What are the advantages of laser hair removal?
When we think about hair removal and the hassle that sometimes the method we use and the continuity with which we have to do it, we begin to consider starting some treatment with long-lasting or permanent methods that end our hair and we do not have to worry more.
It is at this moment when we are presented with the options that exist in the market for permanent hair removal, electric hair removal, laser and pulsed light, better known as IPL.
In today’s post, we will explain the advantages of laser hair removal , since it is not only ideal to avoid having to wax anymore, there is much more!
Laser hair removal
The laser hair removal is a comfortable and safe treatment that does is to channel the energy in a beam of light, and work as controlled shots that destroy the hair follicles, so that prevents re-regenerate, and therefore , the formation of new hair is prevented.
There are many advantages and benefits of using laser hair removal as the definitive method to get rid of hair , and here is a list in case you were missing any to know.
1. Long-term comfort.
The greatest advantage of laser hair removal is that it allows long-term hair removal in just a few sessions. The convenience of forgetting about hair removal is a very precious commodity in almost all cases, and although no method currently offers 100% hair removal, the laser technique is the most efficient in terms of speed of treatment and results, since It is capable of reducing up to 80-90% the initial hair permanently on our body.
2. Universal treatment.
The treatment of laser hair removal has very few contraindications and can use both women and men from an early age. It can be applied to any area of the body (face, body and pubis, except mucosa) and is suitable for any type of skin, making it a universal treatment.
However, we must take into account, for example, age to know if we are dealing with hormonal hair (which is more difficult to remove) or if the first gray hairs have already appeared, since in this case the treatment will not work on white hair as it is free of melanin.
3. It is safe and fast.
There are several types of laser depending on the needs of each person and depending on the type of skin one will fit better than another, but laser technology does not imply any risk to health if the indications of technical and professional personnel are followed.
Despite this, one of the doubts that usually arise is whether the treatment can be done while pregnant.It is not contraindicated, although it is not recommended in months of pregnancy, since during this period, the body undergoes hormonal changes and reactions could occur. but the laser itself does not harm the formation and development of the fetus , since it only acts on the skin at a superficial level.
The treatments are performed in the cabin and the number of sessions needed to finish the treatment depends a little on the amount of hair, the density, the color and the condition of the hair. The production and growth of hair has three phases (anagen, catagen and telogen) and goes from 3 to 9 months of time approximately, since the hair is formed and is born, it grows and is detached from its root, and finally it is falls, so more or fewer sessions will be required depending on these factors.
When will I notice the results?
The results are noticeable from the first hair laser treatment session, and in general the sessions are spaced in time with two months of difference (depending on each person) so that about 6-8 sessions are usually carried out per year.
Although it seems a long time, due to the fact that in only 6 sessions a year has been able to pass, in general it is a very fast method, since as the treatment progresses, the hair decreases, the sessions are more spaced in time , and therefore we will rarely go to the establishment.
4. Treats and helps fight skin conditions.
The treatment we apply with the laser is not only used for hair removal, but is recommended by dermatologists in many cases to people with skin conditions.
Help and treat for example folliculitis. When we have ingrown hairs or ingrown hair, which can occur many times by depilation with more traditional methods such as wax, the blade or even the rubbing of clothing, boils may appear that become infected and have hurt in addition to pain and redness in the zone. If we permanently remove hair from the roots with the laser, we are also eliminating the possibility of suffering from folliculitis.
Also hirsutism, which is the medical term for excess hair, can be treated with the laser, especially when it appears due to hormonal causes, since although it is not permanently eliminated, it gradually reduces the quantity and density and this for many people is a great relief.
The most important thing always in cases of skin problems or skin conditions is to go to the dermatologist to diagnose us and let ourselves be advised by the professionals.
5. Hygiene and health
At this point we must clarify that we are not talking about daily hygiene, showers and others, but it is known that body hair plays an important role in body odor. Another reason why laser hair removal is an advantage is because when we remove hair in some areas of our body, it is easier for the area to stay clean and odorless for longer.
Also in sports for example, it may be more comfortable for certain practices such as cycling or swimming to not have body hair.
In general, sport is one of the main reasons why many men wax, since in addition, on the other hand, a depilated skin facilitates wound healing and there is less risk of infection.
6. Improves skin quality
Finally, and almost always the first reason when deciding to use laser hair removal, is aesthetics. At the level of body hair, it is a choice for everyone, but one of the things that is proven is that laser hair removal is a treatment that also improves the quality of the skin .
With the passage of time, taking care of our skin and hydrating it daily, the skin is softer, smoother and little by little it becomes more flexible and with the passage of the sessions it regenerates better.
