Laser hair removal is an efficient, pain-free treatment option to cut down the time you spend shaving, waxing, or plucking hairs. Most patients describe it as feeling like having a rubber band snap against their skin during this procedure.
Real results may take several sessions to realize, yet this procedure is safe for most skin and hair colors.
Underarms
Women and men who struggle with having their pits shaved can find laser hair removal to be an effective and less-painful solution. The procedure itself takes only minutes, while heat from the laser damages hair follicles to stop producing new hair follicles altogether and, over time, reduces stubble and bumps as well as eliminating time-consuming waxing or shaving sessions that often produce bumps in between sessions.
Laser hair removal can provide an ideal solution to those whose thick, dark underarm hair makes wearing certain clothing impossible. Laser can permanently eradicate unwanted underarm hair as well as ingrown hairs and razor burn, thus providing lasting relief from this problem.
Laser hair removal on legs is another popular treatment option. Treatment can range from comprehensive coverage from ankle to thigh or only limited bikini line hair removal; results of both can last long-term and increase confidence immensely.
For optimal results, patients should shave their legs two to three days prior to visiting a treatment facility and avoid tanning beds and use sunscreen when outside. Technicians at the facility will ensure patients are ready for treatments by applying topical anesthetic before the laser’s wand is used on their skin.
Due to thin skin on their chests, patients may experience more discomfort from laser hair removal than other areas; however, most clients are still able to tolerate any slight pain caused by laser hair removal treatments. This is particularly true if their practitioner uses a 1.5 cm2 spot size; this maintains precision while simultaneously treating more skin.
Bikini Line
Bikini hair tends to be thicker and darker than in other areas, making laser treatment more efficient than other options for hair removal. Laser can help women achieve a refined and polished appearance in this sensitive area while simultaneously eliminating pain and irritation associated with other methods. Furthermore, laser can be used permanently eliminate unwanted hair in all pubic regions called Brazilian hair removal.
Laser treatment of the chest and back are also among the most effective forms of hair removal, particularly on the latter’s hard to reach areas like shaving or tweezing; its results are difficult to spot as hair grows back so quickly. Laser hair removal provides a permanent solution for unwanted hair in these areas as well as treating an overgrowth of back hair known as hirsutism.
Laser hair removal typically benefits those with darker skin more than those with lighter complexions, since melanin pigmentation allows laser light to target this target more efficiently. But thanks to recent advances in laser technology, this treatment now available for people of all Fitzpatrick skin types.
Before undergoing body laser hair removal, it’s essential that tanning or self-tanner be avoided on the treated area for several weeks beforehand. Furthermore, it would be wise to steer clear of medications such as retinoids and alpha hydroxy acids which could increase light sensitivity.
Chest
Fuzz on the chest or back can be particularly unattractive and embarrassing, particularly for men who prefer smooth torsos. Instead of shaving away unwanted hair with razors or waxing machines, laser hair removal treatments will thin and remove those pesky locks; furthermore they may eliminate shaving in sensitive groin areas altogether!
Hair in these areas tends to absorb sweat and create body odor that many would rather do without. With just a few laser hair removal sessions, sweat absorption in these areas will significantly be decreased; plus removing this unwanted hair will leave the skin much smoother than before, even just in groin/torso areas.
Laser hair removal offers more benefits than just the obvious reduction or elimination of unwanted body hair on chest, neck and groin areas. In addition to that, depilation, shaving and waxing – which may cause painful bumps, folliculitis and pigmentation issues – may become obsolete with laser technology. It means you’ll spend much less time shaving or depilating and more time relaxing and enjoying!
Laser hair removal performed by an experienced doctor or aesthetician is typically very well tolerated by patients, with most reporting only slight discomfort akin to having a rubber band snap against their skin. Our caring team strives to make your experience as pleasurable and may offer topical anesthesia if necessary. You may see some redness and swelling after treatment which should subside over time; during this recovery phase avoid direct sunlight on the treated area and don’t use tanning beds.
Back
Laser treatments could be an ideal way to permanently reduce back hair or remove unsightly vellus hair on arms and shoulders, without ever needing shaving again. Laser treatment works by targeting individual hairs with pulses of light from a laser; their pigment absorbs this light which converts into heat damage to their follicle, thus no longer producing new hair follicles and damaging it further – eventually the coarseness of new growth decreases over time.
At times, your hair might go into complete remission; however, in most cases you will require touch-up sessions once or twice annually to maintain desired results. According to dermatologist Dr. Margarita Lolis, four to six treatments sessions over four to six week intervals should suffice in achieving success.
For optimal results, it is key to properly prepare for laser treatment sessions. This means avoiding waxing, plucking and using hair dissolving creams prior to your appointment date. In addition, wear loose clothing and try not to expose yourself directly to sunlight – particularly while at a beach or pool!
Before your appointment, a technician will clean you carefully and apply a numbing gel. He or she will then use the laser to target hair follicles – you might hear popping sounds as these follicles are destroyed – before using chemical-powered or perfumed lotions or soaps on treated areas to destroy remaining ones. By taking these simple steps after laser hair removal treatments are complete, you can enjoy smooth and hairless skin for years to come – it’s a great alternative to shaving or waxing that can take time and lead to ingrown hairs!
Face
Laser hair removal on the face is safe and effective. Although treatment may cause redness or swelling immediately afterward, such effects usually subside rapidly.
Before beginning laser treatment, a dermatologist cleans and preps the area before donning protective goggles to protect their eyes from its light beam. Next, an experienced laser professional uses handheld device to move over skin spot by spot while targeting active-growth hair follicles with pulses of energy similar to rubber band snapping against skin surface. A topical anesthetic may be applied prior to laser treatment for added comfort; however this isn’t always necessary.
Before laser treatments, it is recommended that you limit sun exposure and apply broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen daily to avoid hyperpigmentation. In addition, it is also important that no plucking, waxing, or other forms of hair removal be used on treated areas for several weeks prior to laser hair removal treatments – this allows time for active-growth phase hair follicles to reach full maturity so laser can work.
Before attending your sessions, it is also wise to avoid any products which increase skin cell turnover such as scrubs, retinol creams, glycolic acid and similar treatments that promote cell renewal such as scrubs. Wait at least a week before applying fake tanning solutions of any sort.
Laser treatments offer more than just hair removal; they can also benefit your skin in other ways. For instance, it may help diminish fine lines and wrinkles on your forehead and cheeks as well as other parts of the face that tend to develop them with age. Furthermore, it may eliminate the need for depilation, shaving and waxing which often leads to irritation, ingrown hairs or breakouts in those affected.
