HAIR REMOVAL
Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is a fast, effective, painless and long lasting way to remove unwanted body or facial hair. The laser that is used in this process emits a beam which is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. This damages the hair and its follicle resulting in removal and significantly reduced re-growth. Treatment is usually over 4 to 6 visits and will be tailored to your individuals needs. A course of sessions is necessary because individual hairs go through a cycle of change; growing, resting and dying off prior to new growth. Unwanted hair is destroyed within 1-2 weeks. Once the initial treatment period is complete you may have to come back occasionally for a top up.Laser hair removal is suitable for almost any area where you want to get rid of hair. The duration of treatment will depend upon the size of the area to be treated. As an example, a small area such as the upper lip would take about 30 minutes.
Most people, male and female, can benefit from laser hair removal, although it is contra-indicated for those under18 years old. If you have a suntan you won't be treated until your tan has faded and this treatment is not suitable on areas where hair is very light blond or grey.
Laser hair treatment is usually quite comfortable and many liken it to having an elastic band pinged against the skin. However, some are more sensitive than others.
Although Laser hair reduction removes every hair in every cycle, it is most effective when hairs are 'growing' and the hair is present all the way down the follicle and attached to the root. As about 80% of hairs are growing at any one time, you will need to complete the recommended number of treatments to ensure all the hairs have been captured in their growing cycle. This will give you the best results The next step is to book a consultation appointment. For a clinic offering laser hair removal near you go to find a practitioner.