Unwanted hair on the skin is often seen as aesthetically undesirable. Today, most people are concerned about their appearance and feel underconfident about facing others because of their undesirable hair growth. Though waxing, shaving, threading, and depilatory creams are available, laser hair removal is undoubtedly the best, long-term, safe approach, and it has become the preferred option for most people.
If you have decided to invest in laser hair removal or are just confused, before setting your first consultation for laser hair removal in Noida or elsewhere, here are some important things you must be aware.
Essential Things to Know Before Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal treatment works best on certain skin and hair types. Multiple sessions are required, and sun protection is crucial for safe, effective results. Here are some things to know:
1. Laser Hair Removal Works Very Fast on Almost All Skin Types/Tones of Any Area.
There are two laser types: Alexandrite and Nd: YAG, each designed for different skin types. With modern laser hair removal devices at Arcane Clinic, the laser intensity can be adjusted based on the client’s skin type/tone and the targeted hair to ensure safe and effective hair removal.
A single pulse of laser can target multiple hair follicles at once. The sessions can be done during lunchtime, with small treatment areas taking a few minutes and larger areas taking longer. Moreover, any hairy area can be targeted with a laser, including sensitive areas, except for the hair around the eyes.
2. Laser Hair Removal Sessions Are Tolerable.
The pain from a laser hitting the targeted hairy skin varies based on your skin sensitivity and pain tolerance. Usually, patients report experiencing a warm, pin-prick sensation or a hot rubber band being flicked against the skin. Every laser shot brings a different level of discomfort, but it’s bearable either way.
With the use of a modern laser with in-built cooling technology, a prior application of a numbing cream, and a later use of a soothing topical, laser hair removal sessions are reported to be more comfortable nowadays. For those with extra sensitive skin, a painkiller is an option.
3. Hair Color Matters for Laser Hair Removal.
Unfortunately, laser hair removal safely and effectively works on dark hair and light skin- the ideal contrast. This means you can’t get rid of white, grey, or red hair. As the laser targets melanin in hair roots, not the skin, it damages or destroys hair follicles with heat.
4. Laser Hair Removal Offers Long-Lasting Results.
Multiple laser hair removal sessions can get you to a stage where you barely see hair on your skin, and your skin feels and looks silky smooth. That’s because laser heat damages or destroys hair follicles that grow unwanted hair.
But completely hair-free skin is not possible for life, especially for those with hormonal imbalances. The laser-treated areas can sprout new hair, but it is usually finer and lighter, usually after more than 6 weeks. Hence, maintenance sessions are recommended to maintain treatment results.
5. Laser Hair Removal Can Treat Ingrown Hairs and Improve Skin Health/Appearance.
For all the chronic sufferers of ingrown hair, razor burns, and irritated skin, here comes the relief! As laser hair removal disables the hair growth by acting at its roots, there is no recurrence of ingrown hair.
Even the existing ingrown hair can be removed. With the removal of the source of skin discomfort, the risk of skin inflammation or itching is reduced. The treated area no longer looks like strawberry skin or develops breakouts, cuts, burns, or wounds. Instead, the skin of the targeted area turns smoother and softer.
6. Commitment and consistency are a must for Significant Hair Reduction.
Typically, after 6-8 regular sessions, most people report an 80-90% long-term reduction in laser-treated unwanted hair. In each session, a different group of hair follicles enters the anagen (growth) phase of the hair growth cycle.
If any session is missed or delayed, the targeted hair follicles can return to the resting or dormant phase of the hair growth cycle, making the laser treatment session ineffective. Touch-up sessions are necessary to target the regrown or stubborn hair and maintain the results.
7. Tweezing, Waxing, or any hair-removal method is strictly forbidden before a laser hair removal session.
Laser works on active hair follicles; if none are present, the laser will lose its target, and the treatment won’t be successful. With waxing or plucking between laser hair removal sessions, the hair growth cycle can be disrupted in the area being treated with laser, so more sessions will be needed for the desired results.
Also, there will be a risk of skin irritation or inflammation. If a laser is applied to freshly irritated or inflamed skin, there is a high risk of burns, scarring, or pigmentation changes.
These are some of the things one must be aware of before getting the treatment. More details can be obtained by consulting a dermatologist at Arcane Clinic, a leading laser clinic in Noida.
Benefits of Choosing Laser Hair Removal Treatment
- It precisely targets the area to be treated without damaging the surrounding skin
- Offers long-term reduction of unwanted hair
- Reduce the risk of ingrown hairs and razor bumps
- Makes skin smoother, softer, and even-toned
- Saves time and money in the long run
- Minimal discomfort as lasers use modern cooling technology
- Treatment can also be performed in sensitive areas of the body.
Cost of Laser Hair Removal in Noida
The cost of laser hair removal in Noida starts at INR 3,000 for small areas like the upper lip or chin and INR 6,000 for larger areas like the underarms, hands, shoulders, back, legs, and more.
For more details on treatment cost and other queries, meet Arcane Clinic dermatologists for detailed insights.
FAQs on Laser Hair Removal Treatment
How to prepare for laser hair removal treatment?
One must avoid sun exposure, shave about 24 hours before the procedure, and not apply ret-inol or peels for 3-5 days before the procedure for safer results.
What to expect after laser hair removal treatment?
One can experience redness, sensitivity, and gradual hair shedding. This is temporary and will resolve in a few days. Proper aftercare ensures better outcomes and also prevents any pigmentation.
Who is not an ideal candidate for laser hair removal?
Women who are pregnant, people suffering from active skin infections, or those with photosensitive conditions must talk to a dermatologist before going for this treatment.
Is shaving allowed between laser sessions?
Yes, shaving is allowed between laser hair removal treatment sessions, but one must avoid waxing, epilating, or plucking.