Laser hair removal is known to be the most effective solution to the unwanted body hair. It is known to deal permanently with the problem of unwanted body hair. The technique uses laser targets the dark, pigment melanin in the hair follicles and the laser heats the follicles enough to damage the hair growth permanently. It takes several sessions as it has to be done very minutely. Against the popular belief, laser hair removal is not painless and has side effects too. We have put together the pros and cons of the laser hair removal treatment. Evaluate your decision before you proceed with the treatment.
Pros
1. The laser treatment is the safest of all the other medical solutions for the removal of unwanted body hair, if performed under the experts and skilled specialists.
2. The laser hair removal is the most effective solution for the unwanted body hair problem with near perfect and permanent solution. You can see the results immediately and most of the consumers are happy and satisfied with the results of the laser hair removal treatment.
3. The laser treatment for hair removal doesnât cause the damage to the skin and is almost painless with very minor sting while performing the procedure.
4. The hair removal procedure through laser can be taken to the large body portion in one sitting like legs, back and chest.
5. Laser hair removal is safe and good enough to be performed even in the sensitive body parts like face, bikini, breast and other sensitive areas as well.
6. If the follicles are not damaged completely, there can be re-growth of hair even after the laser treatment. However, the good news is that the hair texture will be lighter and finer and the growth will be much lesser.
7. The laser hair removal is harmless as compared to other procedures of hair removal like electrolyses or waxing.
Cons
1. The laser hair removal is an elaborate procedure which will require at least 4-6 sittings of the treatment, in contrary to the beliefs that laser treatment is like a magic wand, that makes your body hair free and smooth as soon as you walk out of the treatment cabin doors. The process may take time for perfect and desired results.
2. All the claims related to laser treatment is not yet scientifically proved, and there are always chances of a complication cropping up due to the laser treatment. The scientific society is still hesitant to mark its approval for this hair removal treatment as a fool-proof ultimate solution.
3. Since laser treatment works the best with the contrasting light skin with dark hair, the laser for tan or darker skin tones are still under development. The laser treatment is not beneficial for blonde, gray or red hair types.
4. Since it is a laser treatment, the chances of side effects cannot be swept away completely. There can be swelling and redness of the skin and may also result into the skin problems like discoloration or burning of skin.
5. The laser used during the hair removal treatment can be harmful for eyes and you must protect your eyes from the damaging effects of the laser to your eyes.
6. The laser hair removal is not cheap and can create a big hole in your pocket. You may be charged a bomb with approximately $500 per laser hair removal.
7. Laser hair removal is not recommended for people below the age group of 17, pregnant women, patients with cardiovascular disorders, diabetics, persons with skin disorders, those suffering from ontological skin disorders, skin infections or people with fresh sunburn or very dark sunburn.
