Laser Hair Removal
The Holy Grail of Hair removal! I've been looking into this lately as an alternative to electrolsis.
If you're tired of shaving, waxing or plucking body hair only to have it return days later, you may be interested in laser hair removal. Laser hair removal systems use laser light — an intense, pulsating beam of light — to remove unwanted hair. Whether it's on your face, arms, legs or other areas, laser hair removal may be an option if you seek long-term results.
Who is Laser Hair Removal most effective on? Hair color and skin type are the key factors that influence the success of laser hair removal. It's most successful on people with dark hair (brown or black) and light skin. However, it can also be used on people with darker skin types. - Guess what 'boys' that means you! light skin, and large dark hairs gone forever! Sounds great to me!
How does it feel?
When the laser is activated, you feel a stinging sensation. Oftentimes a topical local anesthetic is applied before the procedure to reduce discomfort. The procedure causes a slight charring of stubble. You may notice a strong odor of singed hair, which is normal.
How long the procedure takes depends on the area of the body involved. A small area such as the upper lip may take several minutes. A larger area such as the back may require several hours.
Ok, sounds good, but is it permenant?
Studies show that for suitable candidates, hair removal lasers can reduce hair counts by 40 percent to 80 percent. Results vary from person to person, however, and some people respond better to treatment than others.
Multiple treatments can prolong the duration of hair loss, but hair regrowth is possible. Also as you age, unwanted hair growth inevitably continues, and you may need repeat treatments in the future.
In the long run, you will have to get rid of that hair again in the future (most probably) but, the results are far quicker than electrolisis which requires that every hair be removed individually. Since you are paying by the hour, you will probably save money with the Laser Hair Removal.
Thats what i'm doing! I thought all you may be able to learn from my research. hope it helps someone!
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