Of all hair removal methods, laser is currently the “in thing.” Some methods are not permanent and therefore require many visits to maintain them, while electrolysis is painful and pass. However, before investing in expensive and permanent laser hair removal, it is important to know if it is suitable for you.

How does laser hair removal work? It targets the melanin in hair follicles. When the laser beam enters the skin, melanin-rich hair follicles transform laser energy into heat, which burns the hair follicle quickly and painlessly, altering the cellular structure in the process until hair gets thinner or stops growing completely.

Two things are needed however to do this correctly. The hair and skin must have a minimum color difference because there are extra precautions that are taken before choosing this option. The hair follicle needs to be growing rather than dormant or resting because this is needed to change the follicle’s structure.

Most people qualify for laser hair removal to remove their fast-growing and coarse hair. Some places that are suitable to perform laser hair removal on are the pubic area and the underarms. Also, the chest, back, and arms might require more sessions of laser removal, varying from person to person.

Although side-effects are quite mild and usually limited to pain, swelling and blistering, persons with sensitive skin or skin problems should advise their practitioner prior to making an appointment, as there are treatments that can reduce these side-effects.

Tanned skin is unsuitable for laser treatment, so most people either wait until normal coloring has returned or go for treatments prior to taking any holiday in the sun. Treatment can take several weeks, so be patient.

It is advisable to check with one’s practitioner if you are taking any medications, as some will clash with treatment and may need to be discontinued for some time. Laser hair removal treatment should also be postponed if you have cuts, blisters, inflammation, or any skin irritations in the area to be treated. Infections will cause your treatment to be postponed, so: Stay Healthy!

Dark marks on the skin such as moles, birthmarks, and beauty spots will attract the beam’s energy, so laser treatment cannot be done near them. If you want proceed with hair removal you can have these marks removed prior to your laser treatment.

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