Combatting excess hair growth from PCOS can be an agony. Shaving, waxing or electrolysis provide temporary solutions but take an exorbitant amount of time and resources.
Laser hair removal is an extremely effective method for managing and controlling hirsutism, however the number of sessions necessary varies according to each individual patient.
Effectiveness
Women living with PCOS experience excess hair growth as a result of hormonal imbalance. This may cause weight gain, ovarian cysts and irregular periods as well as unwanted hair on their face, neck, chest or body that doesn’t respond well to traditional methods like shaving, waxing and threading; leaving them feeling self-conscious and frustrated.
Laser treatment is an effective solution to these problem areas, working by emitting high-energy pulses into the skin that destroy hair follicles and stop further production of hair strands. While electrolysis takes several hours per area and can be painful, laser treatments are quick and painless.
Laser energy penetrates the skin and absorbs melanin pigment from hair follicles, effectively dissolving them. It can even be used on delicate facial features where other treatments often prove ineffective; laser hair removal for PCOS offers permanent hair reduction; any new growth will likely be finer and lighter with slower growth rates than before.
Laser treatment may also assist in managing other symptoms associated with PCOS, such as acne and irregular periods. It’s important to keep in mind that an imbalanced hormonal environment will still lead to excess hair growth; thus it’s crucial that these issues are managed alongside your laser therapy for maximum success.
PCOS laser hair removal can have life-altering results for those whose confidence has been undermined by this condition. If you want to bid farewell to stubble and ingrown hairs for good, schedule your complimentary consultation now and schedule your free appointment!
At your consultation, we’ll go over your personal history and goals in order to establish how many treatments will be necessary for you. While some individuals may see results after just one treatment session, most require multiple sessions depending on factors like hormone levels, skin tone and severity of symptoms. At DEKA Laser Spa we use cutting edge laser technology known as Motus AY which has proven more efficient and effective than other devices on the market.
Safety
Women living with PCOS often experience increased levels of hair growth – commonly coarse and dark in texture – on both their faces and bodies, known as hirsutism. This condition can greatly impact how women view themselves; laser hair removal offers a safe solution to help address it.
Laser treatments are carried out by trained medical professionals and do not damage surrounding skin. Electrolysis may be considered safer due to not involving direct contact with hair follicles; this makes laser suitable for anyone wanting to remove extra hair without the pain and discomfort associated with waxing or shaving. Prior to commencing laser treatments it is advised that you shave an area to ensure enough depth exists in each strand to absorb enough light from laser.
Laser therapy can be highly effective and targeted precisely at those follicles responsible for excessive hair growth. Over time, multiple sessions should result in significant hair reduction; however, please keep in mind that results won’t last forever; you must schedule ongoing maintenance treatments in order to maintain them.
Hormonal fluctuations may trigger the regrowth of hair in treated areas. Therefore, it is strongly advised that before embarking on laser hair removal treatments for PCOS-related hair growth it be discussed with a medical professional who can offer guidance regarding the number of treatments necessary.
With consistent laser treatments, it’s possible to achieve outstanding results. In most cases, 10-12 sessions on the body or more are required if hair removal from facial regions are desired – much quicker and cost-effectively than waxing or shaving alternatives.
Cost
One of the most distressing symptoms of PCOS is excessive hair growth, making life an ongoing struggle to find ways to manage it without resorting to time-consuming and often painful methods such as plucking or shaving.
Laser hair removal can be an effective and safe solution for PCOS sufferers. A beam of light from a laser targets pigment in each hair follicle, damaging it and stopping future hair growth. Although FDA-approved and safe, treatment costs will depend upon what area(s) need treating.
Full leg laser hair removal sessions can cost as much as $600 each session. While affordable home devices exist, multiple sessions may be necessary before seeing results that meet your desired standards. Furthermore, product prices can fluctuate over time so be sure to keep an eye out on any device used at home that could change.
Laser hair removal for PCOS tends to be less costly than other cosmetic treatments like Botox or plastic surgery, yet its costs should still be taken into consideration as a qualified medical expense under Medicare or an HSA (Health Savings Account). As laser treatments are classified as cosmetic, you would be fully responsible for covering 100% of any costs out-of-pocket.
Laser hair removal can save both time and money over the long haul, making it an attractive solution for women suffering from acne or other skin conditions that worsened due to excess hair growth. Furthermore, it may provide relief from other medical conditions exacerbated by excess hair growth such as excessive pubescence.
Laser treatment may reduce or even eliminate excess hair growth caused by PCOS, but cannot alter the hormonal imbalance that causes it. Still, significant hair growth reduction is possible and once your initial series of treatments has concluded, regular maintenance treatments should only need to take place every 12-15 weeks going forward – any hair that does reappear will likely be finer, lighter and grow back more slowly than it did prior to starting treatment! That alone could justify investing in such an investment!
Convenience
Laser hair removal provides you with permanent relief from ingrown hairs, razor burn, or bumpy irritated skin – giving you more time to spend doing things you enjoy! Plus it frees up time to enjoy other activities.
Women living with PCOS often suffer from hirsutism, the excessive growth of facial and body hair that can be distressing to manage due to traditional hair removal methods that only offer temporary solutions, taking hours upon hours for results.
Shaving can cause razor burn and ingrown hairs, while waxing won’t provide much benefit to larger parts of the body. Furthermore, PCOS hormone imbalances cause hair follicles to regenerate more rapidly after treatment – this may make you feel like your condition is not being managed effectively and contribute to low self-esteem.
One way to manage PCOS-induced hair growth is with at-home laser treatments using IPL devices, although these may not produce as effective results as professional laser procedures.
Laser hair removal may be your ideal choice for managing excess hair as it’s faster, safer and more cost-effective than traditional methods – not to mention taking up much less of your valuable time! Laser hair removal at Este can help you feel more confident without having to shave every morning or spend hours getting ready. If you’re tired of dealing with hirsutism, book in for laser hair removal now – you won’t regret it! Book a consultation with Este experts to see if laser hair removal for PCOS would be suitable for you, and let us show you the way toward living hair-free! *Note: Laser hair removal works best when the anagen stage (when hair follicles are actively growing and can be targeted by laser) occurs.
