Benefits of laser hair removal

 

laser hair removal 

If you are dissatisfied with the results of shaving, pulling hair, or using wax, you may want to try laser hair removal to permanently remove unnecessary hair. It is a common cosmetic procedure since it focuses light beams on the hair follicle, and the dye in the hair follicle absorbs the light, causing the hair to be destroyed. Lasers may also be used to remove excess hair from the face, legs, arms, underarms, and other areas of the body.

Benefits of laser hair remove

There are many advantages to laser hair removal, and despite its high cost, it is preferable to other, more conventional methods. Excessive. Among these advantages are:

Efficiency: The laser is regarded as one of the most effective hair removal techniques, with a long-lasting effect. It is capable of removing excess hair from all parts of the body.

Speed: Depending on the area being handled, the laser may remove hair permanently in a relatively short period of time. For example, the lower lip region requires just a few seconds, while larger areas of the body, such as the legs and back, need approximately an hour.

Effectiveness: Laser hair removal involves multiple sessions to ensure permanent hair removal, and the total number of sessions should not exceed eight.

Pain: removing hair with a laser is less painful than removing it with wax or thread. Before the procedure, the skin is treated with an anesthetic cream because the laser can cause a slight stinging sensation with each pulse.

Skin smoothing is the process of removing excess hair with a laser. The skin looks better, and the laser is gentle on sensitive areas like the mouth and eyes.

 Side effects are uncommon: The side effects of laser hair removal are uncommon and temporary. The signs are redness, discomfort, or swelling, and they fade quickly. To minimize the likelihood of any side effects, you must visit reputable specialized hospitals and seek care from reputable specialists.

The process of laser hair removal 

The laser hair removal takes place in three steps, which are : 

Preparing for process

Laser hair removal is a medical procedure, and before undergoing it, the credentials of the doctor or specialist performing the procedure must be checked, and several things are taken into consideration to prepare for this procedure, including:

• Protect the area to be treated from exposure to the sun for a period of at least four to six weeks, because that causes sunburn.
• Avoid bleaching, plucking, or waxing hair four to six weeks before the treatment.
• Taking an antiviral before and after treatment in the case of a previous infection with herpes, or what is called herpes (In English: Herpes). 
• Not to take herbs or light-sensitive medications for at least 24 hours before treatment.
• Not to shave the area that wants to be treated with laser for a period of three to eight days before the treatment, and for better results, it is advised not to shave for one to two weeks so that the doctor can see the hair on the day of treatment well.
• Use sunscreen throughout the treatment.

What to expect during process

The treatment starts with the removal of hair from the region to be handled, several millimeters above the skin's surface. The laser equipment is calibrated according to the color, density, and position of the hair, as well as the color of the skin, and special glasses must be worn to protect the eyes of the doctor and the person exposed to the laser, and then a cold gel or a special cooling system is put on the skin to protect the outer layer of the skin to enable the laser light to penetrate the skin. The attending physician will apply a pulse of laser light to the skin and observe the region that has been exposed to the pulse for several minutes to ensure that the proper settings have been applied.

The attending physician will apply a pulse of laser light to the skin and observe the area for several minutes to ensure that the correct settings are used and that no adverse reactions occur.

Post-laser hair removal procedures 

After completing the laser hair removal session, apply ice packs or Cold water or anti-inflammatory creams, applied to the treated area to relieve discomfort and discomfort. The date of the next session is set, usually after four to six weeks, and these sessions are repeated, until the hair is permanently removed. There are several tips to follow after the treatment, including: 

• Apply aloe vera gel (aloe vera) to the treated area for two to four days, and on dark skin, apply it for a longer time.

• Applying ice packs to the treated area if the hot feeling persists for more than 24 hours.

• Do not use cosmetics or creams on the treated area and do not scratch or mess with it in any way.

• Avoid cleaning the skin vigorously because it is sensitive at this stage, and avoid hot water or sauna or intense exercise for two days after the treatment.
• Avoid sunbathing for the first three days of treatment.
•  Use high-quality sunscreen SPF 70 when going outdoors.

Damages 

Laser hair removal is a safe option, but it can cause some damages, including:

• Burns in the skin due to exposure of the skin to the heat released by the laser, especially on brown skin because it absorbs heat more. Although they are light burns, it cannot be denied that there have been several cases of severe burns.
• Hyperpigmentation or decreased pigmentation.
•  Damage to eyes, so protect eyes during treatment.
• Skin redness and swelling around hair follicles after treatment for a few days.
• Feeling of pain, tingling and numbness in the laser-treated areas.
• A change in the color of the skin to a purple color in the areas that were exposed to the laser, which is very rare.
• Infection occurs very rarely, so the laser-treated area must be kept clean.
• Peeling skin, and bruising, especially on sensitive skin, usually fades soon after treatment.