Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Reduction Treatment

Laser hair reduction is a popular hair reduction treatment among men and women. Traditional methods of hair removal cause frustration, pain, and especially regrowth of the hair. To maintain the continuity of results, the traditional hair removal methods must be repeatedly performed after a week. These methods can also even hurt the delicate skin and sometimes leaves red, dark marks, and cuts on the skin.

Laser hair reduction treatment does not cause any reactions such as rashes, spots, and folliculitis, which are caused by traditional hair removal methods. The results provided by lasers are also long-lasting compared to the temporary results obtained by waxing, shaving, or threading. Using lasers also help to avoid the horror of getting ingrown hair or the fear of getting thicker and darker hair returning.

Dermaworld Skin & Hair Clinics provide the best laser hair reduction treatment in Delhi using the most advanced and safe medical-grade laser for hair reduction and other cosmetic treatments.

Before undergoing the treatment, many people have some questions, and they are also curious to know more about laser hair reduction treatment. If you have questions about laser hair reduction and want to seek answers to them, read the following blog.

Does laser hair reduction hurt?

One of the main benefits of laser treatment is that it is virtually painless compared to waxing, plucking and other traditional methods of hair removal A numbing cream is also applied to the target area before treatment, and the advanced cooling machine used at Dermaworld Skin & Hair Clinics cools the skin during the treatment to minimize discomfort. The pulse of the laser lasts less than a second and produces a slight tingling sensation or feels like a rubber band snap on the skin. The sensation subsides within a few hours of the treatment.

How does the laser hair reduction treatment work?

The laser hair reduction treatment uses the light of suitable frequency to eliminate hair more effectively and for a longer period of time. A broad-spectrum of light is emitted on the skin surface and when further penetrates into the hair shaft. The light is absorbed, and the hair root is heated and destroyed. The laser applicator is then moved to the surrounding skin area, and the process is repeated until the entire area of the skin is covered. Alma Soprano Ice Platinum is the most advanced and safe lasers that are highly effective in removing hair from all skin types, from dark to light. The laser beam penetrates the skin more deeply than other lasers and causes no damage to the epidermis and directly targets the hair follicles.

What types of results would I expect from laser hair reduction treatment?

One can see visible improvement after the very first session of laser hair reduction treatment itself. There is a gradual decrease in hair thickness, hair density, and the amount of hair present. In addition, one can also see a decrease in stubble, rashes, and ingrown hairs.

Why are multiple laser hair reduction treatments recommended for achieving the best results?

The hair growth takes place in three different stages. All the hair are not at the same stage simultaneously. Therefore when an area is treated with lasers, only a few percentage of hair at their anagen phase will be affected. To reduce hair growth effectively and to get rid of unwanted hair, multiple treatments are necessary.

What are the precautions one needs to take before an appointment?

• Protect the skin from sun or UV exposure for about a month prior to the treatment.
• Remove any spray tan from the area to be treated.
• Shave the area to be treated between 12-24 hours before the treatment. Otherwise, the entire hair will absorb the energy emitted by the lasers, and it will heat up, which can burn the skin.
• Do not wax or tweeze the area to be treated for up to six weeks prior to the appointment.
• Do not apply topical creams on the area to be treated before the appointment.

How long does a laser hair reduction treatment session take?

Each laser hair reduction session's length depends on the area size, density of hair, speed of the machine, and the patient's pain threshold. For example, it takes 2-3 minutes to treat upper lips, 6-10 minutes to do both underarms, and 30 minutes to do full legs.

What are the possible side effects of laser hair reduction treatment?

The common side effects of laser hair reduction treatment include slight burning sensation, redness, and swelling. One has to apply antibiotics and ice to manage discomfort after treatment. These side effects disappear within a couple of hours after treatment. One should always undergo this treatment from an expert to minimize the risk of getting any side effects.

What parts of the body can be treated with laser hair reduction?

Almost every part of the body is suitable for laser hair reduction. Unwanted hair on the face, chin, bikini area, arms, chest, legs, and underarms are all suitable sites for laser hair reduction. Lasers help to eliminate the need to go for waxing appointments or shave those areas with harsh razors. Men and women often have different areas of concern and desired treatment sites, but laser treatment is suitable for removing all unwanted body and face hair.

What sort of equipment does the Dermaworld Skin & Hair Clinics use in the laser procedure?

Dermaworld Skin & Hair Clinics use industry-leading medical-grade lasers to carry out the unwanted body hair reduction . The clinic uses the Alma Soprano Ice Platinum that combines the benefits of all three wavelengths (810 nm, 755 nm, and 1064nm) covering the optimal treatment spectrum using the trio clustered diode technology. The combination of three laser wavelengths in a single hand piece allows target different tissue depth as well as the anatomical structure with the hair follicle. These lasers treat all skin types I-VI and tanned skin.

Interested in laser hair reduction treatment? You can make an appointment for a consultation at the Dermaworld Skin & Hair Clinics. The team of experts at Dermaworld will advise you more about the treatment that would satisfy your needs the most.