What is laser facial hair removal?

A hassle-free and convenient method for facial hair removal is Laser Facial Hair Removal. It has shown effective hair reduction and reduces hair growth as well if done correctly. A pulsating beam passes through the skin layers and targets the hair follicles making the hair weak and falls out. The damaged hair follicles lose the ability to produce any further hair for a long time and sometimes even result in permanent hair reduction. 

What are the advantages of laser facial hair removal?

Women have relied on hair removal techniques such as waxing, threading, plucking, or shaving; however, these methods are time-consuming and have short-lived results. Hence laser facial hair removal is an effective, time saving, convenient method to remove unwanted hair on the chin, upper lip, and side lock. The benefits of laser facial hair removal are:

• Long-lasting effect and even reduction in hair growth
• In men, the mustache and beard gets defined
• Targets a specific area for hair removal without causing severe damage to the surrounding area
• Saves time as it does not require regular visits
• Does not cause discomfort during hair removal
• Quick recovery
• Works almost on all facial skin type
• Effective results

What are the different types of lasers used during laser facial hair removal?

The different types of lasers used are:

• Ruby lasers 
• Alexandrite lasers
• Diode laser
• Nd: YAG

The modern laser hair removal systems use different lasers and wavelength settings to cause effective hair removal from all skin types.

What is the recovery time after laser facial hair removal?

The skin looks red for about 2 days after the laser facial hair removal and the patient is advised to wear a moisturizer and protect the skin from the sun exposure for a few days. Swelling and redness can be managed by using cold compresses and ice packs. The next session of laser facial hair removal could be after a month and it is best to wear sunscreen all the time. 

What are the risks involved with laser facial hair removal?

The risks involved in laser facial hair removal are:

• Skin irritation
• Swelling and redness
• Pain at the site of hair removal
• Uneven distribution of color on the face
• Blisters, crusting, or scars on the skin may occur in rare cases
• If proper eye protection is not used then the risks for eye injury may increase

What are the pre and post precautions of laser facial hair removal?

Few of the precautions that need to be taken before and after going for laser facial hair removal are:

• Plucking, waxing, and electrolysis should be limited for at least six weeks before undergoing this procedure.
• The patient is also advised to get the minimum sun exposure for 6 weeks prior and after the treatment as sun exposure can make the laser facial hair removal less effective and increases the chances of complications.
• After the laser facial hair removal process, ice packs or some cooling gels usage is advised on the skin.
• Use sunscreens for protecting the skin against the sunlight.