Hair removal laser treatment is a good way to get on the road to long-term hair growth reduction. Hair removal through laser treatment is much more long lasting than shaving and waxing, but not as permanent as electrolysis. Electrolysis is actually the only hair removal treatment that's considered an actual "permanent" treatment.
Understanding Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal treatments literally use a laser to get rid of unwanted hair. Your hair specialist will use laser energy to attack the hair follicle with heat. Hair follicles are moist. When the heat from the laser is applied to them, the follicle swells, which signals the follicle to go into resting phase and stop growing.
A laser has to be applied directly to the hair so it does not damage the surrounding skin. The wavelength in the laser attacks the melanin pigment in the hair without hurting the pigment on the skin. This is a very delicate process, which is why it's so important to make sure a qualified professional is working on your hair removal. You do not want an amateur or a sloppy professional working with a laser on your body. This can result in unintended consequences such as skin irritation, infection and botched hair loss.
Don't Count on Speed
Laser hair removal is not a quick process. It's not like shaving. You don't spend a quick 10 minutes in the shower than, bam, you're done. Laser hair removal treatments are generally dispersed during three to five different treatment sessions. These sessions should be spread out over a four to eight week time period. The time and frequency of treatments will ensure that hair growth continues to be reduced.
There is no guarantee that your hair problem will be solved regardless of the number of times you get a laser hair removal. Your treatment specialist should be able to tell you what to expect in terms of future hair growth.
Searching for Other Hair Removal Options
If you don't like the idea of getting laser treatment, you can get electrolysis or engage in different, less permanent hair removal techniques. Shaving, waxing and chemical creams will also help get rid of unsightly hair. Hair removal laser treatment is just one option.
