Laser hair removal is an aesthetic treatment that removes unwanted body hair. It offers you a long-term solution to getting rid of unwanted hair on your legs, arms, bikini area, back or underarms. It’s not a permanent solution but the results last longer than waxing or shaving.
It’s a non-invasive non-surgical procedure which means that there are no cuts or downtime. But to get the best outcomes you may need about 6 treatment sessions. It’s a safe procedure without any risks, but some rare side effects include burns or pigmented skin discoloration.
If you are ready to put your hair removal routine to the next level, you might want to consider laser hair removal.
Selective Photothermolysis is one type of laser hair removal treatment.
During this treatment, the heat from the laser is emitted and transferred through hair to hair follicles. Hair follicles get destroyed and don’t grow hair any longer.
This treatment works best, if the hair follicles are in anagen or growing stage. That’s why you need multiple treatment sessions.
Generally, good candidate for laser hair removal are individuals with dark hair and light skin tone. The contrast in colors of skin and hair makes it easier for the hair to absorb heat from the laser which successfully destroys hair follicle.
Laser hair removal is an effective non-invasive treatment that significantly reduces unwanted body hair.
It is safe and reduces the risk of ingrown hairs.
Laser hair removal treatment can last from a couple of minutes to one hour. The duration of the treatment depends on the size of the treatment area.
Since laser hair removal is a tolerable aesthetic treatment there is no need for anesthesia.
Laser hair removal is non-invasive non-surgical procedure, and carries minimal risks, including:
More serious but very rare risks include:
After the first treatment session hair growth is reduced for about 10 to 25%. After the completed cycle of treatment sessions, the unwanted hair might not grow for several months or years.
The price of laser hair removal depends on the size of the treatment area and the number of treatment sessions.
Before the treatment, you will have a thorough consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica.
She will explain all the details of the procedure and how to prepare for the treatment session.
Some of the preparations before the treatment include:
On the day of your laser hair removal treatment, your treatment area is cleaned and you are given protective glasses or goggles.
Dr. Dragana Spica starts treating your targeted area with laser.
After the session, you can go home immediately.
Laser hair removal is well tolerated. The laser snaps may feel like a quick rubber snap against the skin.
There is no recovery after laser hair removal. You can return to your normal daily routine immediately.
After the treatment, you should:
You should pay attention to the timing of treatment sessions. Each session should be 6 to 8 weeks apart. This precise timing will allow treating more hair in different growth phases.
Also, when you start your treatment cycle, you should avoid waxing, tweezing, or plucking.
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