Many people deal with the same uncomfortable issue of unwanted hair and the constant upkeep is a hassle. Those of you who are tired of constant shaving, plucking, and waxing, laser hair removal is right for you. The procedure is simple and timely and the benefits will be immeasurable. More than half a million treatments are being done in America each year. Will you be the next?
What is it and how does it work? Well laser hair removal is a technology that uses pulses of light to penetrate actively growing hair follicles and stop them in their tracks. The light damages the hair follicles making them incapable of producing any more hair. The procedure can be done on any part of your body where there is unwanted hair. As a patient you may feel some light tingling during the treatment, but afterwards you will be ready to continue with your everyday life.
How do you find out if laser hair removal is right for you? Schedule a consultation with a laser hair removal expert near you. Find out what kind of laser they use and if it works best for your skin type and hair color. A lot of lasers only work if your hair is darker than your skin, but lately a lot of new technologies have arrived on the market that work on any skin types, even tanned skin. So ask around and figure out which one is best for you.
What to do before the procedure? Simply shave the area you are going to have treated. Avoid plucking or waxing the area because the growth of your hair will be dormant and less easily treated. You should also avoid sun exposure for 3 weeks prior to your treatment.
What is recovery like? The only thing to worry about when you walk out those doors is sun exposure. Try to keep it to a minimum for a few weeks to avoid any swelling of sensitive skin. Other than that there is no recovery period and you can go back to your normal life. Afterwards it may appear as if your hair is still growing, but this is actually just dead hairs falling out so leave them alone and they will soon be gone.
How much will it cost? The cost varies depending on the size of the treated area and the number of sessions needed. People usually need 4-6 treatments and depending on the area each session could take anywhere between 15-60 minutes. It is best to look around in your area to figure out the best pricing, and the benefits definitely outweigh the costs.
Janae is a student at Georgia Tech. She is currently interning for Look Young Atlanta, Atlanta’s leader in skin therapy solutions and laser hair removal.