Laser hair removal face

Excess facial hair is the nightmare of any woman. For some, this problem is particularly relevant, because sometimes the fluffy hair grows very quickly, but it is not so easy to remove them. Even professional hair removal with wax or sugar paste helps out only for a certain period of time.

Not surprisingly, the idea of ​​getting rid of excess facial hair is visited not only by women, but also by men who want to achieve the most presentable and well-groomed appearance. Fortunately, today it is quite possible thanks to the procedure of laser hair removal.

There is a widespread misconception that the terms "depilation" and "epilation" are the same, implying hair removal in unwanted places. Partly for this reason, many do not see any difference between a standard shave and an expensive laser procedure, considering the latter as unnecessary spending and even a luxury for lazy people who are tired of using a shaving machine.

In fact, the difference between shaving and laser hair removal is not only in price and the effort involved, just as the difference between epilation and depilation is much more significant.

Depilation – it is the elimination of only that part of the hair that protrudes above the surface of the skin.

It is easy to understand that after such a procedure, the hairs grow back quickly enough. The most common and simple method of depilation is the aforementioned shaving, which can guarantee the effect for no more than two days, while really high-quality blades, skills and patience are required.

The main significant disadvantage of depilation is a very short effect and a lot of undesirable consequences. The same shaving irritates the skin and can trigger the appearance of inflammatory processes. In addition, depilation with cutting the upper part of the hairs leads to their enhanced growth, so the bristles will become more rigid and thick, and thickened hairs, breaking through the dermis, will cause unpleasant itching.

The term "hair removal" means just the complete removal of unwanted vegetation with the destruction of all hair tissues. Laser hair removal, for example, has a negative effect on the follicle, leading to the destruction of hairs and the gradual cessation of their growth forever.

The principle of laser hair removal is the so-called photochemical effect. As an example, we can consider the most popular option - a diode laser. A concentrated beam of laser energy passes through the tissue of the dermis and affects a well-defined area in which the hair bulb is located. At the same time at this point, the temperature rises to such indicators at which the hair roots irreversibly die.

Due to the concentrated beam of the laser, the tissue surrounding the hair remains completely intact. This makes such procedures much more comfortable and safer than methods of epilation known to many by means of hot wax or sugar paste. In addition, laser hair removal on the face is much more effective, since it guarantees absolute removal of the hair bulb due to its pronounced thermal and physical effect.

Laser hair removal can be used by both women and men, since it is completely unimportant for the device how rough and dense, or vice versa, thin skin in the treatment area.The sensor apparatus has a very accurate and permanent effect on the hair roots, so the procedure is considered safe for the skin, very fast and effective.

From the point of view of medicine, laser hair removal can be quite a serious intervention for the body.

It is especially important to take into account women and men who suffer from high sensitivity of the skin or allergic reactions. Despite the fact that the use of laser is positioned as the most comfortable and easy method of hair removal, it is best to consult a doctor if you have at least one of the following contraindications:

• Any acute illness or exacerbation of chronic conditions. Especially if the clinical manifestations are reflected on the skin;
• Pronounced tan. Laser procedures are generally recommended to be carried over to the winter season, since ultraviolet sunlight will be very harmful to the skin. You should also refuse to visit the beaches or tanning salons;

• Abundant birthmarks in the area to be epylated. In medicine, moles are always considered as particularly sensitive places on the body, the damage of which can provoke the appearance of tumors. If you have a lot of moles on your face, it is best to consult with doctors before performing the procedures;
• Varicose veins in the neck or face;

• Any infectious diseases of a bacterial or viral nature, for example, influenza;
• Burns of any degree in the area of ​​hair removal. You should also consider the presence of scars or any damage to the skin;
• Periods of pregnancy or breastfeeding;
• Acceptance of antibacterial or analgesic drugs.

The above conditions are only relative contraindications that do not mean that you have to put an end to the possibility of comfortable removal of unwanted hair. However, additional expert advice is required to eliminate undesirable health effects. Concerning absolute contraindications, then these include the following:

• Diabetes mellitus of any type. This disease affects the walls of blood vessels, and since the skin on the face and neck is thinner, there is a risk of their destruction during laser irradiation;
• Oncological diseases in the face and neck;

• Acute forms of herpes, including on the mucous of the lips and mouth;
• Individual intolerance to the body of laser radiation.

Compared to other known hair removal methods, laser treatments have many advantageswhich in recent years have made them the “gold standard” for anyone who wants to get rid of unnecessary facial hair.

• Due to the point effect, there is the possibility of careful, accurate and painless hair removal from any zone on the face or neck. The use of sugar paste is quite painful and is accompanied by irritation, and hot wax is almost impossible to use for such tasks;

• One of the most important advantages of laser hair removal is the complete destruction of the hair follicles. Only this method can guarantee complete removal of hair forever, and not for a while;
• No pain and damage to the dermis;

• Longer effect in comparison with the same wax or sugar paste. After the laser, the skin retains its smoothness for about 3-4 weeks. After 4-5 procedures, hair growth in the treated areas of the face will stop forever.

Among the shortcomings can be noted only a relatively high price for procedures. Epilation of a face will cost you from 1000 to 3000 rubles, depending on the price of the clinic, the number and complexity of the treated areas, the choice of a particular apparatus.

To date, there are several types of laser devices for hair removal, which differ in the length of the emitted wave, as well as its concentration and accuracy. For example, longwave devices are usually equipped with a neodymium laser, but on short waves work:

• Diode;
• Alexandrite;
• Ruby;

These three laser variants have different concentration and beam power. The most painful procedures using alexandrite and neodymium types. In some cases, they may even require prior local anesthesia. This is due to more powerful and less accurate radiation that affects the surrounding hair follicles and tissues and heats them.

The most popular is the diode version of the laser. It ideally combines the power and accuracy of radiation and can guarantee getting rid of hair forever in just 4-5 visits to the master.

The type and quality of equipment plays an important role. That is why, when visiting a salon or clinic, make sure that this establishment has an official license, which confirms the use of real branded devices, and not cheaper fakes.

In addition to the epilation itself, preparation for its implementation is important. In some cases, when the client does not comply with the recommendations, the master may even refuse to carry out the procedure, since it will be completely useless.

It is important to remember, especially for men, that you can not shave your face and any parts of the skin that will be subjected to laser treatment the day before the procedure.This can be done in two or three days, but not later. The fact is that for effective treatment hairs should be no shorter and no longer than 1-2 millimeters.

For women, another problem is more relevant: on the day of epilation, you should abandon any cosmetics and skin care products. They can cause significant interference to the laser or even lead to unexpected negative effects during radiation, such as irritation or chemical burns. Especially dangerous are products based on natural or synthetic oils, as they create a protective film on the surface of hairs and dermis.

It is also possible to apply on the skin directly in the cabin itself. lidocaine in the form of a spray. This is necessary for anesthesia if an irresistible or alexandrite type of laser is used, which can cause discomfort. This is not always the case, and diode types of devices will not require any additional measures at all.

During the epilation, the client’s and the master’s eyes are closed with special glasses, since during the operation the sensor of the device emits bright flashes of a laser that can impair vision. The only discomfort you may encounter is the smell of scorched hair. This is due to the fact that the main task of the laser is the thermal burning of the hair and melanin tissue.

It is enough at least once to carry out the procedure of depilation of the face with a laser to ensure its unusual effectiveness. The skin becomes completely smooth, which is impossible to achieve with a normal razor.

Unlike sugar paste or wax, the laser penetrates much deeper and acts by the point of destruction of the hair follicles, rather than pulling them out. Because of this, the result will last much longer, and not 1-2 weeks. In addition, new hair will be thin and light, and after a few repetitions of the procedure, they will stop growing at all.

Thus, laser hair removal is ideal for women who want to get rid of excess hair on the chin or above the upper lip. Also, clinics often turn men to align the growth of hair behind, correct the growth of the beard, remove excess vegetation on the cheeks and neck.

Unlike other ways to eliminate hair, The laser practically does not damage surrounding tissues and skin. However, experts recommend additional care in order to reduce the risk of drying out and the development of inflammatory diseases.

To do this, it is enough to treat the epilated area with any moisturizing cream, and then use an additional bactericidal agent. In addition, the use of a laser is not a contraindication for the use of cosmetics that care for the skin of the face. Therefore, women can conduct daily preventive procedures such as washing, peeling, nourishing masks.

Those who have at least once tried on laser facial hair removal, almost never return to the old methods like shaving. Moreover, after 4-5 repeated procedures, the need to worry about excess hair disappears forever, as they completely stop growing.

After epilating the face area with a laser, men and women note the perfect smoothness of the skin, accurate point-to-point hair removal. Also attracts attention the absence of any effects on the skin like rashes and irritation.

Today, hair removal from the face by applying a diode laser is the fastest, most reliable, effective and comfortable method for removing unwanted hair.

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