Laser hair removal is enormously popular and ranks as one of the most common cosmetic procedures in the U.S. With the promise of no more plucking, tweezing, or waxing, its no wonder people love it so much. If you are considering getting laser hair removal, here’s what you should know:
The Benefits of Laser Hair Removal
No waxing, no plucking, and no shaving. Who wouldn’t want that? Laser hair removal is precise, dependable, and quick. Using highly concentrated light, lasers pinpoint and destroy hair follicles. These lasers can target the coarse, dark hairs while leaving the skin around it unscathed.
Laser hair removal is a speedy process. With each pulse of light, the laser can treat many hairs at the same time in less than a second. If you want your upper lip treated, it will likely take a few minutes. If you are treating a larger area like your back, it can take an hour.
Laser hair removal is predictable. Most people experience permanent hair loss after about three to seven laser hair removal sessions.
Preparation for the Laser Hair Removal procedure
Laser hair removal is a medical procedure. This means you should be mindful of the doctor you select to perform the treatment. Be sure you select a doctor with experience and the proper credentials to minimize your risk of complications.
If you choose to get laser hair removal, you should not pluck, tweeze, or wax for about six weeks leading up to the treatment. To be effective, the laser must pinpoint hair roots. It can’t do that if those roots are temporarily removed by shaving, for example. Also, you will need to limit your sun exposure for the six weeks leading up to and after your treatment. This will help minimize the risk of complications as well.
The cost of Laser Hair Removal
The cost of laser hair removal depends on several factors. These include the number of treatments you need, the part of the country you are having the procedure done, and the size of the area being treated.
Schedule an appointment
If you are interested in laser hair removal, schedule an appointment with Aura Skin Spa today at (415) 788-3800. We look forward to hearing from you!