The laser emits invisible light that penetrates the skin without damaging it and is then absorbed by the pigments of the hair follicle. The laser light is selectively absorbed by the follicle damages its functions and impairs its ability to produce a hair. In the hair follicle, the laser light absorbed by pigments is converted into heat which damages it while respecting the surrounding skin.
Laser hair removal is an effective method that has proven itself. The laser is a medical device with fine tuning function of the skin of each patient is the guarantor of effective treatment. The rules and precautions are essential, however, for a safe treatment.
Laser hair removal is usually performed by a doctor, sometimes by a competent assistant under the supervision thereof.
- Shaving
Shaving is the easiest method, it is tedious and must be carried out almost daily.
- Tweezing
The Tweezing depilatory is conceivable that small areas of the body. The manual methods of hair removal include a risk of pushing the hair under the skin and cause the formation of "buttons" red itchy.
- Waxing
This ancient method must be repeated every two weeks, there is a risk of burns, ingrown hairs and infection if the wax is not disposable.
- Hair Removal Chemical
Creams and mousses thioglycolates are effective and safe if properly used. There is a risk of caustic burn if the application time is not observed as a function of body parts.We do not recommend hair removal with chemical substances derived from the soda.
- - Electric hair removal
Until then, the electrolysis was the only method for a prolonged elimination of unwanted hair. The doctor into each hole pile a very fine needle and "coagulates" the only one bulb. The method is effective, but very long and tedious, treatment often continues for several years.
- Electrolysis
5. What is the difference between laser hair removal and other hair removal methods?
Laser hair removal can simultaneously treat a large area quickly, cause depilation longer and gradually alter the hair growth.
We talk more willingly long term hair removal with fewer hairs and their diameter. Thus, after each meeting and function areas, there is a depilation more and longer (4-6 weeks at the beginning and several months after a few sessions) and more marked, with miniaturization of the few remaining hairs. Overall, after several sessions of laser hair removal, hair removal is virtually complete.
Some skins require specific precautions or using a special laser (dark or black skin).Clear or white hairs are not affected by current laser hair removal.
8. What are the precautions to be taken before a laser hair removal?
It is imperative to protect themselves from the sun in the weeks before laser hair removal, because a tan indicates the treatment-cons. Patients who take medication should be pointed out, because some react to light, and must provide treatment later.
The treatment area must be shaved three days before the meeting.
9. Laser hair removal is it unpleasant?
The treatment involves a series of pulses which is accompanied by a tingling and mild burning. We can compare the sensation to that of the treatment that we feel if we take a beating with a rubber band. Most patients tolerate this treatment without anesthesia.Patients who wish to qualify for a topical anesthetic cream. Within minutes after treatment, the skin of the treated area becomes dew, patients have the sensation of a sunburn for a day or two.
Each pulse of laser hair removal treats a surface about two inches square that contains a dozen hairs. The duration of the laser hair removal sessions varies depending on the area you want to be treated. Hair removal of small areas, such as lip or bikini line, takes a few minutes, while treating a large area like a leg or a thigh, requires twenty to fifty minutes.
The number of sessions required depends on several most important is the location of the area to be treated according to the sex of the patient. Furthermore, the resting stage follicles were not altered by the laser. In general, it takes three to six treatment sessions, but it also depends on initial pilosity and the degree of depilation desired by the patient.Some sites (back and face in humans, for example) may require prolonged treatment whose duration can not be determined in advance.
12. What are the expected delays between sessions of laser hair removal?
The time between sessions depend on the body area, sex of the patient and spaced out as you go. At the mustache and shirt, there is usually a period of 6 to 8 weeks.
The following table provides information on the time between each session and the number of sessions to provide for excellent results. The number of sessions can be significantly greater in the hairy regions in dependence of male hormones, particularly in humans.
Number of sessions to provide laser hair removal (area) &Time between sessions of laser hair removal
Face 6 sessions 2-3 months
Upper lip 6 sessions 1 month 1 / 2 to 2 months 1 / 2
Chin 5 sessions 2 months
Forearm 4 sessions 2 to 3 months
Back 4 sessions 2 to 4 months
Torso 4 sessions 2 to 3 months
Underarms 6 sessions 2 to 3 months
Jersey 4 sessions 2-2 1/2 months
Thighs 4 sessions 2 to 4 months
Leg 4 sessions 2 to 3 months
13. What are the precautions after a laser hair removal?
You will be advised a moisturizer and "Antiblemishers" for hours after application. Sun exposure is cons-indicated, sunscreen should be used when sunny climate.
14. What are the possible disadvantages of laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal is a safe treatment, but side effects, usually temporary, are possible. Adverse reactions include brands darker or lighter whose risk is increased with darker skin tones or tanned a fortiori. No burning may occur when the device is set according to the color of the skin to be treated. 15. Risks/Dangers
Hazards, risks, effects of laser hair removal:
Even when the laser is chosen for a given treatment, there is a risk of temporary effects such as immediate pain, reddening of the skin, bruising and swelling. Some lasers are equipped with cooling devices to reduce risk. 
Other side effects may also manifest as blistering, burns and infection. In some cases the skin may become lighter or darker, but these complications are rarely permanent.
If the laser selected is not appropriate or that the technique is not well done, the results could not be obtained and a permanent scar may form. There is also a risk of eye damage if you do not protect your eyes properly during the laser treatment.
For hair removal, laser targets the melanin (or dark pigment) of the hair follicle (or root).For wrinkle reduction and treatment of scars caused by acne, the target device and damage the cells that lie near the surface of the skin. The results are similar to skin tightening achieved with conventional techniques for skin resurfacing, such as chemical peels and mechanical abrasion.
The main side effect is the risk of burns when the laser is heating the surface area of skin rich in melanin if it is bronze. It is therefore advisable to follow cons of laser hair removal sessions without sun protection. In case of occurrence of burning, it is still completely regressive with a medical laser class IV, cooled with an effective system.
Our advice to limit the dangers of your laser hair removal:
-Make sure the person operating the laser has the training and experience required to perform safe and effective treatment.
-If you use laser hair removal, do not sunbathe before and after treatment.
- Be sure to protect your eyes, and ask questions about cooling the skin during laser treatments.
-Make the right choice of hair removal according to your skin and the area in question.
-Check the wavelength of the beam energy target tissue and the power setting of the hair removal device.
These factors also influence the type and severity of risks associated with treatment.
The laser hair removal is a medical device. It burns the hairs not too clear on all skin types, provided they are well used.
It becomes dangerous on tanned skin, down the forehead or cheeks and around the nipples.
It's possible if I want to eliminate real hair: My hair contain enough melanin.
It is not possible in cases where:
- My skin is tanned by the sun or UV sessions
- My hair is blonde, light brown or red.
- I suffer from a hormonal imbalance.
- I have a skin condition on the area treated.
16. Man Hairs Removal
As for women, permanent hair removal works for all areas of the body of a man.
The permanent hair removal is becoming more popular with men for its effectiveness and sustainability.
70% of men taking care of their body hair, according to a study published in March 2006. Their motivation? Hygiene (including athletes), the eyes of others (for men with hair growth) and above aesthetics.
The permanent hair removal is widely used to treat a beard to avoid shaving daily or the formation of pimples.
Hair Removal for Men, 3 possible techniques, as for women:
Electrolysis
Laser Hair Removal
Pulsed Light Hair Removal
The latter two techniques are often the most suitable because they can treat large areas in a short time (2cm ² per second). However, the electrolysis is best for small areas (armpits, mustache, eyebrows).
Waxing for Men: longer treatment than in women
The number of sessions is consistently higher than for women, regardless of the depilated area.
At issue: the hormonal influences that, in men, are delivering more fickle, but also a hair often more important than women.
Price of hair removal for men: a little expensive!
The price of the session is the same as for women.
But the total cost of processing returns, however, more expensive because of the higher number of sessions.
Human hair removal prices - an indication
It's your skin type and hair that defines the number and duration of sessions you need, and therefore the price of your waxing.
Estimated minutes for Hair removal sessions
Face 15 minMoustache 15 min
Chin 15 min
Armpits 15 min
Jersey 15 min
Arm 15 min
Leg 15 min
Back 15 min
