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Laser Hair Removal: Unwanted Body Hair, Permanent Hair Removal Treatments, Procedures And Prices
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Published: June 4, 2007
The sensation of a rubber band snapping against the skin. Who couldn't endure that mild discomfort for the sake of a Bermuda bikini line, a hairless upper lip or armpits that never need shaving? According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 600,000 people decided they could handle the sting in 2003, and they opted to undergo laser hair removal.
Depending on the size of the area and the density of unwanted body hair, laser hair removal can take a few minutes or several hours. Repetition is usually required, and the typical patient will go through three to four procedures spaced six to eight weeks apart before laser hair removal is finished. Even then, it takes about a year for two hair growth cycles to be completed and the silky smooth final outcome to be enjoyed. The worst side effects most patients experience are reddened or swollen skin.
Laser hair removal involves sending a laser into the skin so that intense light will be absorbed by the pigment, killing the hair follicles. Because the light naturally targets dark matter, clients with dark or very tan skin run the risk of skin damage and may not receive the full benefit of hair reduction. Similarly, the laser's beam has been known to ignore extremely light hair because it doesn't contain enough melanin to attract the light. The best candidates (but not the only candidates) have white or moderately tanned skin with unwanted hair that is black or brown.
Hairy areas that often annoy patients enough to make a treatment appointment include stomach, back, chest, eyebrows, legs, and pubic area. Surprisingly, women are not the only ones signing up to get smooth. Laser hair removal is a popular cosmetic option for men who have unwanted body hair on their back, chest, and legs. Swimmers, body builders, and other die-hard athletes improve their workout and appearance with the results of laser hair removal.
The price of laser hair removal is constantly changing as new technology is continuously introduced to the marketplace. Depending on the size of the target area, one treatment could cost between $75 (for an upper lip) and $900 (for full legs). Clinics charge differently based on where they are located and the type of laser they use. Some clinics offer a discounted price for clients who want to buy a laser hair removal package.
Check out Hair Facts to research laser hair removal clinics by state, and find out as much as possible about prospective surgeons. Concerns include the following: surgeon's level of experience and malpractice history, percentage of successful procedures, policy regarding correcting/repeating unsuccessful procedures, and percentage of patients with complications. Request a free consultation before committing to the procedure, as not everyone is a good candidate . There are other options for permanent hair reduction like flashlamp, lasting hair inhibition by oral medication, or permanent hair removal by electrolysis—a painful and invasive procedure taking up to several years to complete and costing as much as a new car.
There is a lot to think about when considering laser hair removal. While the procedure may cost more up front, customers will be free from depilatory and razor costs, or waxing and threading fees in the future. Besides, time is money and we all know the hours we spend eliminating our pesky unwanted hairs could easily be used more productively. Even more importantly, laser hair removal can prevent the embarrassment of forgetting to tweeze before a date or missing a trouble spot the day of a pool party. It's no wonder so many people are deciding the benefits of laser hair removal far outweigh the costs.
Sources
About Laser Hair Removal. 31 May 2007. http://www.aboutlaserhairremoval.info/?gclid=CKKY1 a2ssowCFSaXhgodtlHzIw.
Are You A Candidate? Hair Removal Forum. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairremovalforum.com/candidate.htm.
Average Cost of Laser Hair Removal. Laser Hair Removal. 1997-2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.laserhairremoval.com/average-cost-of-la ser-hair-removal.htm.
Back Hair Removal For Man. Hair Removal Forum. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairremovalforum.com/formen2.htm.
Hair Removal Directory. Hair Facts. 5 Oct. 2006. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairfacts.com/wiki/index.php/Hair_remov al_directory.
Laser Hair Removal. CosmeticSurgery.com. 2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.cosmeticsurgery.com/research/cosmetic-s urgery/Laser-Hair-Removal.
“Laser Hair Removal.” Wikipedia. 23 May 2007. 31 May 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laser_hair_removal.Permanent Laser Hair Removal. Laser Hair Removal. 1997-2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.laserhairremoval.com.
Permanent Hair Removal Defined. Hair Facts. 1996-2006. Andrea James. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairfacts.com/permanent.html.
Depending on the size of the area and the density of unwanted body hair, laser hair removal can take a few minutes or several hours. Repetition is usually required, and the typical patient will go through three to four procedures spaced six to eight weeks apart before laser hair removal is finished. Even then, it takes about a year for two hair growth cycles to be completed and the silky smooth final outcome to be enjoyed. The worst side effects most patients experience are reddened or swollen skin.
Laser hair removal involves sending a laser into the skin so that intense light will be absorbed by the pigment, killing the hair follicles. Because the light naturally targets dark matter, clients with dark or very tan skin run the risk of skin damage and may not receive the full benefit of hair reduction. Similarly, the laser's beam has been known to ignore extremely light hair because it doesn't contain enough melanin to attract the light. The best candidates (but not the only candidates) have white or moderately tanned skin with unwanted hair that is black or brown.
Hairy areas that often annoy patients enough to make a treatment appointment include stomach, back, chest, eyebrows, legs, and pubic area. Surprisingly, women are not the only ones signing up to get smooth. Laser hair removal is a popular cosmetic option for men who have unwanted body hair on their back, chest, and legs. Swimmers, body builders, and other die-hard athletes improve their workout and appearance with the results of laser hair removal.
The price of laser hair removal is constantly changing as new technology is continuously introduced to the marketplace. Depending on the size of the target area, one treatment could cost between $75 (for an upper lip) and $900 (for full legs). Clinics charge differently based on where they are located and the type of laser they use. Some clinics offer a discounted price for clients who want to buy a laser hair removal package.
Check out Hair Facts to research laser hair removal clinics by state, and find out as much as possible about prospective surgeons. Concerns include the following: surgeon's level of experience and malpractice history, percentage of successful procedures, policy regarding correcting/repeating unsuccessful procedures, and percentage of patients with complications. Request a free consultation before committing to the procedure, as not everyone is a good candidate . There are other options for permanent hair reduction like flashlamp, lasting hair inhibition by oral medication, or permanent hair removal by electrolysis—a painful and invasive procedure taking up to several years to complete and costing as much as a new car.
There is a lot to think about when considering laser hair removal. While the procedure may cost more up front, customers will be free from depilatory and razor costs, or waxing and threading fees in the future. Besides, time is money and we all know the hours we spend eliminating our pesky unwanted hairs could easily be used more productively. Even more importantly, laser hair removal can prevent the embarrassment of forgetting to tweeze before a date or missing a trouble spot the day of a pool party. It's no wonder so many people are deciding the benefits of laser hair removal far outweigh the costs.
Sources
About Laser Hair Removal. 31 May 2007. http://www.aboutlaserhairremoval.info/?gclid=CKKY1 a2ssowCFSaXhgodtlHzIw.
Are You A Candidate? Hair Removal Forum. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairremovalforum.com/candidate.htm.
Average Cost of Laser Hair Removal. Laser Hair Removal. 1997-2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.laserhairremoval.com/average-cost-of-la ser-hair-removal.htm.
Back Hair Removal For Man. Hair Removal Forum. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairremovalforum.com/formen2.htm.
Hair Removal Directory. Hair Facts. 5 Oct. 2006. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairfacts.com/wiki/index.php/Hair_remov al_directory.
Laser Hair Removal. CosmeticSurgery.com. 2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.cosmeticsurgery.com/research/cosmetic-s urgery/Laser-Hair-Removal.
“Laser Hair Removal.” Wikipedia. 23 May 2007. 31 May 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laser_hair_removal.Permanent Laser Hair Removal. Laser Hair Removal. 1997-2007. 31 May 2007. http://www.laserhairremoval.com.
Permanent Hair Removal Defined. Hair Facts. 1996-2006. Andrea James. 31 May 2007. http://www.hairfacts.com/permanent.html.
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