Inflamed hair follicles, itching, ingrown hairs, and razor burns are some of the reasons why you may want to reconsider your traditional hair removal methods like shaving. Besides these undesirable side effects, the results only last one to three days, meaning you must shave your hair regularly. If you are tired of constant shaving and waxing, you may be happy to know that Sebring aesthetic center and wellness spa offers laser hair removal – a procedure that provides extended periods of hair-free skin.
What is laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is a medical procedure that uses laser energy to destroy hair follicles beneath your skin, inhibiting or delaying hair growth. The treatment can eliminate hair in nearly all body areas except the eyelid and the surrounding regions due to the possibility of severe eye injury. Skin areas with tattoos shouldn’t also be treated; this can cause burns. Laser hair removal is commonly used in the legs, armpits, chin, upper lip, and bikini lines.
How does laser hair removal work?
During laser hair removal, a laser device emits light that the hair’s melanin absorbs. The light energy is converted to heat, which destroys hair follicles within the skin that produce hairs. This damage delays or inhibits hair growth in the future. Laser hair removal is usually effective, but hair color and skin type influence the procedure’s success. The basic principle of laser hair removal is that the melanin in the hair and not the skin pigment should absorb light. Therefore, the best results are seen when there is a contrast between hair and skin color – light and dark hair results in the best outcomes.
When there is little contrast between skin and hair color, the skin pigment can absorb the light, resulting in burns; the laser should only damage the hair follicles and not the skin. But technological advances have made laser hair removal safer for people with dark skin. Therefore, people of all skin colors can benefit from this treatment. However, the treatment is still less effective for hair colors like gray, blond, red, and white; these colors do not absorb light well. Development for laser treatment options for light-colored hair is underway.
How safe is laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is a safe treatment when performed by a board-certified dermatologist. However, in inexperienced hands, the treatment can be dangerous. For this reason, if you are considering laser hair removal, ensure that you choose a professional who is skilled in the treatment. Avoid salons and spas that allow nonmedical personnel to perform the procedure without direct supervision from a dermatologist.
After laser hair removal, it is normal for the treated areas to be red and swollen. These side effects are temporary and often fade in about two to three days. The treated skin may also lighten or darken; this might be temporary or permanent.
If you are tired of regular shaving, visit your specialist at Florida Lakes Spa for laser hair removal to enjoy long periods of hair-free skin.
