Laser hair removal is one of the most efficient cosmetic treatments to quickly eliminate unwanted body hair and leave your skin silky smooth. Furthermore, its permanent nature means no more shaving, waxing or depilatory creams!
Laser light heats melanin present in hair follicles to damage it, eventually disabling their ability to continue producing new hair growth. Repeated treatments disable them so they stop producing hair altogether.
How many treatments do I need?
Laser hair removal treatments offer a safe, permanent way to rid yourself of upper lip hair. At Skin Spa New York, we use both Cutera and Inmode laser technologies to develop personalized programs tailored specifically to each patient. At your initial consultation appointment, we’ll determine which laser type will best match up with your skin tone and type of hair; once this treatment plan has been established, a series of sessions can gradually reduce thickness until your upper lip becomes completely free from hair.
What number of laser hair removal treatments will I require? Many men and women experience unwanted body hair growth, particularly on their upper lips. Hair-removal sessions typically are spaced four weeks apart; each session destroys one or more active follicles which contribute to growth; after roughly six laser hair removal treatments you’ll experience smooth and hairless areas on the body including upper lips.
At your initial consultation, we’ll review your full medical history and request laboratory analysis to identify any hormonal imbalances which could contribute to unwanted facial hair growth. Women experiencing hormonal issues may benefit from oral treatments like birth control pills or Spironolactone which will help control symptoms.
If you are worried about wrinkles around the lips, we offer several non-invasive solutions to reduce their appearance, including laser skin resurfacing that can improve texture and increase elasticity in the area. Injections of anti-wrinkle fillers or smokers lines fillers may also help.
Undergoing surgical procedures like facelifts, brow lifts and neck lifts is another way of tightening sagging skin in the upper lip area, though these treatments tend to be much more invasive and costly than their alternatives.
How long will the treatments take?
Your treatment sessions will depend on the size of the areas you’re treating; treating small areas such as your chin or upper lip could take just minutes; while larger areas like legs may require up to 30 minutes.
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective solution to unwanted body hair, whether on the face or body. A laser combines light energy with heat to target specific follicles for permanent destruction while simultaneously inhibiting future hair growth by inhibiting their production. Laser treatments also significantly speed up hair removal processes like shaving, waxing or plucking as they have far fewer risks or side-effects compared to these alternatives.
For optimal results, regular laser hair removal sessions are key to achieving permanent hair reduction. Individual treatment regimens vary, though most patients need six or more sessions before seeing permanent reduction. At your consultation appointment, our team can develop a tailor-made plan tailored specifically to you based on your aesthetic goals and personal needs.
Before your laser hair removal treatment session, we advise shaving the area of your body that will be targeted by laser. Shaving ensures the laser targets hair follicles directly, and any makeup or lotion in this area must be kept out. Your provider will then use their laser wand to slowly move over each surface section treating each section at once.
Soon after your laser treatment session, you may notice hair falling out in your treatment area. This is normal and indicates that your hair growth cycle has been disrupted; any remaining hairs should become thinner and lighter over time for improved skin smoothness and clarity.
Most laser hair removal treatments cause no or minimal side effects for most people, while redness, swelling or bumps near the treatment site may occur; usually these symptoms subside within days on their own. If symptoms persist after this timeframe, consult a dermatologist or another medical provider who may prescribe cream or medication to soothe discomfort.
How much will it cost?
If you’re tired of shaving, waxing and tweezing to reduce unwanted facial hair, laser hair removal could be the perfect solution to help. FDA-approved, this cosmetic procedure destroys specific hair follicles to help stop or delay new growth; making this method much less painful than traditional methods of hair removal.
Cost of laser hair removal varies based on factors like your location and type of laser used; diode lasers tend to be more costly than alexandrite or Nd:YAG lasers, as will be the number of sessions required; group buying options could also provide savings opportunities. To find the best value solution, do your research or consider shopping around as these will all play an integral part of ensuring an ideal cost/benefit balance is reached.
Before going in for laser hair removal treatments, it is advised that you shave the area to remove excess hair. Any additional methods, such as tweezing, plucking or waxing could render laser treatments ineffective and could require additional anesthetic creams for added comfort. During a laser session itself, an anesthetic may also be applied locally for added comfort.
After your laser hair removal treatment, you may experience redness or swelling in the treated area. To alleviate discomfort, cold compresses or ice packs may help soothe any pain in this area. In order to allow proper skin healing to occur, sun exposure and tanning beds should be avoided until fully recovered; additionally a broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen should also be worn regularly as protection from sun damage.
Typically, 6-12 laser hair removal treatments will suffice to achieve permanent hair reduction; however, timeframes may differ depending on individual skin tone and hair color factors.
Laser hair removal may seem expensive at first, but in the long run it is much less costly than shaving, waxing or tweezing. Plus, the treatment could save money in terms of eliminating regular salon or barber appointments altogether.
If you are considering laser hair removal, consulting a specialist experienced with treating your skin tone and hair color is recommended. A consultation provides a great opportunity to learn more about the procedure as well as determine whether it will be right for you.
How do I know if I’m a good candidate for laser hair removal?
Before making the decision to undergo laser hair removal, there are a few key points you should remember about its treatment. First and foremost is that treatments may take some time to see results, may cause pain but many clinics offer pain relievers to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Furthermore, there may be risks involved that although rare can include burns, hyper or hypo pigmentation of skin cells and scarring. These risks are uncommon but you should nonetheless undergo your treatments with an established clinic following instructions given during each session for maximum efficiency and minimized issues by adhering closely during every appointment and following their instructions precisely throughout.
Laser hair removal should not be seen as a quick fix to unwanted facial hair; multiple sessions will likely be required to permanently rid yourself of unwanted upper lip hair. Before making this decision, always consult with a qualified medical spa supervised by a board-certified dermatologist like Dr. Michele Green in NYC; this will reduce risks of unwanted side effects while guaranteeing that you receive safe care from technicians trained for this procedure.
Laser hair removal works by targeting an active hair follicle with a light beam, damaging its structure and stopping further hair growth. To be effective, multiple sessions must be administered at regular intervals determined by your specific hair and skin type based on when your hair grows back; in general this should occur every 4-8 weeks for facial areas; legs may require multiple re-treatment sessions in total.
Your consultation will cover all the above points and help create a customized treatment plan to address them. In addition, any questions or voice any concerns that come up can also be discussed and whether laser hair removal is right for you or not.
