Laser technology aims directly at the source of ingrown hairs, disabling their source follicle and thus permanently eliminating them from growing new hair. It is our only known permanent solution to ingrown hairs.
By eliminating shaving, tweezing, and waxing as forms of hair removal methods, laser therapy eliminates irritation and pigmentation issues associated with those techniques.
Medically Necessary
Ingrown hairs are an often uncomfortable skin condition caused by hair’s tips curling back into the skin instead of growing out, often on any area where hair grows – armpits, face, legs and bikini line among others. Trapped beneath dead skin layers they may lead to inflammation, infection or cysts/pus-filled bumps which may become painful inflammations and infections themselves.
Laser hair removal is one of the most effective solutions for ingrown hairs, offering long-term relief. A trained technician uses commercial laser machines to pulse light into your skin, disabling its ability to regrow. Unlike plucking and waxing which only remove surface hairs from their roots, laser treatment completely eradicates ingrowns from underneath!
Laser treatments are both safe and painless, though it may take multiple sessions for results to appear. You will experience a small prickling sensation as the laser’s energy transfers to your skin. To maximize comfort during each laser pulse, we utilize an FDA-approved cooling device which blasts an antibacterial gas milliseconds prior to each pulse of laser energy.
Many people opt to receive this treatment on an ongoing basis in order to eliminate ingrown hair issues completely, however a single or two treatments may suffice in relieving symptoms of ingrown hairs. Furthermore, using exfoliants, shaving with sharp and smooth blades or wearing loose clothing that doesn’t irritate skin are all strategies for avoiding future ingrown hair issues.
If you’re interested in laser hair removal for ingrown hairs, reach out to your insurance provider for guidance and information about the procedure. Although private insurers usually consider this a cosmetic surgery process, some may cover it if medically necessary to prevent complications like infection or cysts from developing. Depending on your individual circumstance, loans from health savings accounts (HSAs) or flexible spending accounts (FSAs) could help cover its cost.
Cosmetic Surgery
Are You Suffering From Ingrown Hairs? Ingrown hairs can be painful and unsightly conditions that require medical treatment and attention to resolve them, sometimes permanently scarring in the form of Keloids scars – visible small solid bumps under your skin that have no obvious source. Ingrowns hairs result from dead skin cells clogging follicles causing hair growth to go inward instead of outward – typically caused by shaving, waxing, tweezing or other methods such as plucking or chemical depilatories being used for hair removal purposes.
Some individuals can achieve ingrown hair elimination through at-home methods, including shaving with an electric razor that allows for closer and smoother shaving, forgoing waxing or tweezing until ingrowns have cleared, exfoliation to help prevent ingrowns, or laser hair removal as the best solution. If these methods don’t prove successful or you lack time to implement them consistently, laser hair removal could be your answer.
Laser hair removal works by directly targeting hair follicles and destroying them, providing a safe and non-damaging method of hair removal that does not harm nearby tissue or skin. Furthermore, this process is very fast – depending on your skin tone and hair color requirements you might require multiple sessions in order to attain smooth, hairless skin.
Laser hair removal is the fastest and most reliable solution to safely get rid of unwanted body hair without ingrowns, without plucking, shaving, waxing, threading or electrolysis. Our highly experienced technicians specialize in safely removing hair while preventing ingrowns with state-of-the-art laser technology from leading manufacturers such as Candela GentleLASE and Cutera CoolGlide laser systems from leading manufacturers.
Laser hair removal can be applied to virtually all areas of the face and body, including underarms, thighs, bikini area, back chest and arms. Before beginning a session of laser hair removal we will apply topical numbing cream for maximum comfort during laser hair removal sessions. Smaller areas such as upper lip or chin removals typically take only minutes while larger ones such as legs or back may take more time for removal.
Non-Medical Necessary
Ingrown hairs can be unsightly and irritating to the skin, often leading to skin irritation and pain. They may become infected and lead to additional issues like pilonidal cysts – cysts filled with dead skin and hair which require surgical removal for drainage or surgical removal for drainage. Laser hair removal addresses the root of the issue by targeting hair follicles; waxing or chemical products only remove visible hair.
Ingrown hairs typically form when curly or coarse hair becomes trapped under the skin and becomes embedded beneath, leading to reddish-purple bumps that trap hair, dead skin cells and oil. Picking at or shaving over these bumps may lead to pain; waxing and other hair removal methods often contribute to ingrown hair formation as well.
Laser treatment offers several effective remedies for ingrown hairs. As the only method that targets and destroys hair follicles at their source, laser hair removal reduces ingrown hairs while eliminating future production by the follicle and thus eliminating future chances of ingrown hairs.
Laser hair removal offers another significant advantage: It can eliminate the need for traditional treatments like waxing and tweezing. Waxing only removes hair at its surface level, taking time for your skin to recover afterwards; while using tweezers to pull hair can be both time consuming and ineffective; laser hair removal offers fast, safe solutions which could save both money and effort in the long run when compared to these traditional approaches.
Insurance companies typically don’t cover laser hair removal because it is considered cosmetic, but some will consider making an exception for medical conditions being treated through this procedure. Before beginning any treatment plan or submitting claims for coverage. Always consult your physician.
Exceptions
Ingrown hairs can be an uncomfortable, persistent nuisance. Shaving and waxing alone often aren’t enough, however; laser hair removal gets to the source of the issue by disabling the hair follicle so it cannot produce more hair; thus preventing ingrown hairs from returning! This treatment goes straight to its source to provide lasting relief that prevents ingrown hairs from ever returning!
Ingrown hair occurs when a hair follicle curls back into the skin instead of growing upward. It’s most commonly caused by shaving, waxing or becoming trapped under dead skin cells – however laser hair removal targets each individual hair follicle directly and destroys them so they cannot regrow.
Laser hair removal can help prevent ingrown hairs and even combat folliculitis, an inflammation of the hair follicle caused by shaving or other methods of hair removal that irritate the skin, such as waxing. Its symptoms are bumps, itching and redness which can make for very uncomfortable experiences – laser hair removal targets the hair follicle specifically and destroys it, thus eliminating future cases of folliculitis.
Laser hair removal requires multiple sessions over time; each lasting several minutes and often not very painful. While you may feel some discomfort after treatment, the intensity is far less than shaving, threading or electrolysis and significantly less painful than plucking hairs out manually. You may notice some discoloration around treated areas; darker patches should revert back to their natural shade within months while lighter areas may remain permanent.
Some individuals cannot undergo laser hair removal, including those with certain medical conditions. Your doctor will evaluate if you’re suitable for the procedure based on your health history and other considerations; such as whether or not you suffer from skin conditions like rosacea or psoriasis; in addition, laser hair removal shouldn’t be performed while pregnant or breastfeeding as this would put both you and the unborn baby at risk.
