Beauty requires sacrifice. And sometimes it requires pain and suffering. How else to justify very painful self-care procedures? Many men even believe that women enjoy various peels, hair removal and masks. Just the fair sex always wants to keep youth and beauty, and some procedures give a miraculous effect. For example, laser hair removal. After the procedure, the skin remains smooth for a long time. What more could you want?
Rational approach
In fact, the whole operation is already clear from the name: removal of excess hair on the body with a laser beam - this is laser hair removal. Photos before and after allow you to evaluate the result. Why can a client hope for dramatic changes in his hairline? Why, the hair follicles are sequentially cauterized, and then destroyed from the very roots. In most cases, the hair on the treated area no longer grows, that is, the procedure allows you to get rid of the hair forever. Isn't this the dream of all women whom nature has endowed with a fluff on her chin or dark hair on her legs? In one procedure, the beam covers a scanty area and, accordingly, a small number of hairs. Therefore, this method is mainly used locally. In particular, in this way the hair is removed above the upper lip, in the armpit, as well as in the bikini area and on the face. Laser work requires a certain qualification, which is possessed only by professional cosmetologists in special salons. They have the necessary equipment. In reputable clinics there is also a license for the operation of a laser apparatus.
Laser hair removal: before and after
Cosmetologists receive photos, reviews and thanks from customers very often. Their work seems to many to be true magic. From the movements of these magicians, beauty is born. How is their work done? Preliminary analysis of the working area. Hair growth depends on many factors, which include age, gender and body weight, as well as metabolism, ethnicity and daily exercise. Hair passes through three stages in its life.
- The first is anagen, a period of active growth lasting from two to six years.
- The second is catagen, a regression period when the hair papilla atrophies, the hair cells stop dividing. This period lasts about 1-3 weeks.
- The third stage is a period of rest, when the hair can be removed mechanically if desired.
In healthy people, most of the hair is in the first period. But this is affected by the general state of health, medication and even the mood of a person. When laser hair removal is performed, before and after the photo, the reviews are enthusiastic, because the hair disappears! Flashes of light penetrate the skin, heat the hair over the entire surface. The hair has nowhere else to grow and it is destroyed. Beauticians recommend performing the procedure on dark hair, as they contain a high content of melanin, which takes on the laser beam. Blonde cannon hair can be removed by more gentle methods. If a person has dark and tanned skin, laser hair removal is not recommended. Before and after the photo, the reviews are mixed in such cases, since the energy of the laser pulse is dissipated and may not reach the hair follicle.
Types of the main tool
So the client decided and his choice was laser hair removal. Before and after the photo, reviews get mostly positive, since the hair in any case becomes thinner and thinner. If the skin is problematic or the hair is too thick, then a couple of procedures may be required, but the effect will be noticeable. The only question is which laser to use for hair removal.
For fair skin and dark hair, a ruby laser is suitable , which needs several sessions for an absolute effect.
The alexandrite laser, which quickly removes hair on dark skin, works more quickly and powerfully.
The diode laser penetrates deeper, which, however, is characterized by a low speed of work.
Finally, a neodymium laser penetrates deeply under the skin and acts even on dark skin.
In beauty salons and cabinets, an alexandrite laser is more often used, but diode and neodymium lasers can squeeze it from the leader’s pedestal.
Why not?
Hair after laser hair removal is thinning and gradually destroyed. They brighten and thin. It must be remembered that there will be no turning back and the hair will not grow back. Delicate cosmetologists warn their clients about this, fearing that in a couple of months they will fall for a fresh trend with natural hair growth. In addition, not everyone can carry out this procedure. There are a number of indications and contraindications.
Note that hair removal is relatively safe for the body, but requires a responsible approach. With poor-quality work, complications can occur.
Contraindications are any purulent skin rashes, herpes and a decompensated form of diabetes. You can not do the procedure for cancer patients, owners of dark skin, women during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Also banned are people suffering from infection, and people who have red or gray hair in the treated area.
Who can?
But there are people who are acutely shown laser hair removal. Reviews of photos before and after get amazing. Clients of a cosmetologist are people with plentiful vegetation on the face and neck, with a tendency to ingrown hair in the bikini area and on the face. The procedure will also help people with very sensitive skin, prone to irritation after shaving and other traumatic methods of hair removal. The potential audience of cosmetologists has fair skin and dark hair.
Carefully
Before the cosmetology procedure, they warn that there are symptoms in which it is undesirable to do laser hair removal. There is no strict prohibition, but in fact responsibility is passed on to the client. If he insists, despite the possible side effect, then negative reviews become absurd. So, with caution, you need to do epilation with varicose veins, otherwise you can provoke their greater visibility. Do not get involved in the procedure for people who have warts, moles and age spots in abundance. Wait until better times if your skin has abrasions and cuts, or if you are currently struggling with a respiratory viral infection. Refrain from hair removal during menstruation. It is not recommended to do laser hair removal for hormonal disorders, allergies in the acute stage, and with poor tissue regeneration.
Pros of the procedure
After laser hair removal, hair grows less or does not grow at all. It depends on the original customer data. In general, the method of hair removal is very effective. It helps to solve the problem of excessive vegetation in non-standard places for women and men. For example, there are cases of hair removal of the ears, wings of the nose or fingers. In women, hair on the chest and neck is often removed. The procedure has a minimum of discomfort, and in terms of time it is short. So, the hair above the upper lip is removed only 20 minutes, but an hour and a half will take epilation of the bikini zone. The season does not affect hair removal, but a couple of weeks before the procedure, you should not actively sunbathe in the sun without protective creams. I must say that the laser beam disinfects the area and prevents the inflammatory process, so it is very rare for an allergic reaction in clients. The skin after laser hair removal is not injured, since the laser absorbs the dark pigment of the hairs. An undoubted plus will be the fact that the result is preserved for life, without the risk of ingrowth and inflammation.
Cons of the procedure
Of course, not everyone can use the laser technique. Overboard are clients with dark skin, gray or red hair. They cannot count on a good result after the procedure, and, therefore, the game is not worth the candle. In addition, laser hair removal has been and remains an expensive procedure, especially when the exposure area is large. For a stable result, several sessions are needed, since not all hair at once in a person is in the stage of active growth. Other follicles are inactive and cannot absorb laser light. Between sessions you will have to do monthly intervals. A relative minus is the duration of the procedure. The laser operates on a small area and the procedure can be very stretched, so this method is not recommended for epilation of legs or back. In sensitive places, pain can occur, for example, in the bikini area and armpit.
Before the procedure
So, you have planned the procedure. So, in 2-4 months, you need to completely stop the point hair removal with wax or tweezers. We also set the razor to one side. You can not injure hair follicles, otherwise there will be no effect. It’s very difficult to leave your hairline alone, but the result will be justified, because it will be long-term and make all hair removal preparations unnecessary. A couple of weeks before the procedure, you can not refuse sunscreen cosmetics, since the procedure is not possible on tanned skin. By the way, with such precautions, pigmentation can be avoided. Refrain from going to the solarium and choose a quality sunblock. If the hair in the treatment area is very long, then it can be pre-cut or shaved to prevent microburns. The length of the hair should be approximately 1-2 mm, as from the laser they will melt and burn. A week before the procedure, you need to abandon alcohol tonics and lotions, and on the day of hair removal - from deodorants and other cosmetics. In time, it is better to carry out the procedure for a week or a week after menstruation in order to reduce pain.
The procedure itself in detail
With preliminary preparation, laser hair removal is done. The cosmetologist takes photos before and after for reporting in order to be able to visually evaluate the result. The doctor determines the phototype of the skin, checks for susceptibility to sun exposure. Laser tests are sometimes performed to select a safe and effective level of thermal energy for the procedure. The pain threshold of the patient allows you to determine anesthesia. Mainly, special creams are used for this, which are applied to the skin an hour before the “X” moment. It is better to discuss questions about anesthesia in advance in order to meet the time frame of the visit. The doctor and patient should use safety glasses to protect their eyes. The skin at the treatment site should be clean and dry. The beautician's movements are smooth and slow, and between the laser pulses a skin cooling system is activated to anesthetize and prevent inflammation. There should not be severe pain. Only tingling and burning. Most of the hair immediately falls off after the procedure. But some hairs hold for about 10 more days. The next session is possible only after the hair has grown. For the face, 4-8 sessions are required, a slightly less laser bikini hair removal is required. Before and after photos can be taken only for yourself, if you do not want to leave them to the doctor, but ethics require that such shots do not allow you to recognize a person. Before the procedure, you need to undergo an examination with an endocrinologist to check the hormonal background.
Skin care
The procedure is completed and now it is time for leaving and relaxation. A slight reddening of the skin in the treatment area is normal. You can use soothing creams or sprays. Do not be afraid of falling hairs. They will seem to be pushed out. New hairs will be removed in the upcoming session. Refrain during the period from cosmetics and the use of deodorants. While it is not worth visiting baths and saunas. Pity your skin and reduce your time in the sun. Always use sun protection. Some complications may appear after the procedure. Young doctors sin skin burns. This means that the skin cooling system let us down. You may feel discomfort during the procedure and draw the attention of the doctor. At a minimum, you are entitled to a discount for such a misunderstanding. If the patient has profuse sweating, the hair follicle may become inflamed. Sometimes an allergic rash appears, which it is recommended to fight with an anesthetic and cooling gas. Procedures in the face can provoke photophobia and conjunctivitis, which is explained by a loose fit of the glasses.
Reviews and price
There are two most important criteria for quality of service. This is the price range and reviews after laser hair removal. For the price, it can be annoyingly noted that the technique is expensive, since one session cannot be dispensed with. In some cases, you have to do up to 10 procedures. Price varies from exposure area. On the face from 1200 to 3000 rubles there is one zone. Approximately 3000-7500 is laser bikini hair removal. Before and after - the differences are striking, but how much will have to spend money on a long-term result ?! Belly, lower back and decollete zone will cost from 3000 to 6000 rubles. The most expensive legs and arms, 8000-15000 for one zone.
And what do people who need laser hair removal say? Reviews of photos before and after get correct and clear. Admittedly, at the most, customers are satisfied. Hair leaves and no longer annoying. A less powerful laser has to be made on the bikini zone, as pain appears, but the vegetation leaves almost without a fight. After the first session, the hair thinns, becomes thin and light.