Secrets Revealed About Laser Hair Removal
When speaking of laser hair removal, there are basically only two kinds. Both types employ heat that is generated by a high intensity light source. ...
When speaking of laser hair removal, there are basically only two kinds. Both types employ heat that is generated by a high intensity light source. First, is the IPL or Intense Pulsed light model. It uses a xenon tube to generate high intensity light. Then there are the actual lasers that use diode laser light emissions to generate the light. Both styles are referred to as laser because they use light as their energy source. They perform the same function of using light to generate heat that is repeatedly applied to the hair follicle. The repeated heating disables the follicle resulting in permanent hair removal.
Since the mid 1970’s, laser hair removal has been available to the public. But with new technology, the units have become small enough to be available for home use. These home laser hair removers are considered safe and effective for permanent hair removal. They have the same high success rate at hair removal as the large units of the past.
Laser Hair Removal works through a process known as photothermolysis (heating by light energy). The laser selectively targets the melanin in the hair follicle. The light actually goes through the skin without heating it to act on the follicle. Repeated exposure to the heat and light disables the hair follicle resulting in permanent hair removal. Laser hair removal systems work best on people with light skin and dark hair. This combination allows for the best penetration of the skin by the light. The laser can be used on most any part of the body and both men and women have had great success with the process.
Several applications are required to permanently remove the hair. How many treatments will depend on the individual user and the type of remover used. Many users see results in as few as three treatments and no hair growth after as few as five treatments. Again, these are very individualized results according to skin tone and hair color. The applications are separated by about 3 to 6 weeks depending on each users response. Users report little to no discomfort with usual side effects including itching, redness and swelling.
The normal price for a device is about $200 to $1000. The price can vary depending on the specific accessories included in your kit. Also remember that they each have a different size application area. The larger the area, the faster the treatment but those with large lamps generally cost more.
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