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Top 5 Benefits of Laser Facial Hair Removal

Published June 30th, 2010 in Facial Hair Removal | Comments Off

Facial hair can not only be embarrassing and hard to cover up, it can also be uncomfortable. There are many methods that people use to rid themselves of facial hair. One of the most common and suitable treatments for facial hair is laser hair removal. There are many types of laser treatments you can have such as the Candela GentleLASE laser hair removal. The most important thing is to choose a treatment suitable for you. Here, we’ve listed the top 5 benefits of using laser treatment on unwanted facial hair.

It has lasting effects

One of the biggest benefits of laser hair removal is its lasting effects. Unlike other treatments and hair removal methods, laser treatment stops hair from growing. When you shave, your hair begins to grow back within hours. With laser hair removal, you can feel free to not worry about excess hair or scheduling in constant waxing appointments at beauty salons. Because laser hair removal destroys the hair root completely, it doesn’t give it a chance to grow back. So less hair will grow back, if and when any grows back at all once you have completed treatment.

It is not as painful as other hair removal methods

Laser hair removal is relatively painless. Sometimes a numbing cream is used to help reduce any pain experienced.

Other hair removal techniques can often be quite painful and uncomfortable. Waxing is one particular hair removal method which can often not only be painful during the treatment, but also sting the skin afterwards and cause irritation.

Shaving can also cause permanent damage to the skin if you accidentally cut yourself. Years of shaving also make your hair courser and skin can become less supple.

Great for all skin types and most hair types

Laser hair removal used to be only suitable for people with dark hair and fair skin. Advances in the technology have meant that people with dark skin and dark hair can now be treated. However those with dark hair and dark skin may require more sessions of treatment.

The after effects are minimal

The after effects of laser hair removal are minimal. You skin may be red for 1-2 hours but this will fade quickly unlike the rash you get from shaving or the irritation which can occur from plucking hair with tweezers.

It can be the perfect option for those who suffer from hair growth disorders

Those who suffer from hair growth disorders such as Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis can really benefit from the permanency of laser hair removal techniques.

Before deciding on where to go to receive your laser facial hair removal, go online and check out some of the places near you that have the services you want. Whether they use Palomar lasers for hair removal or Candela’s GentleLASE laser hair removal treatment it is best to discuss with them your needs, as well as your skin and hair type.

I hope our top 5 benefits of using laser facial hair removal have helped you decide on the best hair removal technique to suit your needs.

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Facial Hair Laser Removal

Published November 2nd, 2009 in Facial Hair Removal, Laser Hair Removal | Comments Off

There is a reason why laser hair removal is one of the most popular facial hair removal procedures among women. The most commonly treated areas are the upper lip and chin hair. It can be a fast and easy procedure and those qualities are important when it comes to removing hair from the face. Compared to waxing or electrolysis, laser treatment is much less painful and with improved technology more hair can be removed in a single visit.

While multiple visits will still be required to complete the hair removal process, there are usually significant results after the first treatment. Using laser not only removes hair from the surface like shaving but actually eliminates hairs down to the root and doesn’t leave the dark hairs beneath the skin’s surface.

It use to be that too much melanin in the skin could affect how the lasers might cause the skin to react but now there are customizable treatments with different lasers for different skin tones for optimal results. There is little that stands in the way to attaining a perfectly and permanently smooth hairless face.

While it can be more costly, consider the fact that once the hair is completely removed from one area there will never be a need to buy blades, creams, wax, or waxing sessions. And who wants to use wax to literally rip hair off their face. Sounds a little unpleasant and the hair will only grow back thicker and darker each time. Especially for women, this is a big reason some choose not to remove unsightly facial hair. Even still, the hair grows darker with age. Laser hair removal for the face is a great alternative with minimum risk if your surgeon follows proper precautions before the procedure.

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Facial Hair Removal Methods

Published April 28th, 2009 in Facial Hair Removal | Comments Off

Removal of facial hair is a little harder than the rest of the body because of the sensitivity of the skin in the area which is why laser facial hair removal is becoming so popular. Most traditional facial hair removal methods risk irritation and scarring with harsher techniques, but these conditions are usually temporary and last as little as half a day.

Most common methods for facial hair removal are inexpensive options such as shaving and depilatory creams. While cheap and very effective on the outset, it is very temporary and is a treatment for the ‘symptom’ of having hair rather than treating the ‘problem’.

Creams are more expensive ways to remove facial hair but still very affordable for many people. It is a hit or miss solution since many times it doesn’t even work. Also, creams are temporary but can irritate certain skin types. It’s important to test small samples before applying to larger areas of the skin.

Another more painful method is waxing and is popular among women. It’s a longer lasting effect than shaving but ripping hair from the skin hurts and can cause mild inflammation of the skin from all the stress. It’s a method of pulling hair out from the skin and usually is effective at reaching down to the roots.

Long lasting facial hair removal can be attained through laser hair removal procedures. This method is not permanent but does offer very lasting results. Of course it’s the most expensive procedure and that isn’t the only drawback. It could take several visits to the laser hair removal clinic before any results are visible. There is also a chance of skin irritation depending on the sensitivity of the individual’s skin type.

Electrolysis, unlike laser hair removal, is a permanent facial hair removal system. It kills hair by the follicle by zapping it with electrical shocks through a needle. To get permanent results also requires multiple visits because the hair has to be at the right stage of growth before it can be zapped to death. For many people, this method is reserved for other parts of the body and for good reason. The skin on the face is more sensitive and prone to irritation and scarring. It’s an expensive procedure that can cost thousands of dollars per visit making laser facial hair removal that much more appealing in comparison.

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Facial Hair Removal History

Published April 27th, 2009 in Facial Hair Removal | Comments Off

Once upon a time, body hair was not much of an issue; while facial hair removal was the first of hair concerns. Maybe that was because before the invention of laser hair removal methods, there were only temporary solutions and even so there was very little people could do to effectively remove hair when blades were crudely designed for more practical purposes, such as skinning pigs.

Since we can afford that luxury today, the standard for beauty has much changed and body hair is a publicly accepted impediment to reaching that beauty standard. Companies evolved to specifically provide hair removal methods and products to everyday consumers. We went from static blades to electric shavers, creams, waxes, and now laser treatment in a matter of decades.

Beyond facial hair, it is more common than ever to remove body hair that isn’t on your head. In fact, it no longer applies to just women and has become socially acceptable for men to be perfectly smooth as well. This whole thing probably started with women’s need for facial hair removal, then spread to the rest of the body. In fact, there was a case where hair had been removed from the toes because the person wanted pretty toes.

Today, there is a hair removal method for everyone who so desires. There are methods adapted to give the customer choice of style, length, and even duration of the shave whether temporary or permanent or anything in between. Of course there is no more permanent solution than laser hair removal, and laser is now being used in more sensitive areas such as for the purpose of facial hair removal.

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Welcome To Laser Facial Hair Removal Guide

Published April 14th, 2009 in Facial Hair Removal, Laser Hair Removal | Comments Off

Thanks for visiting Laser Facial Hair Removal Guide. We have taken the time to organize information that can help you to learn about facial hair removal by laser as well as facial hair removal via more traditional methods. If you’re looking for information on laser hair removal, facial hair removal, or just hair removal information in general, you have come to the right place.

If you would like more information on laser facial hair removal, please feel free to let us know. Thanks again for the visit and make sure to check back often to receive additional information on facial hair removal.

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