The Ins And Outs Of Laser Hair Removal
More and more often woman are turning to professional help to get rid of unwanted hair
. Shaving, waxing, tweezing, and even the creams have many downsides, which make laser removal a desired alternative. If you are one of those people considering this service, keep reading for all you need to know before you make the commitment.
What it is
You probably know what a laser is, but in this instance, that highly concentrated light is going to be focused on your body. However, don't fear a severed leg. The light that is directed at you will be absorbed by hair follicles, destroying the hair within. As the second most common cosmetic procedure in this country, you can feel secure in the fact that this method of hair removal has been tested many, many times.
The Benefits
Aside from doing away with razor burn and tedious plucking, there are many benefits to choosing to undergo laser hair removal. This procedure can be used on arms or legs, but it is also useful in the areas that are more difficult to maintain, such as the bikini line, underarm and face.
The lasers are precise, which means you can rid of just the unwanted hair and keep everything else, including your intact skin. They are also fast. The pulse occurs in a fraction of a second and removes several hairs at a time. In one second you will be rid of a square inch of hair. Say goodbye to mustache misery in a matter of a minute. The effects are long lasting, if not permanent. Ninety percent report that they have said goodbye to hair for good after just five sessions.
Prepping Yourself
Number one on your list of things to do prior to the procedure should be a background check on the office you have chosen. Ensure they have the experience and training necessary to be working so closely with your body. Take a close look at before and after pictures or even speak with former patients, if you happen to know any. Also, before you say goodbye, you have to live with your hair for a while.
This is not a test to ensure you really want to part ways, but instead a way to let the hair reach a reasonable length making it easier to target. So, let it grow for six weeks. It will be worth it. Finally, avoid the sun. That's right; sun exposure will decrease the effectiveness of the procedure and may even leave you with more complications after the fact. So, say hello to long closes and sun hats for those same six weeks- hey, it's a good way to hide the growing hair!
The Ins and Outs of the Day Of
You've made it. It is now the day of the planned procedure. You will be led into the room where the laser is set up and your hair that you have worked so hard to grow will be trimmed. Then, the laser will be set to adjust for color, thickness, location on the body, and even the color of your skin. Once prepped, the laser will be ready to begin, but first you will have to don some gorgeous protective eye-wear and the skin in the desired location will be treated with a cold gel to keep it cool.
Let the pulsing begin. Now, the laser will be put to work. The first pulse is used as a test to ensure the correct settings were achieved and also to ensure your skin does not react unfavorably. For a few minutes or an hour or more (depending on the treated area), you will be under the laser.
At the end, cold compresses or aloe will be used to calm the area and depending on your needs, you will be set to schedule the next session in four to six weeks. The treatments are continued until the hair stops growing.
by: Roger Ubik
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