subject: With Laser Hair Removal, You Pay Not To Shave Ever Again [print this page] People would find it a great pleasure to get rid of daily shaving and the ordeal of waxing. It would be a dream come true for those who can finally be rid of facial or body hair forever. Laser hair removal technology has evolved these past 12 years in such a way that one can already get the preferred outcome after just a few sessions. During a treatment, the hair follicle is aimed at with a special kind of light that is set on a specified wavelength. Thermal or mechanical damage is inflicted on the follicle, but the surrounding tissue is not harmed in any way.
The laser would only work if the hair is in its active cycle, so it would be necessary for treatment to be repeated a few more times. All it takes is four 10 to 15 minute sessions to eliminate unwanted hair in one small part of the body. Removing hair from the legs or back would require about six 30 to 45 minute sessions. Because the effectiveness of the process is only significant when the follicle is in its growth phase, the treatment is done at intervals of about four to five weeks.
Prior to treatment, the patient must avoid tanning, waxing, or tweezing for some weeks. Shaving does not keep the laser from being able to target the hair follicle, so it is allowed. Most who take the treatment describe the laser pulsing as something like a pinch, and state that they took it quite well. The option to apply topical anesthetic cream is made available to more sensitive people. There would be times when the area would become slightly red. The advice specialists give to clients who might have this case is to avoid the sun for a few days and also to put on sun block.
An award winning plastic surgeon who has done his share of laser hair treatments has pointed out that there are numerous requests for the procedure. Another doctor at a local spa points out that this is the perfect solution for people who don't want to wax or shave ever again. She had training to become a certified technician and claims that clients are comfortable being treated at her spa.
Another physician says that he sometimes performs 15 procedures a day. More than one fourth of the clients are men who don't want to have hair on their necks, shoulders, or backs. Physicians at a local clinic also perform laser hair removal and says that there is a growing trend among men and women to do away with unwanted hair safely and permanently. These specialists point out that only those who had received training are qualified to do the procedure.
Improper use of laser equipment has led to burns and permanent skin pigment damage. The professional involved should not be ignorant of medical problems and prescriptions since the process may be affected by these things. The cost for the treatments varies from about $100 to $250 for a 15 minute session. A patient says that it's well worth it, and it's such a relief not to have to shave or wax anymore.
