pregnancy and hair health
All About Professional Laser Hair Removal Treatments
Nora Harvey
Are you considering professional laser hair removal? This popular treatment is a great way to achieve smooth, soft skin without worrying about shaving or waxing. Here's everything you need to know about professional laser hair removal treatments, including how they work and what to expect during your appointment.
How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
Laser hair removal targets the melanin in your hair follicles with short pulses of laser light. The heat from the laser damages the follicle, inhibiting future hair growth. Depending on the area being treated, the procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes to more than an hour. Many patients choose to break up large hair removal areas into multiple appointments.
Additionally, many people require multiple treatment sessions to achieve desired results because the lasers used for hair removal are only effective when the hair follicle is in its active growth phase. Since different follicles enter this phase at different times, it can take several sessions to target all of the follicles in an area.
What Should You Expect During Your Treatment Session?
During your treatment session, you will be asked to remove any clothing or jewelry that could get in the way of the laser beam. You will also be given protective eyewear to wear throughout the procedure. Once you're ready, the technician will begin targeting individual hair follicles with pulses of laser light. Depending on your pain tolerance, you may or may not need a topical numbing cream before your treatment begins.
Some people report a snapping sensation as the laser targets their hair follicles, similar to the feeling of getting snapped with a rubber band. While some people find it uncomfortable, others don't find it painful at all. After your treatment is finished, you can return to all of your normal activities right away. There is no recovery period required after professional laser hair removal.
Is Professional Laser Hair Removal Permanent?
One of the main advantages of professional laser hair removal is that it can be a permanent solution for unwanted hair. While you may need multiple treatment sessions to achieve your desired results, you can rest assured that your hair will not grow back in the treated areas. However, it's important to note that you may still need to shave or wax certain areas, such as your bikini line, to keep the area looking smooth and clean.
This information should help you feel more confident about moving forward with professional laser hair removal treatments.
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Before my last pregnancy, I had long, beautiful, thick hair. About a month before the baby was due, I noticed that my hair wasn't as full and gorgeous as it once was. I tried changing products and even used the conditioning treatment that I read about. I talked with my hair stylist and learned why this happened and what I could do to improve the overall health of my hair. My blog will show you how to keep your hair looking great before, during and after your pregnancy so that you can avoid the anxiety that I experienced through this situation.