Laser Hair Removal Therapy

If you're considering laser hair removal you have come to the right place! You probably have a lot of questions about hair removal – this article will give you an overview of the hair removal therapy, and answer some common questions.

There are plenty of extra answers to help you with your own specific situation, and if your query is not answered please post a request in our forum for hair removal issues and you are sure to get the help and support you need in your quest for the right hair removal therapy for you.

What is Laser Hair Removal and how does it work?
At its simplest, laser hair removal is the process of using a laser – a high-intensity beam of light – to target hair root cells, causing the hair to be cast off and in time preventing regrowth.

The melatonin in the hair follicle is the target of the laser used in hair removal, and for this reason hair removal is less effective on white, gray or extremely blonde hair. However, there are new hair removal therapys that can be used for nearly all situations.

The lasers used in hair removal therapy work their magic best on new, baby hairs. This is why, when you arrange your hair removal sessions, you will need to make a number of appointments. After the first treatment you will see hair growing back - these are the next set of hairs that need to be treated.

This is why the timetable of laser hair removal treatments are so important – most people will need at least three repetitions of laser treatment, and you should ensure that you follow your doctor or beauty therapist's schedule closely to get the best results.

Laser hair removal laser treatment are probably the most effective way of preventing or at least managing surplus hair growth, but it is important to realize that no hair removal process is flawless. Laser hair removal is unlikely to remove all your hair in the treatment area permanently – most people have some hair reemergence within a year – but the good news is that hairs that do grow back are likely to be paler and more delicate, and will also respond more quickly and effectively to repeat hair removal therapys.

Are there any risks associated with laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal can be safely used on all areas of the body, including legs, back, stomach and even the sensitive skin of the bikini line and the face.

Lasers are highly powerful rays of light and they can damage tissue – however, the lasers used in hair removal are specially designed to pass safely through the skin, targeting the pigmented cells at the root cells of the hairs, underneath the surface, without damaging the surrounding tissue and the skin.

There are a few contra-indications, or circumstances in which a clinician or a qualified beautician will advise you to wait before commencing hair removal by laser. These include rashes in the areas of the body you wish to have hair removal performed on, and if you have recently had certain acne treatments.

Is laser hair removal appropriate for me?
Laser hair removal is suitable for the vast majority of people and most are highly satisfied with the end results.

If you want a safe, effective hair removal treatment that can leave you with smooth skin and significantly reduce hair regrowth, then you certainly should consider laser hair removal.


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