Laser Hair Removal
Sep 28, 2009 Laser Hair Article
Laser hair removal is used to get rid of unwanted body hair. It is a medical procedure that involves the use of laser light (strong beam of light) that passes through the skin. This beam of light of the objectives of the hair follicle and destroys its strong heat. Laser therapy is performed mostly on the chin, shoulders, buttocks, back, chest, hands, toes, upper lip, legs, underarms and bikini line. Laser hair removal slows hair growth, but several treatments are taken then the long-term hair removal is very likely.
To reduce the hair for a long period of time, multiple treatments are given, generally five to seven. Treatments are given 3 to 12 weeks apart in the home. The number of treatments and the difference between them depends on the location of the hair.
Electrolysis is another method of hair removal. Guarantees of electrolysis and permanent hair removal can be used on all skin types.
Laser hair removal is a costly affair, but people find it worth spending because of the results it gives to remove hair and reduce their growth too. The cost of treatment depends on several factors, including the place where you do, the area of your body, the number of sessions required for complete removal of hair from the area, etc.
There are some side effects and risks involved in laser hair removal. These risks are mainly of the skin. The skin could get burnt, get darker, swelling could form around the hair follicle and flare of acne could occur. Laser treatment of security depends on the color of a person’s skin and hair color. If you have dark hair and fair skin, then the probability of success is greater. On the other hand, if the hair color of the person is light, then the treatment might not work. Treatment can be successful in people with darker skin too. To minimize the risks, a qualified medical professional should be consulted for treatment.
The main side effects are hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin), hypopigmentation (lightening of the skin), blistering and scarring, changes in skin texture, crusting and hair changes. Most of these side effects are temporary. In the case of changes in hair, side effects can be treated with additional treatments.
Laser hair removal has a number of sessions performed after a period of time. To achieve a satisfactory level of permanent hair removal sessions requires 5 to 7. These sessions are necessary to treat hair that is inactivated after a session and starts to grow again after some time. These hairs are removed and their growth stops permanently through session after session until you get the desired results. In some rare cases a complete growth may reappear after some time. This happens mostly in cases of blond.
Laser hair removal is a good option for those with thick hair growth and lead a hectic life and have no time for regular waxing.
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