For those who deal with excess hair that want to put their days of shaving behind them, laser hair removal can be a gift sent from the heavens themselves. They’ve become increasingly popular across the country, and places have been popping up in droves to satisfy the public’s demand. However, just because they’re popular doesn’t mean you should blindly sign up for one. It’s still a medical procedure that should be taken seriously, and there are certain aspects of you & your condition that’ll determine whether you’re fit to receive it.
With that in mind, let’s go through a few of the factors that come into play when you’re being evaluated for laser hair removal.
Hair Pigment
Yes, hair is hair, but the color of your hair is a notable factor in how well laser hair removal will work for you. If your mane is of a darker shade, you’re in luck. In fact, you’d be considered an ideal candidate as far as hair pigmentation goes. Those with lighter hair may still have laser hair removal as an option, although in some cases it’s possible that additional sessions would be needed. Gray & white hairs, unfortunately, are out of the question.
Hair Type
Along with color, the thickness of your hair will end up coming into the picture. If your problem hairs are on the finer side, for instance, results won’t be as clear as they would be for an area with hair falling on the average end. It’s also worth it to mention that the eyebrows are the only area of your body that you can’t have hair lasered off from.
Skin Color
While it’s true that those with lighter skin are the ideal candidates for laser hair removal treatments, technology has developed in a direction that’s opened the procedure up to all kinds of skin colors and tone. We’ve taken advantage of those advancements here at OC Laser Hair Removal, which is why our lasers are FDA Approved for ALL skin types and colors which means we are equipped to take care of you regardless of skin color.
Pain tolerance also used to be a factor, but the most one will feel from laser hair removal is light pinch if they’re working on a more sensitive area like the upper lip. In the majority of cases, a minor tingling sensation is all one should expect.
Budget
Lastly, this doesn’t have to do with your hair or body, but it’s still a very important factor to consider. Contrary to what some might believe, it takes more than one removal session to complete the work. In fact, we’ve found that our patients usually require anywhere between four to six sessions to achieve their fully realized results. Of course, the cost of those can add up, which is why it’s vital to plan ahead & make sure you have the funds to finish the job all the way through. You’ll find some clinics that promise they make the service cheap without sacrificing quality, but all too often you’ll end up getting what you pay for: a discount job with discount results.
That’s why we recommend you keep an eye out for places where you’ll be treated by an actual licensed medical professional, and given proper attention in turn. As a matter of fact, that’s exactly what we offer at Gentle Touch Laser Center in Newport Beach, California. If you want to find out more about laser hair removal & see if you’re qualified for treatment, visit our website & be sure to get in touch with our staff via our contact page.
