Laser Hair Removal Can Be Both Comfortable and Effective - By: Dave Stringham

The laser emits a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin and is absorbed by the hair follicle. The absorbed laser energy is transformed into heat, destroying the hair follicle and leaving the surrounding skin unaffected.

The GentleLASE laser is the only system available with a dynamic cooling device that sprays cryogen onto the skin. This cools the upper skin layers and protects even the most delicate skin while dramatically reducing discomfort.

This same laser works on leg veins. Spider veins and larger leg veins can be effectively treated with the same laser wavelength by simply using a different delivery head. This specially shaped head gets laser energy sufficiently deep into those pesky leg veins to destroy them very effectively. Compared with sclero therapy, treatment is easier, faster and more effective. Like sclero therapy, this is temporary, improving with each treatment.

Over time, skin will grow new hair from follicles that have never been active before. This is common due to a variety of reasons, such as hormonal changes, aging, maturation, etc. If you experience re-growth, you will notice the texture of the hair is fine and lighter in color. After you have successfully been treated for hair reduction, you may require an occasional maintenance session to eliminate the new hair.

Since it is the pigment in the hair that absorbs the laser energy, darker hair will absorb more energy. Thicker hair will absorb more energy, as well. Thus, the perfect patient for laser hair reduction is fair skinned and has dark hair. Patients with very light, blond, or gray hair are not good candidates for this treatment. This is why it is a good idea to get rid of unwanted hair before it turns gray.

In darker skin types, or tanned skin, hyper-pigmentation may occur. Hyper-pigmentation is a response of your normal pigment calls to laser stimulation, is basically a dark tan, in a very localized area. Fortunately, it is temporary and will fade over time. If you are tanned however, it is best if you wait 4 weeks for your tan to fade, to minimize the chances for hyper-pigmentation.

At most cosmetic surgery offices, they offer competitive and economical rates. Treatments widely vary in cost. Offices prices range from $70 per treatment area (upper lip) to $850 (full legs). You may purchase a package of 3 treatments for a discounted price. Most places can give you a more exact quote during your initial consultation.

About the Author

Dave Stringham, the President of LookingYourBest.com writes about plastic surgery in San Diego, California and plastic surgery procedures like san diego laser hair removal, breast augmentation, face lift, rhinoplasty, and liposuction.

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