Laser hair removal surgery
Among the hair removal treatments previously practiced, laser hair removal has a greater popularity among women and men now. It has been recognized as a fully-fledged branch of aesthetic medicine for a while now. Laser hair removal is a permanent solution to the hair growth problem. This technique allows to treat large areas, as laser hair removal is less painful than electric hair removal in this case.
What is the laser hair removal technique
The word LASER stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. It destroys the hair pigment which is the melanin with a very precise wavelength. The laser is an invisible light beam that passes through the skin, without causing harm to it, and is then absorbed by the pigments of the hair follicle. That way, the laser light is transformed into heat that damages the hair and destroys it definitively without affecting the skin. This technique must imperatively be performed by a dermatologist because it can cause burns.
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Laser hair removal price
The price of a Laser hair removal in Tunisia coupled with a week of recovery or vacation in a 5 stars hotel is at least % cheaper than the sole procedure in Europe and for the same medical quality.
How is laser hair removal performed?
Once the patient is lying down, the doctor applies a special cold gel on the requested area for hair removal, before performing flash light on it to be treated for 5 to 15 minutes in order to eliminate the hair and the cells responsible for hair reproduction. During the laser removal session, the patient feels some tingling and a warm feeling, but these are usually bearable sensations. As soon as the session is over, the doctor wipes the area to remove the remaining gel, and then applies a soothing and nourishing cream. However, it is necessary to space 6 to 8 weeks between each session for the same zone.
Laser Hair removal results and advices
It is advised to have multiple sessions to eliminate the hair from the requested areas definitely. Yet the only possibility of re-growth is related to hair bulbs that have escaped laser removal; this may require another session. Laser hair removal results in a reduction in hairiness of over 80%. Only facial hair removal requires multiple sessions for best results. A booster session must be done every 1 year to ensure long lasting results.
Laser hair removal has low risks; its side effects are harmless. The main laser hair removal’s side effect is a burn that can lead to skin depigmentation. So, to avoid this superficial burn, it is advised to avoid getting laser hair removal sessions when the skin is tanned. Otherwise, the consequences of a laser hair removal are characterized by a small skin colour or a simple inflammation. Also, it is essential not to expose the treated areas to UV light after this procedure in order to avoid hyper pigmentation.
Laser hair removal is a fast technique and treats several areas such as underarms, legs, bikini line, chin, and other different body parts.
The permanent laser hair removal treatment has found success in the community of aesthetic doctors for its long-term efficacy and safety.