What Is Laser Hair Removal? Is It an Option for You?

Laser hair removal involves utilising the power of various different lasers to target hair follicles which rest underneath the skin and destroy at the root and at a stage where they are growing. Laser hair reduction can be used as a treatment for nearly any body area including the legs, back, chest, arms, underarms and genital area, however the larger the area is the more expensive the treatment is likely to be. Many people pursue the option of laser hair reduction simply because it is more cost-effective in the long run than other temporary forms of hair removal such as waxing or shaving, and the results last for a far longer time than either of these methods.

Laser hair removal is growing in popularity in the United States of America, so much so that is was the third most popular cosmetic treatment in 2009, with over 1.28 million people undergoing some form of treatment for a particular area of their body. One of the main benefits to laser hair reduction over other options such as depilatory creams, shaving, waxing or even electrolysis, is that the pain is typically minimal. All you should expect is a slight tingling sensation, and most people find the treatment tolerable.

The main drawback to hair reduction using a laser is that it can be prohibitively expensive - treatments for larger areas of the body can cost upwards of $600 and this price can vary further based on a wide range of factors including the length of hair, the amount of hair coverage, the colour of the patient's skin and also the colour of the patient's hair. Many people find that they are currently excluded this treatment because they have darker skin or lighter hair - as laser hair reduction targets pigmentation in the hair, this can make it very difficult for people with lighter hair or darker skin to find an approved practitioner capable of performing the necessary treatment on their chosen area of the body.

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