It is a popular cosmetic procedure used to permanently reduce or remove unwanted body hair. It utilizes concentrated beams of light (laser) to target and destroy hair follicles, preventing future hair growth. The procedure is effective on various body areas, including the face, arms, legs, underarms, bikini area, and back.

How does it work?

During laser hair reduction, the laser emits a specific wavelength of light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) present in the hair follicles. The absorbed light is converted into heat energy, which damages the hair follicles and inhibits or delays future hair growth. Since the laser targets the hair follicles based on their pigment, the procedure is generally more effective on people with darker hair and lighter skin tones. However, advancements in technology have made laser hair reduction more suitable for people with a wider range of skin and hair colors.

Benefits of laser hair reduction:

1. Precision: The laser can target specific areas without damaging the surrounding skin.

2. Long-lasting results: While some hair may grow back over time, many people experience long-lasting hair reduction or even permanent hair removal after multiple sessions.

3. Speed: The procedure can treat large areas quickly, with each laser pulse lasting just a fraction of a second.

4. Less discomfort: Compared to other hair removal methods like waxing or plucking, laser hair reduction is relatively less painful.

5. Reduced ingrown hairs: Since the hair follicles are damaged, the likelihood of developing ingrown hairs is significantly reduced.

It’s important to note that multiple sessions are typically required to achieve the desired results. Hair grows in cycles, and not all hair follicles are active at the same time. As a result, several sessions spaced a few weeks apart are needed to target hair in different growth stages effectively.