Laser Hair Reduction

Laser hair reduction is an excellent way to get rid of unwanted hair for good. This method prevents the process of hair regeneration by making the hair follicles unable to produce new hair. All areas of the body with hair present qualify for permanent hair reduction and it is suitable for both men and women. This method is safe and devoid of any skin troubles like pigmentation.

How does this method actually work?

This treatment involves a simple principle where a laser beam is targeted on the area to be treated. Melanin (pigment which gives colour to skin and hair) absorbs the laser beam and as it is absorbed by the hair follicles below the skin, heat is generated. Due to the heat generated, the hair follicle is destroyed, causing an inability to produce new hair. If performed under the supervision of a certified dermatologist, it provides the desired results without affecting the skin.

Laser hair reduction for men

The availability of treatments via lasers offers men great results for permanent hair reduction and enables them to enjoy smooth and clear skin. Male patients typically undergo treatment for unwanted hair on the chest, legs, neck and back, but all areas of the body are treatable.

Laser hair reduction for women

For women, the conventional methods of shaving, bleaching, plucking and waxing can not only be time-consuming but also ineffective and painful. Thanks to laser hair reduction, women can now enjoy permanent reduction of unwanted hair after a few treatments. The common areas of treatment for women include face, legs and bikini line, this method is effective on any part of the body.

How much hair one is expected to lose?

Many patients successfully experience around 60 to 90 per cent of permanent hair reduction in the areas that have been treated. It is difficult to achieve a 100 per cent success rate in permanent hair reduction with the current available laser treatments and the results vary according to the patient's hair and skin type.

How many treatments required till the hair grows back?

The number of treatments required will differ according to hair colour, the area being treated and the skin type. On average, an individual will require an average of 4 sessions at an interval of 6-12 weeks in order to get maximum results. It is necessary for the hair to grow in between sessions, so maintaining the treated area by shaving until your next treatment is permitted. However, plucking or waxing will only slow the permanent hair reduction process and is not recommended.