Do hair removal cause dents, cuts, and burns? Does shaving, waxing, or plucking drive you crazy? If so, you may want to consider this option.
What is laser hair removal?
It is a medical procedure that uses a laser to remove unwanted hair. In the United States, it has become one of the most common cosmetic procedures in most major cities, including Las Vegas, Nevada.
How is the procedure performed?
The laser uses a highly concentrated beam of light to selectively penetrate the hair follicles. The light is then absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle, destroying the hair within the follicle and preventing future hair growth.
Although it can effectively slow the growth of hairs, it does not guarantee permanent hair removal. Usually, several treatments are required to treat unwanted hair. Periodic maintenance treatments may also be required.
Are lasers safe?
Lasers are primarily used for unwanted hair removal on the face, legs, underarms, upper lip, chin, and bikini line. Lasers can selectively and precisely target hairs while leaving the surrounding skin intact; one laser pulse lasts only a few seconds and can treat several hairs at the same time.
Almost any area of unwanted hair can be removed, but laser hair removal is not recommended for the eyelids and surrounding area due to the risk of serious damage to the eyes.
Preparation for Treatment
As with all medical procedures, this treatment must be performed by a qualified professional, such as a physician or healthcare professional. Caution should be exercised when the treatment is performed by non-medical professionals, such as spas and esthetic salons.
Hair color and skin tone affect the success of laser hair removal.
For example, people with fair skin and dark hair color are more likely to have a successful treatment because the laser beam targets the pigment (melanin) in the hair. However, advances in technology have made laser hair removal safe and effective for dark-skinned and fair-skinned patients as well.
Prior to laser hair removal, you will need to schedule a consultation with a physician. During this visit, the physician will :
Review your medical history, including any medications you are taking.
Explain the risks, benefits, and expectations, including what laser hair removal can and cannot do for you.
Review your options and answer any questions you may have about laser hair removal.
Take photographs for before-and-after and long-term follow-up evaluations.
Be sure to discuss your treatment plan and related costs during your consultation. Laser hair removal is usually a cost the patient must pay.
In addition, the physician will give specific advice on preparing for laser hair removal.
Do not go out in the sun. Some doctors recommend staying out of the sun for up to six weeks before laser hair removal. Sun exposure increases the risk of side effects such as skin whitening. If you have been burned by sun exposure or the use of sunless tanning products, wait until the sunburn is completely gone before performing laser hair removal. Sunburn may reduce the effectiveness of laser hair removal and increase the risk of post-treatment complications.
Avoid hair removal, waxing, and electrolysis. If you are considering laser hair removal, please avoid other hair removal methods such as waxing and electrolysis, as they destroy the hair follicle and interfere with laser hair removal. Shaving is acceptable as it is gentle on the hair shaft and follicle. Some studies have shown that shaving before laser hair removal improves its effectiveness.
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