Hair removal treatments can be done anywhere on the body and laser is no exception. Laser Hair Removal is becoming more and more popular for males and females. Typically, it may take anywhere from 4-5 sessions about 6 weeks apart for the treatment to fully work.
For women
The most common body areas for treatment of women include legs, underarms, arms, face, upper lip and pubic area. 6 – 8 treatments usually result in a 75% – 95% permanent hair loss.
For men
The most common areas are stomach, back and sideburns.
Laser hair removal is the most effective when hair is actively growing. This is why it’s important to refrain from plucking, tweezing or waxing, weeks before the procedure. Apart from a mild burning sensation or warmth in the area treated there are no known side effects. Patients are, however, advised to avoid sunlight, tan beds, chlorine and saltwater because these can cause redness and Skin irritation.
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