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Light the Way to Hair-Free Days – Laser Magic, No More Delays!
Unwanted hair growth is a frustrating concern that affects one’s aesthetics. No one likes to have skin with pesky hair, and try many quick-fix methods at home to get rid of undesirable facial or body hair. The most prevalent traditional methods of unwanted hair removal include shaving, waxing, plucking, and chemical destruction of the hair with depilatory creams. But these hair removal options come with some drawbacks. Many people become fed up with the hassles of traditional hair removal methods and wish for long-lasting, hair-free, silky-smooth skin in sites of the body having unwanted hair growth. In that case, laser hair removal in Bangalore, offered at Skin Science, using advanced laser technology by laser experts and dermatologists, is worth considering as an option to eliminate unwanted hair.
What is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is a heat-based method drastically reducing undesirable facial and body hair growth. It is a hair removal therapy that uses a laser device that emits a concentrated light beam to target and selectively heat and destroy the targeted hair follicle. The laser targets the hair roots to help inhibit further hair growth and cause actively growing hair to fall out.
Nowadays, many people are opting for this procedure, and even males are also choosing laser hair reduction treatment in Bangalore at Skin Science, shares dermatologist and laser skin expert Dr. Vani Vasanth. Laser beard shaping, arm hair removal, back hair removal, and chest hair removal are becoming popular among men.
Which Areas Can Be Treated with Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal may effectively treat almost any body part, including the face, except the eyes. The most targeted areas of laser hair removal are:
| Female | Male |
|---|---|
| Legs | Legs |
| Scalp | Scalp |
| Chest | Chest |
| Abdomen | Abdomen |
| Back | Back |
| Forearms | Forearms |
| Underarms | Underarms |
| Neck | Neck |
| Bikini Line | Beard Shaping |
| Pubic Area | Shoulders |
| Chin | Upper Arms |
Ideal Candidates for Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is a simple treatment that does not have specific indications. Healthy males and females over the age of 15 years with reasonable expectations from the treatment results can apply lasers to their bodies or faces. The procedure is helpful for anyone who suffers from excessive hair growth and wants to remove unwanted hair permanently and painlessly instead of using temporary, painful methods.
Earlier, laser hair removal was only recommended for individuals with light complexions and dark targeted hair. Now, advanced lasers are available to help address people of most skin types/tones and hair colours.
The relative contraindications for laser hair removal are people with sun-tanned skin, active skin infection, skin allergies at site of laser, any skin condition that interferes with the treatment results, and pregnant women.
If you want to know if you are a candidate for laser hair removal treatment in Bangalore, book a visit with the laser doctor in Bangalore, Dr. Vani Vasanth, at Skin Science.
Benefits of Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal has multiple benefits, including:
- It does not take long and can remove multiple hair strands at once.
- Low maintenance is needed after 3 to 7 laser hair removal sessions.
- There is no risk of razor burns or irritated skin as traditional hair removal methods.
- It helps smooth the skin and improve its appearance.
- It is a safe and effective hair removal option for all skin types, hair tones, and hair structures
- It is a less painful method with minimal side effects and no downtime.
- It is a convenient and accessible treatment.
- It saves one’s money and time in the long term.
- It targets only the unwanted dark, coarse hairs without causing any harm to the surrounding skin.
How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
During laser hair removal, the laser specialist places hand-held laser equipment against the skin and sends a pulse of laser light to the targeted hair follicles. The heat from the laser beam gets absorbed by the melanin of the hair present in the hair roots. This destroys the targeted hair follicles and halts future hair growth.
The laser only acts on the hair follicles in the active growth phase of the hair growth cycle. Therefore, multiple sessions are needed a few weeks apart to remove undesirable hair from the target area.
Preparation for Laser Hair Removal
- Patients should avoid shaving the treatment area for three to eight days before the laser hair removal. They should also refrain from bleaching, plucking, or waxing hair for at least 4 to 6 weeks before the procedure.
- Excessive sun exposure should be avoided for 6 weeks before and after the laser hair removal session and even in between the sessions, as it reduces the effectiveness of laser hair removal. It is advised to apply sunblock with a sun protection factor of 30 or above whenever outside during daytime hours.
- Furthermore, patients are also encouraged to discontinue intake of any herbal or light-sensitive drugs at least one day before the treatment. For individuals with darker skin, it is recommended to apply a tyros-inase inhibitor to the treatment area on a daily or twice-daily basis for one month before laser hair removal to reduce the risk of pigmentation change.
During the consultation, Dermatologist in Jayanagar, Bangalore, Dr. Vani Vasanth at Skin Science, will share detailed insights about the procedure to achieve the best outcomes with minimal side effects.
Laser Hair Removal Procedure
Before the procedure starts, the patient’s targeted hair is trimmed to a few millimetres above the skin. The doctor then tunes the laser equipment to match the patient’s skin colour, thickness, and undesirable hair location. Next, a cold gel or cream may be applied on the skin of the target area to protect the skin’s outer layers and reduce the sting of the laser pulses.
The laser technician at Skin Science laser treatment clinic in Bangalore then focuses the pulse of light coming from an advanced laser device with a fitted, cooling device to the region to be treated and monitors it for several minutes to ensure that everything is in order and to avoid any adverse responses.
Each laser light pulse can target multiple hair at one time. Small areas like the upper lip can be treated in about a minute, while larger areas of the body, such as the back or legs, can take up to an hour.
After the treatment, the patient is provided with ice packs, cream, or cold water to relieve any discomfort caused by the laser.
For more details on further treatment, book a visit with the best skin laser treatment doctor in Bangalore, Dr. Vani Vasanth, at Skin Science.
Post-Treatment Care
Following the laser hair removal session, the patients are advised to:
- Gently cleanse the treated area twice a day with a moisturising soap.
- Use a skin soothing cream to calm the skin redness that lasts up to 2 days.
- Avoid applying makeup to the treated areas until the skin redness resolves.
- Do not use scented lotions or soaps, exfoliating creams (Re-tin-A and alpha-hydroxy), loofah sponges, or vigorous scrubs on the treated areas.
- Avoid washing the treated skin with tepid water, whether hot or cold.
- Do not shave.
- Avoid going into chlorinated swimming pools and spas to apply chemicals to the treated area.
- Refrain from activities that result in excessive sweating.
- Apply a thin layer of bacitr-acin or polys-porin ointment to the affected areas twice a day, in the case of skin crusting. Do not pick at these areas, which might lead to infection or scarring.
- Take antibiotics if having an infection.
- Apply steroid cream if you have a lot of swelling.
- Avoid sun exposure for at least one week after laser hair removal since the treated area will be more susceptible to sunburn and pigmentation change. Cover the entire skin area with sun-protective clothing and apply sunblock with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher every hour outdoors.
For detailed information on laser hair removal in Bangalore, visit Skin Science. The doctors will help you make an informed decision regarding the treatment and help achieve the best outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Laser hair removal results last for a long time, maybe for the rest of the individual’s life, if repeated laser sessions have removed the actively growing hair of the target area. According to studies, more than 85% of the patients have had at least 80% of their hair permanently removed. It also depends on the hormonal status of the patient.
Most patients report laser hair removal sessions as somewhat unpleasant, comparable to “the flick of an elastic band,” which is a popular description. For people who find the procedure painful, topical anaesthesia is given to ensure the session is comfortable.
Treatment sessions can range from 15 minutes for small areas to 2 hours for full-body hair removal. The intended results are typically achieved after 6-10 sessions. A single session is insufficient because, while the laser destroys hair follicles in active growth, the hair-growing cycle is divided into three stages. Not all hair is in the active growth stage at a particular instant.
Anyone can get laser hair removal, although the effectiveness varies according to the patient’s hair and skin type. Laser hair removal works best on those with light complexions and darker hair.
Within three weeks of each laser hair removal treatment session, patients will notice a reduction in the number of hair strands or have finer hair. Each treatment will result in a reduction in hair growth.
If one is interested in this amazing unwanted hair removal treatment and wants more details on laser hair removal cost in Bangalore, contact Skin Science experts today.
The laser hair removal doctor in Bangalore at Skin Science first analyses the patient’s skin and hair type, and based on the number of sessions required, skin type, laser technology used, and hair growth, the cost of the procedure is decided. Book your visit now!