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What should you Expect During and After laser hair removal?
Posted by admin in You should know ... on January 26, 2010
It may be useful to know what you’ll experience during and after your laser hair treatment sessions.
For example, if you’re having this procedure in Chicago, where the equipments are ultra-high-tech, most probably it will be like this: at first you’ll wear goggles so your eyes won’t be exposed to light from the laser. A stinging sensation will indicate you that the laser has been activated. Of course, you may ask for a topical anaesthetic, but most people can tolerate laser hair removal without the help of such medicine.
The laser hair removal procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours depending on the area. After the laser session, you may notice a red colour on your skin. But that’s nothing to worry about, because the redness is actually a sign that the procedure went well. However, most people don’t experience any redness at all.
Also, after the laser hair removal you should avoid sun exposure or tanning and make sure you use sunscreen with a high SPF. Some doctors also advise that you should avoid exercise and strenuous activity for the first 24 hours so as not to perspire and cause increased irritation.
On average, people need between three and five sessions to really see results, meaning about 80% hair reduction in the area treated. However, to completely eliminate the maximum number of hairs (70-95%) one should undergo a course of procedures with an interval of 1.5 – 2 – 3 months.
Laser Hair Removal For Men In Chicago
Posted by admin in You should know ... on January 26, 2010
Hello, Gentlemen! Let us tell you that laser hair removal is not just for ladies anymore. For those of you wondering how laser hair removal works, it targets the melanin (the dark pigment that gives hair its color), as the melanin absorbs the laser’s light, the resulting heat basically kills the surrounding hair follicles. Laser hair removal for men can be a great solution for excessive hair on the back, chest, neck, and abdomen.
Unlike other options, laser hair removal can thin hair, rather than removing it completely, so males can choose the look they want. The reason for pursuing male laser hair removal can be as simple as sex appeal. The bottom line is many women don’t find body hair attractive; laser hair removal might bring a certain level of increased sexual confidence.
Results for men can vary, so it’s good to know what male laser hair removal can and can’t do, and if you decide to have it done, how to get the best results.
What you first have to do is to contact several hair removal clinics, and talk to the doctors or technicians. In fact, here are a few steps to follow in order to get the best results:
- Avoid tanning or the use of self-tanning lotions.
- Make sure your doctor will use a proper hair removal laser because there are several kinds of lasers, for fair skin, for dark skin etc.
- Three days before the laser hair removal procedure, shave the area scheduled for laser hair removal. Keep in mind that you are not allowed to use wax or electrolysis.
- Perform an exfoliating treatment about ten days after a laser hair removal session, when the shedding of hair begins
- For a month or more after treatment, avoid tanning or sunless tanners, while your skin is still sensitive.
Laser hair removal for dark skin
Posted by admin in You should know ... on January 26, 2010
When the laser hair removal industry first appeared, people with darker skin tones had almost no option when it came to permanent laser hair removal. But, thankfully, laser technology has evolved and it’s constantly improving in order to overcome this problem. Basically, if you have a dark skin tone and want to have a laser hair removal procedure, those are the steps to follow:
- First of all, you must find a physician with experience performing laser hair removal on people with dark skin tones
- Before the laser hair removal procedure, you must ask your doctor to protect the skin’s surface by cooling it. It may be a spray or any other contact cooling method.
- Make sure that your doctor uses a laser with a longest wavelength of light. Why doing that? Because skin with melanin absorbs short wavelengths, so your doctor must use a longer wavelength to get through your skin.
- Also, you must make sure that the laser’s pulse is altered during the procedure. It’s strongly recommended the use of longer pulse duration for thicker hairs and leaving the light on for a much shorter period of time for the thinner hairs.
- You must be aware of the fact that laser hair removal for dark skin requires at least three sessions in order to get the best results.
- Apply proper creams after the treatment in order to get rid of the redness that may appear.
The total number of treatments will depend on what part of the body is involved, of course, as areas like the back and chest will require more time than an underarm or pubic hair removal procedure. However, make sure you cover all of your bases and find the best physician before beginning your treatment plan.
Tips:
- Use just a little makeup and moisturizer following treatment.
- Exfoliate your skin afterwards because hair will continue to shed.
Use sun block with at least SPF 25 following laser hair removal.
Laser hair removal – Frequent Asked Questions
Posted by admin in Laser Hair Removal FAQ on January 26, 2010
You must have wondered at least once if laser hair removal is the right alternative for you. In order to decide for the best, the most frequent asked questions:
How long does laser hair removal treatment take?
Well, here is an approximate guide:
- Bikini Line 8-10 minutes
- Chin 2-3 minutes
- Legs 1½ -3 hours
- Underarms 1-2 minutes
- Back 1½ -3 hours
- Shoulders 10-20 minutes
- Upper lip less than 1 minute
How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal is, generally, a three-step process and there is absolutely no significant recovery period you must go through after having the treatment. In fact, laser hair removal is a very effective, fast, gentle, safe and skin care alternative method for hair removal and it’s designed to use a low-energy laser to gently and permanently remove unwanted hair.
What are the side effects of laser hair removal?
The one and only main side effect is a certain redness, a “sunburn-like” reaction. But that’s actually a good sign, showing that the hair removal procedure went well. However, it is important to listen to the practitioner carefully and apply post- treatment creams.
Will my insurance cover laser hair removal?
No. Currently, it is not seen as a medical procedure. However, laser hair removal is an out-of-pocket expense that anyone can afford.
Am I a right candidate for laser hair removal?
Generally, laser hair removal works best with dark coarse hair. Light skin and dark hair are an ideal combination, but new lasers are now able to target dark black hair even for patients with dark skin.
Laser Hair Removal: Busted Myths – part one
Posted by admin in Hair Removal Myths on January 26, 2010
Although laser hair removal is a common practice, there are many misconceptions that can guide you on the wrong path. Basically, there are several myths around laser hair removal, that distort representations about its possibilities. Let’s check some of the most important ones:
- Myth 1. Laser hair removal is harmful to health
Nothing more untrue! The truth is that the depth of laser penetration it reaches only to hair follicles and the laser beam is smoothly sliding on the skin surface without damaging it. The only thing that may occur is a certain redness, but it disappears soon after the procedure and it’s a sign that the laser hair removal procedure went well.
- Myth 2. Laser hair removal is very expensive
In order this myth to be busted, just think how much money you spend during one year on razors, creams and other hair removal tools. Then compare the result with the laser hair removal procedure – basically it consists of 6 or 8 sessions with intervals of 2 or 3 months. Now you judge the difference!
- Myth 3. After the laser hair removal, the hair will grow more stringent than before
This is also a totally untrue myth. On the contrary, hair is significantly reduced and by the third or fourth session you can already notice a persistent long-term effect.