Laser Hair Removal: Does it hurt and how much does this procedure cost?

All women lead a constant and irreconcilable struggle against excess vegetation on their body. Each woman, most likely, has tried not one variant of removal of superfluous hair. But at the present time laser epilation has become the most effective method.

In this article, we will tell you what laser hair removal is, whether it hurts and what results it gives.

Description of the method

For a broad mass, laser hair removal has appeared relatively recently, but the development of an effective method for combating unwanted hairs has been carried out since the mid-1970s. And the very first instruments were created already in the 90s and, naturally, showed themselves on the best side.

The principle of this epilation is based on the effect of the laser beam on the hair follicles, so that the hairs die and drop out, and their growth gradually slows down and completely ceases. Due to the gentle action of the laser, you can remove hair on any part of the body, regardless of the sex of the person.

Laser hair removal is suitable for almost all people, except for one "but".Since the process is based on the destruction of melanin, responsible for hair color, then people with gray and very light hair laser procedure will not help.

Myths and realities of the laser procedure

At one time, unfortunately, it is impossible to get rid of hair. Therefore, you will have to visit the doctor's office several times with an interval of 1-2 months. It all depends on the fact that our hair does not grow at the same time: while one part is actively "awake", the other is "in hibernation."This happens in a circle.

Advantages and disadvantages of the laser procedure

As with any medical operation, the laser method has its own shortcomings, which the doctor is obliged to warn about. And for sure everyone will have many questions before the procedure. And one of them - is it harmful?

So, what are the advantages of this procedure:

• No pain.
• No damage.
• Long-lasting effect.
• Short duration of the session.

Along with the positive effects, laser hair removal has its drawbacks:

• The beam only affects visible hairs. To get the desired result, you will have to visit the doctor more than once.
• For 100% effect you need contrast of hair and skin. Best of all, when the hair is darker than the skin.
• High transaction cost.

Warning, there are contraindications!

Before the procedure, you should read the contraindications.

Relative and absolute contraindications:

• Tanned and dark skin.
• Infections.
• Burns and cuts.
• Pregnancy and lactation.
• Active allergy.
• Age before puberty.
• Propensity to form colloid scars.
• Oncology.
• Menstruation.
• Advanced veins.
• Diabetes mellitus.
• A large number of moles or warts.
• Hormonal imbalance.
• Red, too light or gray hair.
• Abrasions, cuts and other injuries.

What is not recommended after the procedure?

• Do not sunbathe, do not go to the sauna and sauna, and do not go to the solarium.
• Do not take medicine.
• Do not leave the house without sunscreen.

Cost of operation

Prices for laser hair removal are quite high, which is compensated by high efficiency of the final result. It all depends on the area occupied by the hair.

Some types of hair removal and approximate cost.

• Epilation on the face - 10-12 thousand rubles.
• Intimate hair removal - 12-15 thousand.
• The area of ​​the breast( for men) is 6 thousand.

Adverse effects of

• Redness and rash. Edema and bruising.
• Burns and blisters.

Usually, after laser hair removal, there are no complications and consequences. But before deciding to conduct such an operation, it will not be superfluous to get acquainted with contraindications and to reveal in their presence or absence.

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