If you're not happy with shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair, laser hair removal may be an option worth considering. Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly done cosmetic procedures in
the U.S. It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light. That destroys the hair. Lasers are useful for removing unwanted hair from the face, leg, chin, back, arm, underarm, bikini line, and other areas. Benefits of laser hair removal include: Precision. Lasers can selectively target dark, coarse hairs while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged. Speed. Each pulse of the laser takes a fraction of a second and can treat many hairs at the same time. The laser can treat an area approximately the size of a quarter every second. Small areas such as the upper lip can be treated in less than a minute, and large areas,
such as the back or legs, may take up to an hour. Predictability. Most patients have permanent hair loss after an average of three to seven sessions. Laser hair removal is more than just ''zapping'' unwanted hair. It is a medical procedure that requires training to perform and carries
potential risks. Before getting laser hair removal, you should thoroughly check the credentials of the doctor or technician performing the procedure. If you are planning on undergoing laser hair removal, you should limit plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks before treatment. That's because the laser targets the hairs' roots, which are temporarily removed by waxing or plucking. You should also avoid sun exposure for six weeks before and after treatment. Sun exposure makes
laser hair removal less effective and makes complications after treatment more likely. Just before the procedure, your hair that will be undergoing treatment will be trimmed to a few millimeters above the skin surface. Usually topical numbing medicine is applied 20- 30
minutes before the laser procedure, to help with the sting of the laser pulses.The laser equipment will be adjusted according to the color, thickness, and location of your hair being treated as well as your skin color. Depending on the laser or light source used, you and the technician will need to wear appropriate eye protection. It will also be necessary to
protect the outer layers of your skin with a cold gel or special cooling device. This will help the laser light penetrate the skin. Next, the technician will give a pulse of light to the treatment area and watch the area for several minutes to make sure the best settings were used and to check for bad reactions. When the procedure is completed, you may be given ice packs, anti-inflammatory creams or lotions, or cold water to ease any discomfort. You may schedule your next treatment
four to six weeks later. You'll get treatments until hair stops growing. For a day or two afterward, the treated area of your skin will look and feel like it's sunburned. Cool compresses and moisturizers may help. If your face was treated, you can wear makeup the next day unless your skin is blistering. Over the next month, your treated hair will fall out. Wear sunscreen for the following month to help prevent temporary changes in the color of the treated skin. Blisters are rare but are more likely in people with
darker complexions. Other potential side effects are swelling, redness, and scarring. Permanent scarring or changes in skin color are rare. Costs of Laser Hair RemovalAccording to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost for laser hair removal was $389 per session in 2020. The cost varies widely, depending on factors that include:
Ask for a consultation to get a better idea of the cost for your particular case. Also, consider the beach off-limits. Two weeks before your appointment, avoid the sun, especially if you're getting hair lasered on sun-exposed areas like your face, neck, chest, back, arms, and legs. No matter your natural skin tone, it'll put you at risk for side effects. When you arrive at the office, expect to do a test spot, especially if your skin is very fair or naturally medium to dark. “Sometimes we'll do a test spot in a hidden area, like the underarm,” says Marmur. “Then we can see if you're the kind of person who gets really, really red afterward, for example.” Any reactions will be immediate, so the technician can address it on the spot. What are laser hair removal side effects?Let's start by clarifying: There are expected side effects, and then there are unwanted side effects of laser hair removal. We'll cover the expected stuff first. A little pinkness and swelling is normal, as are tiny goose-bump-like bumps; those are actually from the swelling of the injured follicles beneath the skin. You also may notice “little black specks that come out of your skin,” says Marmur. “People often misconstrue that as new hair growth, but it's not—it's dead hair shedding.” That's a sign that the laser hair removal worked. The unwanted side effects include blisters, scabbing, hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation. Of some comfort: Pigmentation issues aren't always permanent. “If you get it, let your doctor know right away and use a little cortisone 1% cream on the area,” says Marmur. Keep it out of the sun and heat, and apply a cool compress ASAP. If you're predisposed to hyperpigmentation, your dermatologist may even make a preemptive strike. “For patients with darker skin types, we apply over-the-counter hydrocortisone 1% cream in the office to minimize inflammation and the risk of darkening of skin, or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation," says Kim. "We recommend applying the cream twice daily to the affected areas for three to five days.” It largely varies, since the lasers themselves have gotten better over the years. “I've had patients who were able to tolerate the treatment without any numbing, and patients who experienced some pain even with topical anesthesia,” says Kim. (I, a baby, prefer to spend an hour with numbing cream and have never felt a thing.) Marmur compares the laser beam to a zinging feeling, similar to a needle prick. She's a fan of contact cooling systems, as they blunt the heat created as the laser beam (which is light energy) converts into heat. Plus, they offer enough cooling to minimize any damage caused to surrounding skin, reducing the risk of hyperpigmentation. Certain pain-reducing methods, like suctions and contact cooling, are often built into the lasers. “There is a new laser by Lumenis called Splendor that is very effective and significantly more comfortable than other existing lasers, and I have had great success with it,” says Kim. “Because this laser is much more comfortable, I have been able to treat almost all patients without any topical numbing cream which significantly reduces the waiting time for the patients as well.” Aftercare for laser hair removalSince laser hair removal heats up your skin as it blasts your hair follicles, it's important to cool it back down afterward to avoid side effects like redness. “We often give people cold gauze in Ziploc bags,” says Marmur. “If you're getting in a car, put on the air conditioning and stay in a cool place for a bit, or take a cool shower afterward.” Is laser hair removal effective on chin?Laser hair removal is used to reduce unwanted hair. Common treatment locations include legs, armpits, upper lip, chin and the bikini line. However, it's possible to treat unwanted hair in nearly any area, except the eyelid or surrounding area.
How long does chin laser last?How long will the skin tightening results last from the procedure? The skin tightening results of neuromodulators typically last around 18 months.
How often should you get laser hair removal on your chin?Most patients can have laser hair removal once every 4 to 6 weeks. Your dermatologist will tell you when it is safe to have another treatment. Most patients see some hair regrowth. Your dermatologist can tell you when you can safely have laser treatments to maintain the results.
Should I shave my chin before laser hair removal?A: Unfortunately, yes you do need to shave your facial hair in preparation for your laser treatment. The reason for this is that we need for the hair follicle and root to be intact so that the laser can destroy it; which is why waxing, tweezing, and epilating are not allowed.
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