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You may be curious to know more about laser hair removal. Most women love the idea of not having to shave their face, under arms, legs or bikini lines ever again. Waxing is not only painful but temporary as well. We will explore how laser hair removal works and some of its benefits and disadvantages.
How does laser hair removal work?
A laser light beam is passed over the skin and reaches the hair follicles. The hair follicles absorb the heat and are completely disabled.
What is the difference between laser hair removal and electrolysis?
Electrolysis is also a process of removing hair with a laser beam. However, it works one hair follicle at a time and is a painful and slow process. Laser hair removal works on a larger area of the skin so it takes less time with little discomfort.
Does laser hair removal work for everyone?
New technological advances in laser hair removal equipment now allow nearly everyone to benefit from this process. At one time only people with light skin and dark hair could have hair removed with laser making this process of hair removal unavailable to people with tans or naturally darker skin tones. There is new equipment available that works for all skin tones; however, this equipment is not widely available.
The hair should be darker than the skin tone. Dark hair on lighter skin tones is easier to treat because the increased melanin levels in dark hair absorbs the laser easily. Blond and red hair is harder to treat because of the lack of melanin and will take more treatments. Also dark skin will absorb the laser power keeping it from reaching the hair follicles. An initial consultation will determine if you are a good candidate for laser hair removal.
Is laser hair removal safe?
Even though laser is used the process is completely safe. There is no radiation residue left in the body after treatments.
Is laser hair removal painful?
Some describe it as a mild stinging sensation while others describe it as a pinch. Some people may experience a minimum of redness and irritation.
How fast does laser hair removal work?
Hair will begin falling out immediately and last for approximately two months. Several treatments are needed to remove all the hair as it reaches certain stages of growth.
The average cost is about $500 per treatment with approximately 3-4 treatments needed to complete the process. Your price and number of treatments will be determined in your spa package.
