Laser hair removal is an extremely effective method to reduce unwanted hair. Discusses the benefits, cost, risks, expectations and drawbacks of having it done.
Is your unwanted hair causing you embarrassment and keeping you from enjoying life to the fullest? If so,
I'd like to tell you about a wonderful process called laser hair removal.
It's actually a medical procedure which utilizes laser light. It's an intense light that pulsates through the skin into the follicle, removes hair like magic. What really happens is, the heat from the beam of laser light damages the follicle and prohibits future growth. Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it?
What are the benefits?
- Precise procedure. Lasers target hair and don't damage skin.
- Speed. Large areas can be covered in a few seconds.
- Good predictions. More than 90% of clients are completely satisfied with the amount of hair removed.
What are the drawbacks?
- It works best on people with dark hair and light skin.
- It's not as effective for people with gray, white, blonde or red hair due to the pigment content.
- It isn't a 100% guarantee for permanent removal.
- It generally takes several treatments if loss extension is desired.
- It may require additional treatments over a period of time for maintenance purposes.
What are the risks?
- It isn't always permanent.
- There are side effects: redness, swelling, irritation to skin and minor discomfort are possible but don't last long.
- The best thing you can do to prepare yourself for laser hair removal is to seek out a board-certified doctor whose specialty is dermatology and/or cosmetic surgery.
Beware of having this procedure done at a place like the mall, a spa or a hair salon. You need to have it done by a professional with plenty of experience.
A specialist will look at your medical history as well as what medications you may be taking. He will also inform you of the risks and just what you can expect.
As far as cost is concerned, unfortunately, it's considered cosmetic surgery and most likely won't be covered by any insurance. Be prepared to pay out of your own pocket. Ask the doctor if he has a payment plan to meet your budget expenses.
What are the expectations?
- There may be some swelling and redness for the first few hours. Apply ice if needed. Aloe Vera is a wonderful product to help reduce any surface side effects.
- Stay out of the sun and tanning beds until your skin has fully healed. Use sunscreen.
- There could be some possible shedding of hair for a short while afterwards. Please note - this is not new growth.
Laser hair removal is an effective and completely safe method to help you eliminate the repetitive measures of waxing, tweezing or shaving. It's well worth considering. Right up there with Botox injections, it's probably the most common cosmetic technique in the U.S. today.
If you feel as if your unwanted, excess hair is causing you too much discomfort and embarrassment, there's no point in suffering any longer. Contact a specialist today.
