Permanent Hair Removal Laser Treatment

People who would like to get rid of unwanted body hair can undergo a permanent hair removal laser treatment. People who are seeking alternatives to shaving, plucking and painful waxing can try this treatment for removing hair from different parts of the body.

The traditional way of removing hair permanently is with the use of Electrolysis. This method works by inserting a very little metal probe into every hair follicle and with a very low electric current the hair follicles are zapped one at a time. The Electrolysis method is a very slow, costly and a very excruciating procedure. This procedure is applicable to small areas of the body like the eyebrows and cheeks.

In permanent hair removal laser treatment, small areas of the body are targeted using a laser light done by a technician. Laser light will hit the hair pigment and will destroy it. If properly done, it should not damage the skin but should destroy the hair follicle. It may be a bit painful due to the zapping sensation every time the laser light hits the skin. A topical anesthesia is applied to numb the area to be treated. Permanent hair removal laser treatment requires several treatments and follow-up sessions. After treatment, the skin will redden and will look irritated for at least a day.

Certainly, the idea of permanently getting rid of unwanted hair is attractive to may people. It is therefore not surprising that this method is popular. However, the claim that it produces permanent results, which means the hair will never grow back once treated, may not be all truthful. The hair would still grow back although the hair strand would be thinner and lighter. It may require a few more sessions to remove the hair “completely”.

Treatment can be very expensive as well because it costs $50 to $100 per session. The cost also depends on the area to be targeted. Permanent hair removal laser treatment is best for small parts of the body such as the upper lip, the chin and the eyebrows for women. It can also be performed on women’s legs and, for men, on the back and the nape.

It is also important to know that the results may not be the same for all people. This procedure could be highly effective on some people and not with others. To know more about permanent hair removal laser treatment and if it is suitable to you, it is best to seek assistance from specialists.