In modern cosmetology, it is difficult to find a more popular service than laser hair removal. Despite this, the procedure itself continues to be overgrown with myths, and the same questions are heard in the cosmetologist's office.
Specialists of the "LeoDerm" clinic tried to answer the most common questions about laser hair removal in Lviv.
Laser epilation is a modern and most effective method of removing unwanted hair on almost any part of the body. The principle of operation of the laser is as simple as possible - a concentrated beam of light affects the natural pigment melanin, thereby destroying the hair follicle. As a result, the hair falls out and does not grow back or grows thinner and lighter.
Laser hair removal is recommended for women who want to get rid of body hair for a long time, especially if there are complications from conventional types of hair removal - ingrown hair and inflammation of the follicles. We will talk about the advantages in more detail below.
Advantages of laser hair removal
The LeoDerm clinic in Lviv uses three of the latest diode laser systems for laser hair removal:
The advisability of using one or another laser is determined by a dermatologist depending on the condition of your skin, its phototype, treatment area (bikini, armpits, lower legs), as well as the density and thickness of body hairs.
Most recently, we received the new Asclepion Monolith device, which has already shown its effectiveness in the fight against hypertrichosis (excessive growth of facial and body hair) and hirsutism (too thick body hair).
The modern device for laser hair removal has an improved control system that monitors each laser pulse, its depth and intensity. And the improved cooling system reduces discomfort during the procedure.
Asclepion Monolith has a flexible system of settings for working with auricles and other hard-to-reach places, and also significantly reduces the time of the procedure due to a higher frequency of flashes.
Preparation for laser epilation does not require specific tools or skills. However, cosmetologists provide a list of recommendations that will help enhance the effect of the procedure.
Although in theory you can do laser hair removal with any length of hair, it will be optimal to shave the areas 6-12 hours before the procedure.
This is the most common question and there is no clear answer to it. As we mentioned above, body hair does not grow at the same time. The laser acts only on hair follicles in the active phase. As you know, approximately 70-80% of the follicles are sleeping and only 20-30% are active, and it is this hair that we see. During the procedure, the laser affects precisely these follicles. Therefore, for the complete removal of hair in the selected area, several procedures are required to eliminate at least 95% of the follicles.
The duration of the course of laser hair removal and the number of sessions is always individual and can range from 6 to 15 procedures (in individual cases, the number may be higher). They directly depend on gender (men have thicker hair on the body), age (at an older age, hair bulbs are better exposed), hormonal background (if excessive hair growth is associated with changes in the level of hormones, then such epilation requires more sessions), as well as the thickness, color and structure of the hair.
The algorithm of work at the "LeoDerm" clinic in Lviv is as follows:
Laser hair removal can be considered successful if 30% of visible hair has been removed in one session. Do not be alarmed if a small area of burnt hair remains after removing the hard hair. They cannot be pulled out, removed with a scrub or other means. Time will pass, and they will fall out by themselves.
Doctors note that after only 2-3 procedures, the amount of regrown hair decreases, it becomes weaker and lighter. Most often, a full course consists of 6 to 15 procedures, but in some cases more is needed (in particular, this means an unstable hormonal background).
It is strictly forbidden to use such depilation methods as sugaring, waxing, and electroepilator on the parts of the body exposed to the laser. Use a razor to remove hair between individual laser hair removal sessions, which are held every 1-1.5 months.
In the first 24 hours after the procedure, you should avoid the gym, sauna and hot shower.
For the first 2 weeks after the procedure, use a sunscreen with a high degree of protection. If possible, wear closed clothing. During this period, refuse to visit the solarium, the beach.
Do not use deodorant for 24 hours after epilation in the armpit area, because its components can cause additional skin irritation.
Contraindications to laser hair removal also exist, as in any cosmetology procedure. They include:
Contraindications to laser facial hair removal are tattoos, past use of tightening threads and injectable drugs (fillers, botox, hyaluronic acid).
A relative contraindication is a large number of moles in the affected area. The presence of one or two moles is not a problem, as they will be covered with special pads to avoid damage.
Prices for laser hair removal in Lviv at the LeoDerm clinic can be found below. The price is for one session. In addition, the clinic constantly delights its customers with promotions and personal discounts. You can learn more about this from the manager at the phone numbers listed on the website.