Does Laser work for Facial Unwanted Hair Removal? Is the Laser Hair Removal treatment safe?

Our face is one such part of our body which is always exposed. And unwanted facial hair generally attracts direct attention of people. Unwanted hair is the cause of embarrassment for many. Hence, many want to get rid of this problem at the earliest by the laser hair removal treatment.

Laser hair removal treatment is very popular cosmetic treatment as it dispels the unwanted hair within minutes.  The treatment beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles where the pigment in the hair follicles absorbs the light and destroys the hair. The treatment gives smooth skin and also enhances the beauty of the person.

Laser hair removal treatment is a safe method of removing unwanted facial hair. It is a scientifically proven therapy. Laser treatment is painless, easy, and quick way to remove unwanted hair with no side effects. It is also safe for sensitive areas near eyes and mouth.

Lasers do not attract blond, reddish or grey hairs. They are often not successful on light hair. Instead they are effective only on actively growing hair and can selectively target dark, coarse hairs while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged.

The treatment helps to prevent hair growth by removing the hair follicles that are in growing in phased manner in a most effective way.  The areas of the face from where you can remove unwanted hair are: chin, eyebrows, upper lip, side burns. Men’s common facial laser hair removal areas are full beard, neckline, back of neck.

Laser treatment is not a guaranteed or permanent hair removal solution. After the first treatment, many people will be hair-free for a certain period. But re-growth of hair can be seen within five to six months of the treatment. But this re-grown hair is often finer and less likely to be noticed than before.

Many people might require multiple sessions to achieve more satisfactory solution to their hair problem. The length of the treatment would depend up on the size of the area that has to be treated, the density of hair, and also the hair growth cycle. Results of the treatment may vary from person to person.

Laser hair removal treatment has some side effects which are minor and temporary.  But these effects can be avoided by taking some precautionary measures. If anyone is experiencing lasting side effects then they should consult their dermatologist.