subject: Laser Hair Removal Basics [print this page] People do all kinds of things to reduce hair growth. We shave bleach, and pluck it. It takes so much time to do. It even can cause skin irritations if not done properly. The simply fact life is that it will keep growing back. No matter what we do to it, you will have to shave, bleach, and pluck it in the next few days. Fortunately, science is on our side. One does not need to suffer with hair growth. With the help of laser hair removal, your hair can be permanently removed.
How does it work?
Laser hair removal is almost like science fiction at work. Laser is used to heat up your hair follicles. This heat will then triggers a resting state known as a telogen phase. This is a long term phase that tells the body not to produce hair in that area. In simple terms, laser light terminates the ability of hair follicles to produce hair in specific areas.
How is the procedure administered?
Treatments are not one time affairs. For successful hair removal, there are about a series of 4 to 8 sessions that are spaced about 1 to 2 months apart. The procedure will greatly depend on how thick your hair d follicle is and the amount of hair that you wish to remove. One should note that some maintenance hair removal may be required to remove some hair that may grow back.
Most people need a series of 4 to 8 treatments, approximately 4 to 8 weeks apart to achieve permanent hair removal or reduction. Both the thickness of the hair and the amount of hair will be dramatically reduced over the series of treatments. However, to keep an area hair free over time, maintenance treatments may be required maybe once per year or even a touch up with electrolysis to get rid of any spare hairs that may return.
Risks
Just like any medical procedure, there are some risks involved with laser hair removal. The most common of all is the risk of getting laser burns. If the technician is not experienced, he or she may put the laser setting too high and burn your skin. It is critical that they give you proper assessment so they know what kind of machine and setting will work best with you. Make sure that your skin is healthy and not sun burnt before the procedure. Otherwise, the risk of getting injured is higher.
According to Heber Davis Skin Clinic, the most important thing you need to do is to do proper research on the company you are getting treatment from. Make sure that they are certified, licensed, and most importantly, experienced. Choose to get your hair removal done by board-certified dermatologists or doctors.
The Bottom line is prudence.
Do not get it done by people claiming they know how to do it, or by lower prices offered by some non-licensed clinics. Likewise, it is important that you ask around for client testimonials on their services. If you are not comfortable with them, go look for another company or clinic to do it for you. Choosing the right company will save you a lot of pain and grief.
