A focused light beam (laser) is used in the medical treatment of laser hair removal to remove unwanted hair.
Legs, armpits, the upper lip, the chin, and the bikini line are among the common areas treated. With the exception of the eyelid or vicinity, it is possible to cure undesirable hair in almost any place.
How does Laser Hair Removal work?
Our cutting-edge, medical class IV lasers generate a light beam with a particular wavelength that is directed at the melanin pigment in the hair. The energy is subsequently absorbed by the melanin and transformed into heat. As a result, the heat permanently eliminates the hair by destroying the hair follicle. The laser will work more efficiently the more melanin there is.
Future development of the hair is nearly never feasible after the hair follicle has been destroyed. Depending on the patient’s age and the area being treated, the therapy can remove between 80 and 95 percent of hair.
Laser hair removal for the body and face is safe and effective. For women who are dissatisfied or encounter problems shaving, it is a good, long-term alternative.
How to prepare
Make an appointment for a consultation with the doctor before laser hair removal to ascertain whether this is the best course of therapy for you.
These are likely actions your doctor will take:
- Examine your medical history, paying particular attention to drug usage, any history of skin conditions or scarring, and previous hair removal techniques.
- Conduct a patch test on the area; • Discuss risks, advantages, and expectations, including what laser hair removal can and cannot achieve for you.
- Do a patch test
The practitioner will also offer specific instructions to prepare for laser hair removal.
These might include:
- Avoiding direct sunlight. Whenever possible, avoid the sun both before and after treatment. Apply a broad-spectrum, SPF30 sunscreen before going outside every time.
- Steer clear of other hair removal techniques. The hair follicle should not be disturbed by electrolysis, waxing, or plucking for at least four weeks prior to treatment.
- Refraining from taking blood thinners. Before the procedure, find out from your doctor which medications you should avoid, such as aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Shave the affected region. It is advised to trim and shave the day before laser therapy. The hair shaft is left intact beneath the skin’s surface, however it eliminates hair that is above the skin and may cause burns to the skin’s surface.
What to expect
Six to eight sessions are typically needed for laser hair removal. Depending on the location, a different amount of time will pass between treatments. Depending on how quickly the hair grows, the treatment may need to be repeated after four to eight weeks on places like the upper lip. The treatment may be administered every 4 to 6 weeks on parts of the body where hair grows slowly, like the back.
You will put on specialised goggles for each treatment to shield your eyes from the laser beam. If necessary, a helper might reshave the area.
A handheld laser equipment will be pressed against your skin by the practitioner. To protect your skin and reduce the danger of side effects, a cooling device on the laser’s tip or a cold gel may be used, depending on the type of laser.
You may experience pain when the laser is turned on, such as a warm pinprick, and you’ll likely experience coldness from the cooling device or gel.
A small area, like the upper lip, might just require a few minutes of treatment. A wider area, such the back, may require 20 to 30 minutes to treat.After the procedure might notice redness and swelling for the first few hours after laser hair removal.After laser hair removal and between scheduled treatments, avoid sunlight and don’t use a tanning bed. Use a broad-spectrum SPF30 sunscreen daily.
Results
Your hair will gradually fall out over the course of a few days to a few weeks. It could appear like the hair is still growing. Because hair growth and loss cycle naturally, it is typically necessary to receive multiple treatments. Laser hair treatment is most effective when applied to hair follicles that are just beginning to grow.
The majority of people have hair removal that lasts for several years. However, permanent hair removal is not a certainty with laser hair removal. Hair normally grows back finer and lighter in colour.
For long-term hair reduction, you might require follow-up laser treatments.