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How Many Sessions Are Necessary for Successful Laser Hair Removal?

Admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:55:30 +0000

The number of sessions necessary for successful laser hair removal will depend upon your type of hair and skin color. In most cases, multiple sessions are required; typically between five and seven. However, in some cases, up to a dozen sessions may be necessary to guarantee a long-term reduction of hair.

The time interval between these individual treatments has not been standardized – although most specialists will usually recommend spacing the treatments at four to six weeks apart for most areas of your body.

Once again, the total number of sessions required will depend primarily on your sex, skin color, area of the body being treated, and the coarseness of your hair. Course dark colored hair on light skin is the easiest type to treat, while finer hair on dark colored skin will usually required more sessions over a longer period of time. Considerably more treatments may be required on the facial areas of both men and women in order to achieve the desired results.

It’s important to note that laser hair removal is not considered to be a “permanent” solution. Instead, it is considered to be a “long-term” solution. You should also know that the laser does not work on light or very fine (peachfuzz) hair. Also, since hair typically grows in several phases (anagen, telogen, catagen), the laser will only have effect on the actively growing follicles (anagen), and several sessions are required to kill hair through all the phases of growth.

The only permanent hair removal solution for all types of hair is electrolysis. However, it has several shortcomings. These include possible scarring, discomfort, and overall expense.

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Shaving

Admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:29:47 +0000

Shaving is simply a method of passing a sharp blade or electric razor over the surface of the skin to remove hair. When performing this method, it is important to always use a clean razor with a sharp blade. Also, to help lessen skin irritation and cuts, you should only shave hair when it is wet and only in the direction in which the hair lie (with the grain).

Contrary to popular belief, the process of shaving does not change the growth rate, texture, or color of hair. It will not grow back thicker just from the process of shaving! Razors and electric shavers fall under the jurisdiction of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Waxing, Sugaring, and Threading

Admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:06:49 +0000

In these methods of hair removal, the hairs are plucked out of the follicle, actually below the surface of the skin.

In the waxing method, melted wax is applied to the skin in a thin layer and usually covered with a thin strip of fabric. Once hardened, the wax is quickly pulled off in the opposite direction of the hair growth. This action causes the hair to be uprooted and pulled away along with the wax. Many of waxing products caution that they should not be used by people with diabetes or circulatory problems. Further caution should also be used by people who have moles, warts, or varicose veins. Some “cold” waxes are also available on the market today. These products can be applied at room temperature, which allows the user to skip the steps of melting and hardening.

Sugaring is a process very similar to waxing. However, instead of using wax, a mixture of heated sugar is applied onto the skin and usually covered with a thin strip of fabric. The fabric is then quickly lifted off to remove hair.

Threading is a process that dates back to ancient times. In this technique, a loop of thread is rotated across the skin causing it to become entangled in the hair. The thread is then lifted to pluck out the hair.

It should be known that all of these techniques may cause skin irritation and infection. And, as with the chemical depilatories, you should always perform a preliminary test on a small area of skin before performing these methods on larger areas. Finally, waxes and sugars should never be used on eyelashes, the nose, ears, nipples, genital areas, or on irritated, chapped, or sunburned skin.

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Hair Removal With Depilatories

Admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:48:46 +0000

Depilatories are those hair removal products that can be found in a lotion, cream, gel, aerosol, or roll-on format. These are usually very highly alkaline formulations, but in some cases can be very acidic. These products attack the protein makeup within the hair molecules, causing it to simply melt away or dissolve into a jelly-like state that can easily be wiped away. Consumers should always be extremely careful to follow the instructions for these products and heed all warnings that can usually be found on the product’s label.

For instance, most manufacturers will typically recommend that you perform a preliminary test on a small area of skin before applying a full application of the product. This test can save you from a lot of discomfort, or even a trip to the emergency room in case you develop an allergic reaction and other sorts of irritation resulting from the product. Depilatories should never be used anywhere near your eyes since blindness can result. This includes the eyebrows! They should also never be used around inflamed or broken skin.

The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Office of Cosmetics and Colors has received many reports of burns, blisters, stinging, itchy rashes, and skin peeling associated with the various depilatories and other types of cosmetic hair removers. If you experience any sort of reaction after using this type of product, you should seek professional medical attention immediately.

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Epilation Hair Removal

Admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:15:09 +0000

The term “Epilation” refers to those hair removal methods that utilize a needle, electrolysis, and/or tweezers.

The needle type of epilator (or epilation device) introduces a very fine wire into the skin at a point very close to the hair shaft, and into the actual hair follicle. An electric current is then introduced. This current travels down the fine wire, causing the hair root at the bottom of the follicle to be destroyed. Afterwards, the loosened hair is then removed with tweezers.

Electrolysis is a process where a medical device is used to generate a certain shortwave radio frequency, causing destruction to the hair growth cycle. This radio frequency is introduced via a very thin probe that gets inserted directly into the hair follicle. Due to the methods necessary to perform this type of treatment, some risks are present. These risks include possible infection from an unsterile needle and scarring that may result from an unskilled technician. The electrolysis process is actually considered by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be the only approved “permanent” hair removal method. This is due to the fact that the hair follicle is actually destroyed during the treatment process. However, a series of appointments over a designated period of time are usually required for the process to be considered successful and complete.

Very much like Needle Epilators, the Tweezer Epilator also uses an electric current to remove the hair. In this method, a tweezing device grasps the hair at a point very close to the skin. When energy is applied, an electric current from the tip of the tweezer travels down the length of the hair, and is introduced into the follicle. Results using this method of hair removal are sketchy at best. There is currently no information to establish the effectiveness of tweezer epilators for permanent hair removal.

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Laser Hair Removal Versus Electrolysis

Admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:51:50 +0000

Another well known method for hair removal is Electrolysis. This is a method that has been used for over 130 years. If you have very fine or light-colored hair that you wish to have removed, then this is the best option for you since this is the only permanent hair removal option for that type of hair.

Currently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) only allows the term “Permanent Hair Removal” to be associated with the electrolysis process. For Laser Hair Removal, the term used is “Permanent Hair Reduction”. Unlike laser epilation, electrolysis is known to be effective on all hair colors and types.

In the year 2000, a study was conducted in Ankara, Turkey to compare the laser hair removal process versus hair removal by electrolysis. This study included twelve patients. In conclusion, the laser hair removal method was found to be 60 times faster, less painful, and more reliable than the electrolysis method.

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How Laser Hair Removal Works

Admin — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:47:00 +0000

Laser hair removal works through a process known as Selective Photothermolysis, also known as SPTL. During this process, a beam of laser light is used to intentionally cause localized damage to specifically targeted regions within the skin. These regions are referred to as dark target matter and are located within the area of the skin that causes the hair to grow, known as the follicle. This dark target matter, also known as chromophore, can be either naturally-occurring or artificially introduced. Since this is a targeted procedure, the rest of the skin around the follicle, which is lighter in color, does not absorb as much heat from the laser light. By nature, light is absorbed more quickly by dark areas, so the laser light will be absorbed by the dark targeted material of the skin with much more speed and intensity than the lighter areas.

The primary chromophore for all of the hair removal lasers on the market today is known as Melanin. Melanin is the primary target for the laser. This is a naturally occurring substance within the skin and is the cause for all of the various skin tones and hair colors. There are two primary recipes of melanin that can be found within the human hair. Eumelanin is the recipe for brown or black colored hair, while Pheomelanin is the recipe for the blonde or red colors. Due to the naturally selective absorption of the photons produced by the light of the laser, only black or brown colored hair can be removed. The laser removal treatment works best with coarse, dark hair. The ideal combination is light skin and dark hair. However, the newer and more technically advanced lasers are able to also target dark black hair even in patients with dark skin.

The removal of unwanted hair is very common today in both men and women. Laser hair removal can easily be performed on the face, chin, lips, ears, neck, shoulders, chest, cleavage, abdomen, back, underarms, buttocks, legs, arms, thighs, hands, toes, and pubic areas.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of hair removal lasers in the United States in 1997 for the purpose of permanent hair reduction. Since then, laser hair removal has become extremely popular because of its speed and efficacy, even though some of the efficacy relies upon the skill and experience of the laser hair removal operator. The choice and availability of the various laser technologies also plays a big part in this equation. In some cases, follow-up treatments are required for further touch-up, especially on larger areas. In most cases, 3-8 sessions are required for the most effectiveness. It has also been reported that certain people are considered to be non-responders, although this is not confirmed and the reasons are not known. In fact, this may be due to a lack of experience on the part of the laser operators or the type of machine and settings being used.

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Laser Hair Removal

Admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:47:58 +0000

In Laser Hair Removal, a beam of laser light actually uses heat to destroy the hair follicles. Lasers are considered to be prescription devices and should only be used with the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner. In many cases, some sort of topical anesthetic product (usually in the form of a cream) is recommended prior to laser hair removal. This anesthetic product is meant to minimize any pain that may take place during the hair removal procedure. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that all consumers take the time to meet with a medical professional to discuss the circumstances in which any anesthetic creams should be used, and whether or not the use is appropriate.

Anyone who decides to utilize a skin-numbing lotion, cream, or other product should always follow the directions of a qualified healthcare professional. Furthermore, they should also consider using a product that contains the lowest possible amount of any anesthetic drugs. The FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research continues to receive reports on a regular basis of serious and even life-threatening side effects resulting from the use of large amounts of various tissue-numbing products designated for use during the laser hair removal process. These side effects can include blistering, swelling, redness, discoloration, and permanent scarring.

After any laser hair removal treatment, direct sunlight should be avoided until the healing process has completed.

Consultation with a qualified medical professional is highly recommended prior to any laser hair removal treatment.

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What is “Laser Hair Removal”?

Admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:45:24 +0000

Laser Epilation was first performed on an experimental basis for about 20 years before finally becoming commercially available in the mid 1970s. Although technically not a laser, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) epilators utilize a flashing Xenon lamp technology to emit the full spectrum of light. These light-based and laser-based methods, also known as photoepilation or phototricholysis, are now commonly known as “laser hair removal”. One of the first articles to be published describing the process of laser hair removal was authored by the dermatology staff at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1998.

The efficacy of laser hair removal is now generally accepted in the dermatology community and laser hair removal is becoming more widely practiced. Many reviews of laser hair removal methods, safety practices, and efficacy have been published in various dermatology literatures that can be found via the Internet.

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