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FAQ's:
Laser
Hair Removal
Answers:
What
are Laser Hair Removal Systems and How Do they Work?
The lasers on the market today come
in all shapes and sizes. There are also different lasers that use
different wavelengths of light. Some utilize a cooling device and some
do not. All laser systems emit a gentle beam of light that
passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed by
the hair. The laser energy is then transformed into heat that can
disable the follicle. People who have white skin and dark hair will
see the best results because the laser light is attracted to dark
colors (melanin) in the hair. Melanin is also present in our skin.
Some people who have tans and darker colored skin will have less of a
benefit from the laser because the darker pigment in the skin will
absorb some of the light energy and it could burn the skin. These
people can either use a lower energy level with the laser to avoid
burning the skin or electrolysis. Most laser also do not work on
white, gray, light blonde or red hair. Lasers that utilize a cooling
device will help protect the skin by cooling the upper layers
providing the patient with increased comfort. This cooling selectivity
helps to protect the skin while effectively treating the unwanted
hair.
How
long will the procedure take
That depends on the area you are
having done, it can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour. In most cases
you can do it on your lunch hour.
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How
many treatments?
Everyone will need at least 2-3
treatments. Hairs that have been waxed or plucked will need
approximately 5-8 laser treatments, followed with a few electrolysis
treatments. Skin, hair coloring and coarseness of hair are all
contributing factors to how many treatments will be needed.
Is
it safe?
Yes. The treated area may become
slightly pink or red afterwards. This will go away within a few
minutes to a few hours and in some cases a few days. When cold packs
are used the skin usually goes back to normal soon after treatment.
The energy that the laser utilizes is a wavelength of light which
means, simply put, the light that penetrates the skin is passive, it
passes through your body and does not leave a residual. For example,
when you go to the hospital to get x-rays, they ask you how many
x-rays you’ve had in the past 12 months. That is because x-rays
leave a residual in the body and if you have too many in a year there
can be a health risk to the people that get the x-ray. The laser does
not leave a residual in the body; therefore it is safe.
What
does it feel like?
The feel of the laser on the skin
has been described in many different ways. Some say it feels like a
pinch on the skin. Others say it feels like a mild rubber band snap or
it feels cool.
We are happy to answer any other
questions you may have. Feel free to e-mail
your questions today!
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