Do you know everything you need to about Laser hair removal?*
Commercial laser hair removal became available for those wanting to remove unsightly hairs on a more permanent basis in the mid-1990s. Since then, laser hair removal has become one of the most common cosmetic procedures. It works by using pulsing light lasers to disintegrate the hair follicle, meaning that the hair cannot grow back for some time.
As with any cosmetic procedure, there can be some side effects. Common side effects include itchy skin, redness and sometimes swelling. These usually do not last more than a couple of days after the procedure, and are nothing to worry about. Rarer side effects, which do not commonly occur and should be seen by your doctor, are scarring, blistering and changes to the pigmentation of the skin. Darker skin is more prone to pigment changes following the procedure.
It is important to note that laser hair removal is not a permanent procedure. The human body is extremely adept at repairing itself, and in time new hair follicles will develop, and continue to grow hair. This takes time, however, and so laser treatment is an effective long-term solution. Laser treatment is more effective at removing dark hair than blonde hair, although technology is improving all the time. The treatment is also more effective on light skin. On average, laser treatment effectively reduces 80% of hair growth, so it isn’t a 100% effective procedure. Electrolysis will ensure a 100% removal result, but is expensive and painful.
Laser hair removal treatment can sometimes be uncomfortable, and it is recommended to take painkillers an hour or so before having the treatment. Many people do not experience any discomfort, and for those that do it is usually very mild. For full effectiveness, around three treatment sessions is the norm, and the cost per session varies depending on the area of the body that requires treatment, and how many sessions you want. Many practices offer lower prices for multiple treatments.
If you are considering laser hair removal, then it is important to use a reputable clinic with experienced practitioners. Make Yourself Amazing (MYA) use the Soprano XL® laser machine, which is the only laser machine that is completely pain free, and can be used to treat any skin type. Perfect skin is a goal that you can achieve, so why not go for it?
