Unwanted or excessive hair is one of the most annoying things on the body. People take up so many beauty treatments to get rid of it and wonder if they could do away with it forever. Thanks to the advancement in technology that many permanent solutions can do wonders to your problem. Out of all the solutions, laser hair removal is considered the most long-lasting solution available today.
Going for a laser hair removal treatment could be a tough decision. There are several myths associated with it that makes many people drop the idea of getting it done. Because of this, some of them stay consciously with hair growth while others spend money on temporary solutions every month.
Here are some common myths and facts that are going to help you make a better decision for laser hair removal:
Myth 1: Laser Hair Removal is not Safe
Planning to get a laser hair removal done requires thorough research on the skin clinic you are heading to. Usually, the safety of the treatment depends upon the skin specialist or dermatologist you have approached. Additionally, the type of equipment that has been used for performing the treatment also plays a crucial role. There are many beauty salons and inexperienced dermatologists who provide the treatment at a lower cost. However, that is just to lure the customers. But, the treatment is completely safe if it is done by a highly experienced and certified dermatologist or skin specialist.
Myth 2: Laser Hair Removal makes more hair to grow
This is completely fallacious. Laser hair removal is a treatment that destroys the hair follicles. However, this is done through a series of multiple sessions to achieve the desired results. Unfortunately, many people expect 100 percent results in just one session which is impossible. Each session is planned as per the skin, hair growth type, and the percentage of the result that a person desire. You must also understand that everyone has their own growth patterns and hormones that are constantly changing and thus, play a crucial role in stimulating regrowth. The treatment reduces the existing hair growth and destroys the follicles already present. However, it is not going to change the hormones of the body that are produced naturally.
Myth 3: Laser Hair Removal is not successful on all skin types
Everybody’s skin type is and hair growth is different. The treatment works differently on each skin type and color. The lighter skin tone and darker hair require a shorter wavelength of the laser while darker skin tone and darker hair require a longer wavelength of the laser. It technically depends upon the wavelength that needs to be penetrated in the skin. Instead of believing in the myth, it is better to visit a good dermatologist and ask them for your skin assessment. This is the only way in which the assessment of your hair thickness, skin type, color tone, and various other factors would help in determining the degree of results.
Myth 4: Laser Hair Removal is expensive
The cost of a laser hair removal treatment is a one-time investment. It is a preconceived notion that it is expensive. But when if you compare the recurring cost of other hair removal solutions like waxing, tweezing, etc. on yearly basis, you will find out that laser hair removal is must cost-effective than other treatments. Depending upon the percentage of results required in hair reduction, one would require timely follow-ups (maybe once or twice a year) to maintain its effect.
Myth 5: Laser Hair Removal is a women thing
It’s a big no to the myth that only women undergo laser hair removal treatment. Various studies and dermatologists suggest that men are equally concerned about their appearance for which they try temporary hair removal techniques. But the trend of permanent hair reduction is on a steep rise and men are opting for the treatment to get away from the regular shaving off their facial hair or waxing off their back, chest, neck, etc.
Apart from the aforementioned, some people might have other myths that could be debunked by a certified dermatologist. For specific information, it is always recommended to see a good skin specialist or an experienced dermatologist who can answer all your questions related to the procedure.