Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal is an advanced method of hair removal that utilizes a focused beam of light to effectively destroy actively growing hair follicles. This method has gained wide popularity because it is nearly painless, needs only a few visits to a clinic and reduces unwanted hair permanently. Laser Hair Removal is performed by licensed laser hair removal technicians. The process, unlike other forms of hair removal, is nearly painless and therefore not a punishment. After effects, if any are few and these after effects are temporary and treatable.

The pulses of the laser devices are so focused that they concentrate only on the hair follicle and do not affect the surrounding skin. Patients with extremely sensitive skin can request the use of a topical anesthetic before the Laser Hair Removal procedure. The wand-like device that emits the laser light is passed over the treatment area where it focuses on the hair follicles. Depending on the type of laser, a cooling agent such as cold air or a cooling spray will be emitted milliseconds before the light pulse is fired. The melanin pigment in the hair selectively absorbs the light energy and the heat of the light beam destroys the hair follicle while the cooling agent protects the surrounding skin.

Laser Hair Removal works best on those individuals with light skin and dark hair, but those patients with darker skin tones can still see effective laser results. Alexandrite lasers and Diode lasers are quick and effective instruments to remove hair growth on individuals with fair skin and dark hair. Nd: YAG lasers have more diversity and can be used on those with darker skin tones. The technology for Laser Hair Removal is evolving by the day. Men and women are turning to laser as an effective method of hair removal in this fast paced world where with other forms of hair removal, hair has to be removed every day or every week. Laser is a fantastic way to remove unwanted hair for good.