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What are the Benefits of Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

Laser Hair removal is one of the best ways for effective hair removal. Traditional methods of hair removal like waxing and shaving benefitted only temporarily.  While Laser hair removal treatment provides a lasting and effective solution for getting rid of unwanted hair. Although, it does not completely rid of hair, but provides 50-95 percent reduction of new hair. Also, the new hair that grows will be finer and easier to maintain.

Check out some of the major advantages of laser hair removal:-

  1. The duration of the treatments is not longer

The procedure of Laser hair removal treatment is much quicker. It takes about half an hour to perform treatment on underarms or the bikini area. And, it will only take about an hour for areas like arms and legs. You need not spend all day in the clinic when having laser hair removal done.

  1. You will save cash in the long run

When you get laser hair reduction done, you reduce the need for using shaving cream or razors, etc. Laser hair removal is economical. It takes much lesser time and will give you an overall longer lasting result.

  1. Helps Eliminate Ingrown Hairs

Undergoing laser hair removal process, you can prevent and eliminate ingrown hairs. It is quite popular and one of the best solutions for hair removal. It helps to assure that you don’t suffer from ingrown hair and risk having to have it removed. The procedure of Laser hair removal is excellent for people who have sensitive skin and suffer from skin irritation.

  1. You Don’t Require to Grow Hair Between Treatments

If you choose to go for laser hair treatment, unlike with waxing, you can shave in between your treatments. This suggests that you no longer have to wait to grow your hair out. It is true due to the fact that with laser hair removal you can shave as much as you want in between the treatment sessions.

How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal?

Before undergoing laser hair removal treatment, you should check with your doctor to ensure you are a suitable candidate for the treatment. You should avoid waxing, plucking, etc. for few weeks before the treatment.

After the treatment, for a day or two, your skins will look and feel sunburned.  You can use moisturizers and cool compresses. It is important to make sure to wear sunscreen to prevent temporary color changes in the skin.

How does the laser hair removal procedure eliminate the hair?

In the procedure, the lasers emit a light at a specific wavelength. It will be absorbed by the pigment of the hair follicle without damaging the skin around it. The light is converted into heat energy. And, this removes the hair follicle, thus, preventing hair growth.

How many treatments are needed?

It will take about six to eight treatments to achieve a full clear area. But, in some of the cases there is a  need for four treatments only.

What are the expected risks of laser hair removal treatment?

The laser treatment does not remove skin. Hence, there are very low risks. However, Laser hair removal damages the follicles of the targeted hairs. Many people experience redness and irritation type feeling in the affected areas. The skin may even appear to swell slightly. You may experience skin crusting in the affected area. This is normally a minor issue.

Is it painful?

Laser hair reduction is slightly painful. There are numbing creams that can be used to make the experience more comfortable if you have sensitive skin.

 

 

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