How Laser Hair Removal Works

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.

Laser Hair Removal

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”?

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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Product Features
- First and only FDA-cleared at home laser hair removal system
- Delivers lasting, hair-free results unlike any other hair removal product
- Comes with five enhanced, comfort settings to make each treatment more effective than ever before
- Includes a TRIA Laser hair removal device, skin sensor, and instructions for use
- 30-day money back satisfaction guaranteed by TRIA beauty