Folliculitis is an unpleasant skin condition characterized by red bumps, pus-filled spots and itchy skin that develops anywhere on your body where there is hair growth. Laser hair removal may provide effective relief.
At the outset of a laser treatment session, your physician will use a handheld instrument fitted with cooling devices or gel to protect the tip from heat damage and ensure optimal outcomes.
Causes
Folliculitis, which involves inflammation of hair follicles, usually takes the form of sore, red bumps that are itchy or painful and contain pus. When severe, this condition can result in a deep abscess called a “Folliculitis Boil or Carbuncle,” which must be surgically drained by a physician or nurse to eliminate. Folliculitis affects any area with hairs on it – though most frequently found on faces, necks, legs and arms and can affect men as well as women alike.
When faced with folliculitis, the primary goal should be to keep affected areas as clean as possible and apply an antibiotic cream. You should then take measures to safeguard the area from further irritation; avoid shaving, tweezing or waxing until infection has cleared up completely. Often folliculitis will clear on its own within several days but it is wise to consult a dermatologist so as not to worsen the infection further.
Laser hair removal can be an ideal treatment option for people prone to folliculitis, as it permanently eliminates hair follicles so bacteria don’t latch onto them and cause outbreaks. You will have smooth, hair-free skin without needing shaving, tweezing or waxing anymore!
At Chapel Hill Medical Day Spa, our specially-designed laser machine for dark skin features ice-cooling technology for maximum comfort during treatments. For best results we typically suggest 4-6 treatments to remove unwanted hair and lower risk for future episodes of Folliculitis. Contact us now to find out more or arrange your free consultation! We proudly serve Raleigh Durham Chapel Hill Brier Creek Clayton Morrisville Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina!
Symptoms
Folliculitis is a skin condition in which hair follicles become damaged or infected due to shaving, tight clothing or bacterial infections. Symptoms may include red bumps filled with pus that are painful, itchy and sometimes embarrassing to deal with; though usually minor in severity this rash can spread rapidly across large areas of the body and result in boils or blisters.
Laser hair removal offers hope in combatting folliculitis. A neodymium:aluminum garnet laser (often used by Milan Laser treatments) can permanently eliminate unwanted hair without irritating nearby tissue; making this treatment suitable for almost all areas and skin tones.
Laser hair removal can help prevent folliculitis by protecting hair follicles from becoming infected in the first place. It works by targeting pigment in hair strands to damage them until no further growth occurs, leading to less sensitive follicles over time and diminishing any inflammatory response which could otherwise cause folliculitis symptoms.
Laser hair removal may not be suitable if you suffer from folliculitis; however, if taking the risk is worth saving yourself from irritation caused by red bumps then laser treatment could be your ideal option.
At Milan Laser, our experts offer laser hair removal sessions which use light beams that target hair follicles to shut them off and avoid infection, providing smooth skin without red bumps or itchy patches that accompany this condition. If you would like to find out more about laser hair removal and its potential advantages for your appearance, contact us now and our staff can provide all of the information that will allow you to decide whether this treatment option is safe and effective for you.
Treatment
If you suffer from folliculitis, then you understand the pain, itching and red bumps associated with it. Although various treatment options exist such as oral or topical antibiotics to kill bacteria quickly, laser hair removal offers fast results with lasting benefits in less time than any of them can.
Laser hair removal works by emitting a beam of light that absorbs into both hair and skin, damaging follicles to prevent further production in that area. By doing so, lasers also eliminate irritation associated with shaving or waxing and the risk of developing folliculitis in future.
While permanent hair removal can be beneficial to many, it may not be ideal for everyone. Before considering permanent hair removal options, it is wise to speak with an expert regarding your circumstances – for instance if you suffer from or are susceptible to folliculitis they can suggest other therapies which might better fit with your condition.
Until you can find a long-term solution for folliculitis, apply an antibiotic ointment or cream as soon as you notice any red bumps to reduce inflammation and kill any bacteria responsible. This should provide temporary relief until you can discover more permanent solutions.
Once you have an accurate diagnosis, permanent hair reduction treatments can help prevent future outbreaks of Folliculitis. Since shaving can be very irritating to skin and often triggers flareups of this condition, laser hair removal may be an ideal option to help manage outbreaks by decreasing hair growth and thick hairs that trigger flareups. Contact us now if you would like more information on laser hair removal for Folliculitis; our laser technicians are experienced enough to determine if laser treatment would be a suitable treatment option for you!
Results
Laser hair removal may help to decrease your chances of superficial folliculitis reoccurring by targeting infected follicles with light from its laser beam and destroying them with light energy. It works by targeting infected hair follicles without harming surrounding tissue – thus providing a much safer option than traditional removal methods, which may irritate hair follicles further and potentially lead to further cases of folliculitis.
Additionally, laser hair removal can be much less painful than traditional methods which may lead to cuts or nicks, and is an alternative long-term solution than those like shaving and waxing which need to be repeated frequently.
One reason laser treatment may be beneficial for people suffering from folliculitis is its ability to reduce the likelihood of ingrown hairs and create an ideal environment for bacteria growth. When lasers damage hair follicles they cease producing hair production permanently; many patients with folliculitis are even able to achieve lasting relief thanks to laser treatment’s effectiveness.
Laser hair removal procedures may cause temporary redness and itchiness on the treatment area; this usually mild and can be treated using ice packs. Scabs may appear after laser treatment; it is important to follow your physician’s advice if this happens.
Laser hair removal often yields impressive and life-changing results, dramatically improving your self-confidence. Treatment usually occurs at a medspa and only requires six to eight sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart; far less invasive than alternatives like electrolysis which may take several hours and often cause significant pain for those with sensitive skin.
