Some might do it to reduce bushiness and any itchiness that can be intensified by hair in the summer months. Some guys just have really hairy butts, too. The stark contrast from a fairly hairless back to a carpet-clad bum warrants some men to get laser since shaving your cheeks is just plain cumbersome.
And yes, laser hair removal is plenty common in men. Clusters of inflamed, red, or dark bumps will appear around hair follicles from shaving. Laser hair removal is also beneficial in patients with recurrent folliculitis—inflamed hair follicles that can appear as small, white-headed pimples.
Karavolas estimates 5 percent of his clientele does their head. The Syncro is arguably the best laser on the market because of its uniform beam profile. The laser is killing hairs in the growth stage; and the ones that are dead will shed after a few weeks. So by the time you go to your next appointment, the hairs that were in their growth stage are now in their dormant or dying stage.
Also, consider the beach off-limits. Two weeks before your appointment, avoid the sun, especially if you're getting hair lasered on sun-exposed areas like your face, neck, chest, back, arms, and legs. No matter your natural skin tone, it'll put you at risk for side effects. When you arrive at the office, expect to do a test spot, especially if your skin is very fair or naturally medium to dark.
Let's start by clarifying: There are expected side effects, and then there are unwanted side effects of laser hair removal. We'll cover the expected stuff first. A little pinkness and swelling is normal, as are tiny goose-bump-like bumps; those are actually from the swelling of the injured follicles beneath the skin.
The unwanted side effects include blisters, scabbing, hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation. Of some comfort: Pigmentation issues aren't always permanent. Keep it out of the sun and heat, and apply a cool compress ASAP. If you're predisposed to hyperpigmentation , your dermatologist may even make a preemptive strike.
It largely varies, since the lasers themselves have gotten better over the years. I, a baby, prefer to spend an hour with numbing cream and have never felt a thing. Marmur compares the laser beam to a zinging feeling, similar to a needle prick.
She's a fan of contact cooling systems, as they blunt the heat created as the laser beam which is light energy converts into heat. Plus, they offer enough cooling to minimize any damage caused to surrounding skin, reducing the risk of hyperpigmentation.
Certain pain-reducing methods, like suctions and contact cooling, are often built into the lasers. Since laser hair removal heats up your skin as it blasts your hair follicles, it's important to cool it back down afterward to avoid side effects like redness.
Avoiding sun exposure and wearing sunscreen is also a must, as sunlight can kick-start hyperpigmentation. Kim recommends wearing a minimum of SPF As the name suggests, laser hair removal treatments involve the use of laser light technology.
These lasers emit pulses of light energy into the skin to target the root and hair follicles. Once the root and follicle are destroyed, hair can no longer grow, and the result is permanent hair reduction. Depending on the size of the area, most clients need multiple hair-removal sessions to see the best results.
Hair must be in the active growth stage for laser hair removal to be effective. With multiple treatments spread out over weeks, the laser can capture every hair in the growth phase. But, while those are the most popular places for laser hair removal, you can also get the treatment on your:. Wondering if you can get laser hair removal on a specific part of your body?
Schedule a consultation with us today! Some people see permanent results, while others only see temporary hair reduction. Treatment is most effective on people with light skin and dark hair.
It is more challenging to eliminate hair growth on people with fair skin and light hair, as well as from people with a dark skin tone and dark hair. Once treatment sessions are complete, some people will see permanent hair loss.
Others may need to return for a touch-up treatment in a year or two. The success of the procedure depends upon the individual and how many treatments they have. Consultations with LaserAll are entirely free. During your initial consultation, your laser technician will explain what the procedure entails.
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