The Process of Treatment
Laser hair removal lasts normally only about one to two hours from the moment of arriving at the clinic. The process of treatment consists of several steps:
1) Cleansing of the skin and trimming of the unwanted hair;
2) Scanning the area with the laser. The treated area is then covered in order to prevent infection during the healing period.
3) Covering the treated area with a moist solution for a specific period of time. It is recommended to avoid exposing the treated area to sunlight during the healing period.
Before actually applying a laser hair removal treatment, the clinician may ask the patient to have evaluation test. The technician will determine the skin type and decide how to set the laser appropriately. Before beginning actual treatment the technician may also do some test spots.Quantity of Treatments
Normally, a series of three to five treatments are prescribed at four to eight week intervals depending upon the location of the hair. This is typical because while all hair is temporarily disabled during each treatment, not all of the hair follicles are removed. Hence, a sequence of treatments is necessary in order for results to become apparent. Subsequent treatments are prescribed usually at longer and longer intervals. Overall, most people do not require more than six treatments, though people with hormonal imbalances or people who normally wax or pluck a lot may require more sessions.
After a single treatment, the hair in a given area is usually reduced in amount and thickness for a very long period of time but it may not be completely gone. To get rid of unwanted hair in a given area completely, some number of maintenance of treatments is required. These maintenance treatments may eventually be done at only yearly intervals or even longer. The interval depends on the area being treated as well as the individual. The frequency of maintenance treatments ranges considerably from person to person, as any other traits in an individual. Home Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal can be carried out at home. Many salon and spa processes are now starting to produce modified versions of home laser hair removal treatments. There are certain laser hair removal machines that can be used at home. Always make sure the take-home product is approved by the FDA. However this method of removing unwanted hair is highly discouraged. It is much better when experienced professionals, whether they are experienced laser technicians or certified dermatologists, perform laser hair removal sessions. A patient has a lot of benefits with professionals performing the laser hair removal process, as they know how to work with machines, what kind of machine you need to receive the best results. Additionally, they can complete the task in a safe manner, and they are informed as to how to decrease discomfort, if pain should occur.
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