Question 1

1. WHAT IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

Laser hair removal is a medical procedure using a concentrated beam of light (a laser) to remove unwanted hair.

A laser emits a beam of light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair. This light energy converts into heat, which damages the tube-shaped sacs within the skin (hair follicles) that produce hairs. This damage inhibits or delays future hair growth.

Laser hair removal delays hair growth for long periods, but it's not guaranteed to result in permanent hair removal. A patient will require multiple laser hair removal treatments for initial hair removal, and likely followup maintenance treatments. Laser hair removal is most effective for people who have light skin and dark hair, but we can successfully use it on all skin types.

The risk of damage to your skin is higher when there is a low contrast between your hair and skin color. However, advances in laser technology have made laser hair removal an option for people who have darker skin. Laser hair removal is less effective for hair colors that don't absorb light well, such as gray, red, blond and white hair colors. However, laser treatment options for light-colored hair continue to be developed.

Most health insurance plans do not cover cosmetic surgery or its complications, but some businesses offer patient financing plans for laser hair removal, so be sure to ask.

WHAT IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL?

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Question 2

2. WHAT IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR HAIR REMOVAL? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

There are a variety of methods used for hair removal with various pros and cons. These methods include:

Shaving - Best for leg, arm, and facial hair. It can, though, cause ingrown hairs, especially in the pubic region.
Plucking - Can be painful, but it may be a good option if you only have a few hairs you want to remove.
Depilatory Creams - The chemicals dissolve the hair shaft, but some may have an allergic reaction.
Hot Waxing - Can be messy and painful. May leave some hairs behind because they can break off.
Threading - A traditional Indian method of hair removal using strings twisted in a pattern to pull unwanted hair out.
Laser Hair Removal - The laser beam or a light pulse works to destroy the hair bulb. This is one of the longest-lasting methods. May require multiple treatments 4-6 weeks apart for best results.
Electrolysis - Two methods. Galvanic hair removal chemically destroys the hair follicle. Thermolytic removal uses heat to destroy the follicle.
Medications and Unwanted Hair - There are drugs that inhibit hair growth. Speak with your doctor.

WHAT IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR HAIR REMOVAL?

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Question 3

3. HOW LONG SHOULD YOU NOT SHAVE BEFORE LASER HAIR REMOVAL? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

It is important to shave shortly before your laser hair removal appointment.

We recommend 24 hours before your scheduled appointment.

Avoid shaving on the day of your session as it can be dangerous because the razor may lift a layer of skin off as it passes over your skin.

Freshly shaved skin can be sensitive for a period as there is the risk of removing a layer of skin when you shave. Freshly shaved skin is more easily damaged by the laser hair removal process. Please tell your practitioner the hour and day you last shaved the area to be treated.

HOW LONG SHOULD YOU NOT SHAVE BEFORE LASER HAIR REMOVAL?

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Question 4

4. HOW MUCH DOES LASER HAIR REMOVAL COST? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

The cost of laser hair removal varies depending by state, region, the area of the body you want to treat, and how many sessions you need to achieve the desired results.

The larger the area to receive the laser hair removal treatment, the more time it will require, and therefore, the higher the cost per treatment.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost for laser hair removal was $389 per session in 2020.

HOW MUCH DOES LASER HAIR REMOVAL COST?

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Question 5

5. HOW LONG DOES LASER HAIR REMOVAL LAST? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

Laser hair removal can be permanent when the laser successfully destroys the hair follicle. If only damage, the hair will eventually regrow. The time it takes for the hair to regrow depends on the person's unique hair growth cycle. Some people have hair that grows more quickly than others.

Hair falls out at the root, so laser hair removal is a much longer-lasting alternative to shaving. Many patients see most hair loss immediately following their initial appointment. However, it can take up to 2-weeks for residual hairs to die off, and additional treatments for any hairs the laser does not fully destroy the hair follicle.

Over time, the treated hair follicles may recover from the initial laser damage and grow hair again. It's difficult to eliminate 100% of hair follicles in an area. Therefore, you may notice a tiny amount of hair regrowth after laser hair removal treatment.

HOW LONG DOES LASER HAIR REMOVAL LAST?

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Question 6

6. WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE AND AFTER LASER HAIR REMOVAL? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

The side effects to laser hair removal are minimal. This is one of the primary benefits of laser hair removal.

Some patients may experience temporary redness, itching, and swelling of the skin right after treatment. These side effects usually go away within a few hours. One can often sooth the treated are by applying aloe vera.

Before Laser Hair Removal:

4-6 weeks Prior, Stop Plucking and Waxing.
24 hours prior, shave the area to be treated (NOT SAME DAY).
2 weeks prior, keep the to-be-treated area out of the sun.
6 weeks prior, Stop bleaching the area to be treated.
Inform your Laser Hair Removal professional about all medication you are taking.
Use soap and water to cleanse the area prior to treatment. Remove all makeup products.

After Laser Hair Removal:

For a day or two after laser hair removal treatment, the treated area of your skin may look and feel similar to being sunburned.
Cool compresses and moisturizers may help with any discomfort.
You can wear facial makeup the next day unless your skin is blistering.
Over the next month, your laser hair removal treated hair will fall out.
Wear sunscreen for at least a month to help prevent temporary changes in the color of the treated skin.
Blisters are rare but can be more likely in people with darker complexions.
Other possible side effects include swelling, redness, and scarring. Permanent scarring or permanent changes in skin color are rare.

WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE AND AFTER LASER HAIR REMOVAL?

At Sandia Skin + Face, we speak with you to understand your goals and work with you to tailor a personal treatment plan to meet your goals. Please ask us all your questions. Education on our treatments is a crucial focus we provide to our clients.

Question 7

7. WHO SHOULD GET LASER HAIR REMOVAL? (LASER HAIR REMOVAL FAQS)

Accepted Answer

Anyone can get laser hair removal, regardless of skin color or hair type.

However, people with light skin and dark hair see faster and better results than people with light hair or a darker skin tone.

Any man or woman can have laser hair removal treatments, though pregnant women should wait until after they’ve given birth to begin their sessions.

It is best to play it safe and avoid laser hair removal while you’re pregnant. There is no evidence to suggest that it is unsafe, but there have not been long-term studies to analyze the effect of the laser on an unborn child.

WHO SHOULD GET LASER HAIR REMOVAL?

At Sandia Skin + Face, we speak with you to understand your goals and work with you to tailor a personal treatment plan to meet your goals. Please ask us all your questions. Education on our treatments is a crucial focus we provide to our clients.

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