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“Laser hair removal is a process that targets the hair follicle and pigment,” cosmetic dermatologist“The wavelength of the light from the laser goes deep enough into the skin to destroy the hair follicle.
Repeated pulses from the laser first eliminate existing hair, and then allow the laser’s heat to penetrate the skin and direct energy into the hair follicles, preventing future growth.”, going through this process can mean you’ll never have to shave the area you treat again .work? Well, that depends on a few factors. Before you book your appointment, find out if you’re a candidate.It used to be the case that laser hair removal really only worked on people with dark hair and fair skin because the laser works by targeting pigment] , and with dark skin, it may have aimed for the skin itself, potentially causing burns and pigmentation . But now, that’s not the case, thanks to new technologies that expand the breadth of laser hair removal possibilities. “Laser hair removal works on all skin tones and complexions, as long as the center uses the right lasers,” Christian Karavolas, owner of“For darker skin, one needs a wavelength that bypasses the epidermis and gets rid of the hair in the root.”have a darker skin tone, be sure to consult with your doctor before moving forward; and minimize tanning before your session. “Self tanners are a not recommended at least two weeks before treatment,” Christian says, to avoid chances of the laser targeting the skin pigment. “Tanning is okay, however if the person is sun baked, then we suggest that they stay out of the sun for 3-to-4 weeks prior to treatment. They would need to be treated with lasers for tanned skin.”Because lasers are attracted to pigment, they work best on hair that's brunette or darker. “Laser currently does not work on hair that has no pigment, i.e. light blonde, light red, and white hair,” Christian says. And it’s also ideal if your hair is coarse. “If hair is very fine, it will not pick up the laser well,” Dr. Frank says. Though all of that could change in the future: Christian says Romeo & Juliette is currently helping with research on lasers that’ll work on less pigmented hair. And Dr. Frank notes that a new technology called LightSheer Desire can be used on all hair types and colors , though people with light blonde or red locks “should have low expectations.”shave before right before your session. In fact, you should: “To get the best results, shave before getting laser hair removal, so you can target the hair follicle,” Dr. Frank says. “Waxing or tweezing removes the hair follicle and then we are unable to target it completely. If you have to wax, do it at least a week before, so the hair follicle has time to grow back.”Laser hair removal isn’t a one-and-done process: Patients will need to return for multiple sessions over time in order to see permanent results. “Hair grows in different stages,” Christian says. “On average, depending on body part, approximately 40% of the hairs are in the growth stage. As we do one treatment, all the hairs go, but the hairs that are not in the growth stage will start to come out. It is for this reason that multiple treatments are needed.” But how many treatments, exactly, you’ll need depends on your body. “Everyone’s hair grows at different rates, so some may need more sessions than others,” Dr. Frank says. “If your hair grows faster, you will need more sessions than someone with slower hair growth.” And your hormones could affect how well the whole process works, too. Christian says people with hormonal conditions like Polycystic ovarian syndrome may need more treatment than the average patient. And then there’s the fact that your hormones change over time. “As we get older, we get hairier and our bodies change,” Dr. Frank says. “The goal is to get anywhere between 80% and 90% [total hair removal].” But, he says, it’s possible that you could have new hair growth after you’ve completed all of your sessions; in which case you could go back for “touch-ups.”Even with the new technologies, laser hair removal isn’t a perfect science, and everyone’s body is different. So, it's always a good idea to schedule a consultation to get your questions answered. Christian even says the center should be able to do a test patch on your body somewhere and “immediately be able to tell you whether laser will work on you or not.”
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