The Laser Hair
Removal Process
Laser Hair Removal is becoming more popular then ever for
the removal of unwanted body hair. Before making the decision to go forward
with laser hair removal it is important to understand the removal process and
to determine if you would make an ideal candidate for laser hair removal.
Below we are going to talk about some of the most common
questions asked before making a decision to get laser hair removal done.
Is it safe?
Yes, the removal process is safe. Some patients may notice
pinkness or redness to the skin on the treated area. Most commonly the color will
go back to normal in a few minutes up to a few hours. In a few rare cases it
may take a few days for the normal skin color to appear. The skin color
variation will depend greatly on the process used during the hair removal as
there is more than one process available.
What is the laser
hair removal process?
The laser hair removal process works by sending a beam of
laser light to a group of hair follicles with enough power to disable or
destroy the root, but not enough power to harm the surrounding skin. The laser
beam finds the hair follicles by targeting melanin (the substance that gives
skin and hair dark color). People that have dark hair and light skin are the
ideal candidate for laser hair removal. However, it is important to note that
the laser process will not work on those people that have red, grey or real
blonde hair.
Is the hair removal
process painful?
The answer to this question varies greatly by patient as
everyone feels pain differently and no two people are the same. Some patients
have said it feels like a pinch while other patients noted it feels like a
rubber band snapping your skin. For the most part most patients have noted mild
discomfort and in those cases the doctor will usually provide the patient with
a mild anesthetic during the hair removal process.
How long is the hair
removal process? And how many treatments will I need?
Both of these questions don't have a single definitive
answer. The length of time for removal will depend on the area being treated.
How many treatments needed also have many different variables to consider
making the answer different per case - skin tone, hair coloring and the
coarseness of hair are all variable that help determine how many hair removal
treatments will be needed.
While these are our opinions on the laser hair removal
process, it is best to do your research and find out the specifics for your
removal process. It's always best to get more then one opinion and be thorough
before making your decision.
