Does the permanent laser hair removal really live up to the expectations?
As a long time beauty therapist I will do my best to give you the answers to all important questions surrounding the permanent laser hair removal procedure.
Permanent laser hair removal is an effective procedure that is becoming more and more popular. The small list below will help you find if you are a suitable candidate for this treatment.This is extremely important for having a successful Permanent laser hair removal and will save you lots of time and money!
- Both women and men use permanent laser hair removal treatments for removing unwanted hair from their bodies. Permanent laser hair removal is suitable for almost all body areas- face (upper lip, chin, ears ), body (back, underarms, bikini area, buttocks, arms, legs, hands, abdomen, toes).
- Permanent laser hair removal is not cheap by any means. Laser hair removal cost depends on the skin area to be treated. Have in mind that the procedure price also varies depending on the clinic you have chosen.
- Laser hair removal is not a one and done wonder. Usually 4 to 8 treatments, spaced out about a month apart are needed in order to achieve the best results. The interval between the permanent laser hair removal treatments should be strictly followed. The number of treatments depends on various parameters, including the skin area to be treated, coarseness of hair skin, color and sex of the patient.
- Coarse dark hair on light skin is the easiest one to treat and permanent laser hair removal is often accomplished. Hair on darker skin is harder to treat and sometimes only the finer hair is affected. Light skin color with dark hair is the best combination for permanent laser hair removal. Do not feel bad if you are not that type, there new laser systems that are now able to treat patients with dark skin color lighter hair.
- The Side effects that may occur after a laser hair removal treatment are itching, redness and swelling around the treated area. These side reactions should not last more than three days. There are patients who could also get an allergic reaction from the hair removal gel used with some laser machines. The numbing cream may also cause skin irritations. A physician should be consulted if an allergic reaction presents itself after the laser treatment.
- Certain level of pain is to be expected during permanent laser hair removal treatments. The discomfort you’ll feel depend on your skin type, the thickness and density of your hair, the area being treated and your own tolerance of pain.
In a nutshell, accomplishing permanent laser hair removal is possible. In order to achieve maximum results you need to consult with your therapist. You can find more information related to permanent laser hair removal on our website.