Laser Hair Reduction

It can be taken as an aesthetic treatment, or indicated in medical conditions like PCOS, hypertrichosis, hirsutism, etc.

The laser can be done on all the body parts, where you have hair growth, i.e., face, arms, legs, upper lip, abdomen, back, etc.

The laser light beam is absorbed by the melanin of the hair, thus it works on the hair root, without harming the surrounding skin, thus reduces hair from the root and prevents further growth.

The usual gap between each session would be 4 to 6 weeks, which may vary as per the area treated.  Although a definite reduction in hair growth is seen in early sessions that are around 6 to 8 sessions. Follow up sessions are needed every few months depending on the growth of the hair, which differs from person to person.

As a general rule, 6 to 10 laser sessions are required during, the first year to achieve long-term epilation. With most laser systems, a single treatment can reduce hair by 10–20%; three treatments by 30–60% and repeated treatments as much as 80-90%. These results are maintained at post-treatment follow-up for as long as 24 to 36 months.

FDA approved lasers are used, for the procedure, so it is safe.
Results are permanent.
Hassle free technique, with no pain.
Since laser reduces hair growth, it also reduces the chances of one getting the ingrown hair, which is most commonly seen with procedures like waxing.
It also would help people avoid skin pigmentation, which is usually seen in waxing, in areas like arms and legs.

It is also useful for us to know that there are certain precautions that we may benefit from knowing about before starting the laser hair removal procedure. These need to be taken before and after laser treatment for hair removal sessions in order for you to achieve the best results.

1. Avoid tanning body areas where you want to get the hair removal done. Tanning should be avoided 4-6 weeks before the treatment, as this can have an impact on the effectiveness of the treatment. This means avoiding self-tanning creams and sprays as well.
2. Avoid plucking, bleaching or waxing 3 weeks before the treatment. Preserving the root and the pigment of the hair is important for the success of the laser hair treatment.
   If you do so pluck, bleach or wax the hair prior to treatment, you risk the hair not entering into the regrowth phase. If this happens, there would be nothing for the laser to aim for.
3. Wash the area being treated completely and remove any kind of oil present on the skin. Most dermatologists will advise you to ensure you clean your skin thoroughly before treatment, ensuring that your skin is not oily before your treatment session, in order to achieve the best results.
4. Moisturise the area well before and after the laser, for smooth and better response.