoided as much as possible.
Make sure to apply at least SPF 30 sunscreen whenever outdoors; this can help avoid sunburn and reduce risks from laser hair removal sessions.
Laser hair removal treatments often result in the regrowth of unwanted hair, though in most cases this can be addressed effectively with maintenance treatments.
Pine Belt Dermatology can help you attain smooth, hair-free skin without the hassle of shaving or waxing with laser hair removal sessions. Our knowledgeable dermatologists will go through its risks and benefits so you can assess if this treatment option meets your unique needs. Schedule your session now – contact us!
What are the benefits of hot laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal differs from shaving or waxing by targeting deep ingrown follicles in the skin, which makes it less likely to result in ingrown hairs or razor bumps. However, multiple sessions will still need to be completed before significant results become evident.
Laser hair removal is more precise than other methods of hair removal, and when administered by a qualified professional, can minimize redness and irritation caused by treatments like waxing or threading. Furthermore, you will no longer require extra products such as witch hazel to address ingrown hairs after treatment has taken place.
Laser treatment carries some risks. Therefore, it is crucial that patients visit a reputable dermatologist who knows how to conduct laser hair removal treatments safely and understands the underlying skin. Although laser technology has been around for some time now, you should still feel secure that you’ll receive safe care with any treatment provided at a reputable place.
Before beginning, your provider will apply an analgesic ointment to reduce discomfort; over-the-counter ibuprofen can also be taken if needed. Most often, however, you should only experience a light warm sensation where the laser is targeting hair follicles; during your session you must move around so the wand can treat different areas.
Treatment time usually only takes 15-30 minutes for smaller areas like your upper lip or chin, and 30-45 for larger ones like legs or backs. Once the laser targets a hair follicle, it destroys it so no new hairs grow back from that same follicle again.
Plucking, waxing and electrolysis should be limited six weeks prior to laser hair removal treatments. This is because these activities will temporarily remove hair follicles from the surface of your skin, making it harder for laser beams to target them effectively. In addition, you must minimize sun exposure prior and after treatments – including tanning beds as well as sunscreen with SPF 30 protection or higher.
Which method is right for you?
Laser hair removal is a safe, efficient method for eliminating unwanted hair. Treatment is relatively painless and the effects last long after. Laser treatments offer a great alternative to shaving and waxing which are time consuming and costly methods of hair reduction.
Select a qualified healthcare professional with experience providing laser treatments tailored specifically to your skin type, who understands all aspects of treatment such as laser technology. In particular, make sure they are performing your treatments under medical license as opposed to being assistant or nurse personnel. In order to ensure safe treatments it’s advisable not to utilize spa or salon-based laser services which often lack stringent regulations unlike medical facilities.
Soprano ICE laser technology is one of the most sought-after options for hair removal. The system cools the surface of your skin to help avoid overheating or discomfort during treatment and also help prevent ingrown hairs. Additionally, this quick procedure can be performed on virtually any part of the body – arms, legs, bikini area and underarms being particularly common spots to receive laser treatment.
Laser hair removal typically requires multiple sessions in order to achieve optimal results, though individual needs vary and typically five-eight treatments spaced four weeks apart should suffice. This is because only 10-15% of your hair are currently in anagen phase growth stage at any one time.
Laser hair removal sessions typically produce small stings from the laser being applied to your treatment area. This is normal and reflects its targeting of pigment in hair follicles; treatments could last between minutes and an hour depending on how large of an area needs treating. After your session, redness and swelling might persist afterward but will soon subside with use of an ice pack; additionally it’s wise to wear broad spectrum sunscreen whenever going outside in sunlight for any length of time.
After receiving laser therapy, it is imperative to follow all instructions given by your dermatologist in order to achieve optimal results and minimize side effects. Doing this will ensure the best possible outcomes and minimize adverse side effects that could potentially arise.
Which method is right for me?
Laser hair removal is one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures in the US, employing highly concentrated light beams that penetrate hair follicles to absorb them and destroy them. While generally painless, some individuals may experience some mild discomfort during this process. Your dermatologist can apply an analgesic ointment before treatment to alleviate discomfort, and prescribe topical steroid cream if necessary for severe discomfort relief. After your laser hair removal session it’s wise to avoid sun exposure as this makes your skin more susceptible.
Laser hair removal technology can be used to safely remove unwanted hair from almost every part of the body, including the face, arms, chest, back legs and underarms. It is particularly helpful for women suffering from excessive hair growth (hirsutism).
It’s essential when selecting a laser for hair removal to consider your skin and hair colors when selecting the appropriate device. There are various laser types with differing safety ratings and wavelength targets. At Deluxe Clinic, we use an FDA-approved Soprano ICE Platinum device for safe and effective hair reduction.
The Soprano ICE laser works by slowly heating skin surface temperature until it reaches an effective level that kills hair follicles and prevents future hair growth. This technology reduces risks such as burning or scarring associated with other laser treatments; most patients only experience a warming sensation during this procedure – making it an easy, comfortable solution for eliminating unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal is generally safe, however for optimal results it is wise to visit an experienced dermatologist for treatment. Dermatologists are well trained in using lasers safely and effectively for hair removal, and are adept at performing the procedure precisely and safely. In addition they may recommend additional follow-up treatments after your laser session for best results.
Cold and hot lasers can both be used for hair removal. If either option interests you, make an appointment with a dermatologist who can assess your needs and recommend the most appropriate technique to achieve desired results.
