When people talk about the Laser Hair Removal, they are actually referring to two different types of hair removal technology that employs heat generated by light. There is the Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) epilators (technically not lasers but xenon flash lamps) and there are the actual diode type lasers. Both styles are often referred to as “Laser Hair removers” and work exactly alike by applying a high intensity flash of light to the treatment area that heats the hair follicle. This continued reapplication of heat to the follicle eventually leads to inhibition of the follicle resulting in permanent hair removal.
We’ve had laser hair removal since the 1970’s. Modern technology has decreased their size making them small enough for home use. The modern laser is referred to as the personal laser hair remover. Personal laser hair removers are considered safe by physicians and have the same rate of success as the large units when it comes to permanent hair removal.
Photothermolysis or heating through light energy is the principle behind laser hair removers. The laser light specifically acts upon the hair follicle by passing through the skin. By re-applying the laser, the heat from the light will inhibit the follicle resulting in permanent hair removal. Light skinned, dark haired users are the ideal candidates as the laser more easily penetrates the skin to act on the follicle. Men and women alike have successfully used laser hair remover on most parts of their bodies.
Repeated re-applications of the laser are required for permanent hair loss. As all users are different, the number of treatments will vary. Most users can see visible results within the first 2 or 3 treatments and permanent hair loss is seen with as few as 5 treatments with the laser hair remover. You will have to wait 4 to 5 weeks between each treatment depending on your skin tone and hair color. Few users report discomfort with the usual side effect being redness, itching or swelling.
The normal price for a device is about $200 to $1000. The price can vary depending on the specific accessories included in your kit. Also remember that they each have a different size application area. The larger the area, the faster the treatment but those with large lamps generally cost more.
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