Laser hair removal What is laser ?
 There are two major types of hair: terminal hairs and vellus hairs. Terminal hairs are thick,
long, and usually pigmented with melanin. These include the hair on the scalp, underarms,
genitals, and eyebrows. Hair from the chest, back, legs, and arms may also be terminal hairs.
Vellus hairs or “peach fuzz” are short and non-pigmented and can be found in most other
areas of the body and face. Lasers target terminal hairs with the pigment melanin.
There are three phases of hair growth: anagen, catagen, and telogen. Lasers can only target
the anagen, or active, phase of the growth cycle. Anywhere from 20 to 85% of hair is in the
anagne phase at any given time. This varies with different areas of the body. Regression
begins in the catagen cycle. During the telogen stage, the follicle is “dormant” and prepares
for the development of new hair. Because the laser can only treat hairs in the anagen phase,
several treatments will be necessary for the desired result.
Bikini laser hair removal
 Important points :
Laser hair removal can be effective removing bikini hair Irritation caused by hair growth can be treated with laser hair removal Treatment is a good alternative to nwaxing or shaving Bikini laser hair removal is well tolarated by patients.
Like other anatomical areas, laser hair removal of the bikini area is dependent on such factors as hair color, skin color, hair strand thickness and density. These factors will be evaluated by physician offices to help choose the most appropriate laser system for each patient Hair removal of the pubic area is widely sought after, and effective . The bikini area is also a region of common occurring folliculitis, inflammation and infection of the hair follicles. Not only does this result in itchy and painful lesions, but fairly often secondary hyperpigmentation and darkening of the skin occur from the inflammation. Fortunately, the laser has been very helpful in reducing, or eliminating, hair growth and diminishing, or stopping, recurrent folliculitis
Facial laser hair removalTweezing, Creams& Waxing may irritate or damage your skin
Important points
Facial hair is treatable with laser hair removal A 50% to 70% reduction of facial hair after three treatments is typical Unwanted facial hair on women often appears on the upper lip, chin and sides of the face. Before you decide on the proper removal method first determine that the cause of the hair growth is not hormonal. If you are experiencing an abnormal growth of hair on these facial areas or if the hair is very thick, you should consult your physician to determine the underlying causes before you embark on a removal regimen.
The ideal candidate for laser hair removal has fair skin and dark hair, but good results can be achieved by an experienced laser practitioner on darker-skinned women. Overall, laser hair removal is not very effective on light blonde or white hair. as the white or blonde hairs need to be treated with high quality energy. This can be achieved with the system having deep wave length( nd-yag). Before you begin treatment, you should consult a dermatologist to determine if you are a good candidate for laser hair removal. You also want to make sure that the person treating you (whether it’s a doctor, registered nurse or licensed esthetician) is experienced. The three most important questions to ask during a consultation are :
• Do you own the laser or rent it? If the doctor owns the laser, that tells me they have a high level of commitment and experience.
• How many patients have you treated?
• What kind of results can I expect?
Underarm laser hair removal
Underarm laser hair removal is a common procedure for patients seeking to remove unwanted under arm hair. Each pulse of laser light removes the unwanted hair in the underarm region. 3-6 sessions may be needed to remove all hair permanently. Since there is usually a small area to treat armpits, removal of underarm hair is one of the fastest procedures in laser therapy, requiring only several minutes of treatment time. The procedure is generally without much pain
Laser back hair removal Important factors:
Laser hair removal can be effective removing back hair
Type of laser used is important In 4 to 6 sessions most or all hair may be removed Maintance sessions may keep hairs from regrowing Hair on the back can be more than just an aesthetic issue. Occasionally the hair can become irritated, and itchy, and the hair follicles may become infected. The discomfort is worsened with exercise, warm weather and associated sweating.
As happenned in other areas, the performance of laser hair removal depends on the patient's skin color, hair color, hair thickness and hair density.
The hair presentation can vary from very dense to sparse. Either way, laser hair removal can be extremely helpful in reducing, or eliminating, undesired hair. Other options, such as shaving, waxing and using depilatory creams, have limitations on the back.
One laser session can cover the whole back and is relatively well tolerated by the patient. . With 5- 6 treatments, most hair may become permanently smaller or totally eliminated. Coarse hair may have a significant permanent thinning of the diameter of many of the hairs, in addition to achieving a reduction in hair density.
Leg laser hair removal
 Leg laser hair removal is a popular and effective option for removing hair on the legs. As the legs have a relatively large surface area, laser hair removal on the legs may take up to an hour. A patient seeking lasting hair removal may need 3 to 6 treatment sessions. The price per session can very widely depending on the patient’s hair thickness, density, and surface area. Be sure to ask questions about technology and the experiences of the offices before undergoing any treatment.
Chest & Abdominal laser hair removal
Chest laser hair removal is quickly becoming a popular solution for unwanted chest hair removal. Before laser hair removal, women should consult a dermatologist to determine the cause of hair growth is hormonal or not. The price of an average treatment changes depending on hair thickness, density...
Arm laser hair removal
Unwanted arm hair can be unattractive, unsightly and cause many people to be insecure about their appearance. Often traditional remedies like shaving or waxing offer only a short term solution to the problem. . Laser hair removal now offers a lasting solution to unwanted arm hair. A patient may receive lasting results in 3 to 5 treatments though treatment time may vary based on your hair thickness, density, surface area being treated and other factors.
Laser hair removal for men
 Hair laser removal has become the top non-surgical cosmetic procedure for the under 35 crowd for both men and women. For those of you wondering how laser hair removal works, it targets the melanin (the dark pigment that gives hair its color), as the melanin absorbs the laser’s light, the resulting heat basically kills the surrounding hair follicles. For males it’s a popular solution for excessive hair on the back, chest, neck, and abdomen. 
Male hair removal has traditionally been associated with athletes—Swimmers, cyclists, and bodybuilders who feel that body hair can hinder their performance. Sometimes men who undergo laser hair removal treatments just want a cleaner, well groomed appearance minus the hassle that comes with it. For example; Laser hair removal on the neckline can actually cut down the number of haircuts a man requires over the course of a year.
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