Smooth skin is now not only a matter of individual preferences, but also a business card of each of us. Concern for hair is especially intensified in the summer on the beach and in the case of women with a predisposition to excessive hair growth.
The group of fans of laser hair removal is growing every year. It aims to combat the hair visible on the surface of the skin, along with the part of the hair located in the dermis.
Facts around laser hair removal
- The laser hair removal treatment is based on the phenomenon of photothermolysis, which aims to emit a beam of light by the laser on the dye present in the hair structure. The light absorbed by it causes the generation of thermal energy that destroys the hair follicles.
- The issue of the dye is crucial for the success of the procedure. People with fair hair will not generate the amount of thermal energy required to destroy the hair.
- Dealing with excessive hair will be effective and long-lasting if we undergo it 3 to 5 times depending on individual needs. This is due to the fact that the hair at the time of the treatment will be at different stages of growth, so we will get rid of only those in active growth at a time.
- Laser hair removal is performed on women who want to get rid of unwanted hair from the bikini area, thighs and calves, as well as the mustache.
Many contraindications
- The procedure cannot be performed on pregnant or breast-feeding women, as its impact on the child has not yet been conclusively proven.
- Before the procedure, it is forbidden to perform depilation in any mechanical way.
- Infections occurring at the treatment site.
- Blonde, gray and red hair.
- The restriction also applies to certain herbs and medicines.
- Serious comorbidities such as epilepsy, diabetes, heart defects or an implanted pacemaker.
- Skin diseases, incl. psoriasis, vitiligo, blistering diseases, skin cancer, melanoma. Allergy to radiation (also solar), susceptibility to the formation of pigmented lesions or keloids.
- A freshly formed tan, both under the influence of sunlight and a visit to the solarium, as well as resulting from the use of preparations with beta carotene and self-tanners.
Side effects
The advantages seem obvious. Long-lasting smooth skin, which will grow almost invisible hairs in the future. The disadvantages focus on slight pain, increased sensitivity, redness and swelling, which pass faster with proper care.