Summer has faded and with it goes bathing suits, shorts, and sandals. Instead of mourning the warmer weather, you can look forward to cozy sweaters, winter activities, and laser hair removal. Oh, you hadn’t thought of that last part? It’s true; winter is the best time to receive laser hair removal treatments since you’ll have less exposure to the sun.
Wondering how laser hair removal works? You’ve come to the right place.
Laser hair removal involves a highly-concentrated laser light source that’s beamed into the hair follicles. The pigment in the follicles absorbs the light, which ultimately destroys the hair. The darker the hair pigment, the more significant the hair loss, which is why fall and winter months are the best times for the procedure.
Lasers provide precision and efficiency for hair removal. A single pulse can target many dark, coarse hairs at once, all within a fraction of a second. Advancements in laser technology make this procedure very safe. Modern lasers also don’t damage surrounding skin. It is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in the U.S.
The most common areas that can benefit from laser hair removal include the legs, underarms, bikini line, upper lip or face, small of the back, and more. Smaller areas like the upper lip only take a few minutes, while larger areas like the legs can take up to an hour. Depending on the client’s hair pigmentation, permanent hair loss can be achieved in less than ten sessions.
To prepare for the session, refrain from waxing and plucking the treatment area to preserve the hairs’ roots. Avoid laying in the sun or visit a tanning booth as UV light will alter your hair follicle’s pigmentation. During the session, the technologist will use the laser equipment, which is adjusted according to your hair’s pigmentation and your skin color, to pulse the light source onto the treatment area. You will wear appropriate eye protection. Many patients describe the process as a rubber band being snapped on the skin. If your skin is sensitive after the procedure, you may be given ice packs or sent home with anti-inflammatory lotion. Your appointments will be six weeks apart but come next spring, you’ll have smooth legs and won’t even have to shave!
Deschutes Dermatology | Laser Hair Removal
Even though laser hair removal is a common treatment, it is still a medical procedure and must be performed by a certified doctor or technician. Here at Deschutes Dermatology, our trained staff is experienced with performing laser hair removal.
Schedule a consultation to find out how many sessions you need to achieve the desired effect. Now’s the best time for laser hair removal!
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