Debunking myths surrounding laser hair removal
Shaving and tweezing were replaced with waxing, and today, even wax removals have been placed before laser hair removal, which is the newest innovative hair removal solution on the block. Unlike the other methods of hair removal, laser treatment comes with a wide range of advantages, as we’ll see here. And several dermatological clinics are embracing this technique and offering laser.
Here are some of the many wonderful advantages of laser treatment
It Helps You Avoid Ingrown Hairs
Ingrown hairs are one of the biggest nightmares that follow shaving, epilating, or waxing. With laser hair removal, you can finally bid those woes goodbye. The laser helps remove hair from the roots, and in the process, also prevents ingrown hair from cropping up. You also don’t have to worry about razor bruises or burns from hot wax. Regular laser treatment can eliminate ingrown hairs entirely, meaning you’ll never have to worry about this again.
Laser Removal Leaves Your Skin Softer Than Before
Have you ever shaved your hair off and been bothered by prickly stubble in a couple of days? Or felt a similar stubble after you’ve epilated or waxed? With laser, there’s no stray hair or stubble left behind. This means your skin feels silky smooth after a session of laser treatment. And even when your hair eventually grows back, it’s thinner and softer than before, so you don’t have to feel upset about thick hair that leaves your skin rough.
It Leaves No Scars Or Painful Side Effects
Threading is one of the most painful cosmetic procedures for hair removal. Shaving may not be so painful initially, but you’re just one wrong move away from a cut or a bruise. And with waxing, there’s always the risk of your skin being burned by hot wax. However, laser leaves no room for such painful side effects, scars, or bruises. It’s a no-mess process that can be carried out on any part of the body with no worry.
Laser Hair Removal Gives You Lasting Results
The effects of hair removal using lasers are long-lasting. Hair can take weeks or months to grow back, and with every subsequent session, the hair takes much longer to reappear. And even when it does grow back, the hair is so much thinner and sparser than before. Eventually, you’ll find that you’re practically hairless. That’s one of the most beneficial parts of using laser technology to get rid of the hair on your body.
Laser Allows You To Shave Between Sessions
A common pet-peeve is that with solutions like waxing, you are advised to let your hair grow to a certain extent before you schedule another appointment. This means you cannot shave off your hair between two sessions. With laser, you are encouraged to shave before your session, because it prevents scorching of hair on the surface of your skin. This is good news for folks who like to remain fuzz-free all through the year.
If these advantages are enticing enough to encourage you to try laser hair removal, then your first step is to approach an expert who can guide you. Read on to know more!
It has changed the lives for many people that have been unhappy with the amount of hair they have on their bodies. Even though hair is one of the body’s most natural growths, the stigma attached to having hair where it ‘shouldn’t be’ can be very embarrassing and induce a lot of anxiety, societal pressure etc.
It is a medical procedure that uses a concentrated beam of light (laser) to remove unwanted hair. During laser, a laser emits a light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair. The light energy is converted to heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth.
It is the fastest, safest and most comfortable form of hair removal available in today’s day and age, yet there are many myths floating around that are holding people back from getting it done.
Here are some of the most common and frequently put across Laser Hair Removal myths debunked for you!
- Laser Hair Removal Will Remove Hair on your first treatment
This sounds too good to be true right? That’s because it is. Hair grows in cycles so it’s essential to have 6-8 treatments of Laser Hair Removal before the long-term results start to show. Even then, the procedure is not guaranteed for life. Factors such as hormones and genetics can be essential determinants for long term hair growth however Laser Hair Removal can greatly reduce the hair.
- Laser Hair Removal is Expensive
That is deemed so because Laser Hair Removal is such an advanced technology, people automatically assume that it must be expensive. However due to the popularity of the procedure it has been made accessible to everyone on any budget! If you were to compare it to the cost of regular waxing for the rest of your life, lots of money can be saved! At HMC Dermatology department, we offer different price packages to suit your price range and comfort.
- Laser Hair Removal is painful
Laser Hair Removal is no more painful than waxing. In fact most clients say that waxing is more painful as it pulls at the skin. Clients have described Laser Hair Removal as mildly uncomfortable and not unlike “the flick of an elastic band” which is a common description used. For those who find the procedure uncomfortable, a topical anesthetic is available to reduce the pricking sensation.
- Laser Hair Removal can cause scarring
There is always a small risk that any laser treatment can cause scarring, and this is included as a risk on our consent forms that are signed prior to laser treatment. However, the risk of scarring from laser hair removal is rather small and is a function of many things such as experience, skill, knowledge and training of the clinician performing the laser hair removal, your particular ability to heal, the amount of pigment in your skin with greater risk for darker skin types and type of laser used. At HMC, we use state of the art technology and our doctors are highly trained and experienced, so a safe and quality experience is guaranteed to you always!
- Laser hair removal can actually cause more hair to grow
If this were true then baldness would be cured forever! Lasers cannot create more hair growth however it’s important to keep in mind that our bodies are constantly changing and as we age, some people will lose body hair and some may grow more in new places. Lasers can destroy your hair follicles but cannot prevent new ones from developing.
- Laser hair removal works the same for all hair types
It’s important to have a consultation with one of our clinicians to determine whether your hair type is suitable for Laser Hair Removal. Results vary by hair colour, skin type and person. Red hair is more difficult (though not impossible) to remove. White and grey hair cannot be removed with laser treatment as they lack the pigment that the laser needs to be attracted to – it’s not possible for the lasers to identify the hair follicles and destroy them. So prior consultations are essential.
- It does not matter what Laser Hair Removal machine you use, they’re all the same.
Not true at all! Everyone has different skin tones and hair colour which means that no two people will experience the same results with the same laser machine. At HMC, we use state-of-the-art laser technology to treat clients to remove unwanted and unsightly hair. We use a highly rated American machine called Cynosure. It has two wavelength options – the NdYag and Alexandrite – enabling us to choose an FDA-approved laser that best matches your skin type. With the machine’s high-end specs, we are able to treat all skin types with the utmost priority for your safety and comfort.
- Cheaper clinics for Laser Hair Removal offer the same results as more expensive ones.
It’s true when they say you get what you pay for. An established Laser Hair Removal clinic will have its set prices. Be wary of other Laser clinics that offer deals too good to be true as they can use machines which don’t work as effectively as Medical Grade machines. Do your research when looking for the real deal. Make sure that the clinic you choose employs qualified clinicians like we at HMC do. Remember you’re also paying for satisfaction, results and safety!
- Laser Hair Removal causes ingrown hair
The complete opposite actually! Ingrown hair is a common annoyance after shaving and waxing, but not after laser hair removal. In fact, laser significantly reduces the chances of getting ingrown hair as it destroys the hair follicle thereby effectively destroying the ingrown hair problem.
To know more or book an appointment with our Laser Hair Removal department, you can visit us here- https://www.hmcmedicalcenter.com/services/laser/
