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Although very effective, laser hair removal treatments do not provide the exact same outcome for every person. At Colorado laser hair removal clinics each client’s suitability for treatment will be evaluated prior to their first appointment. Laser hair removal is a treatment that requires much personal commitment and cost, so it should not be a decision that is made without adequate understanding. For the person who is new to the idea of laser hair removal, here are some pointers to consider about circumstances that may affect their experience.
Skin Color
This is probably the most important characteristic to evaluate before starting treatment. Because the laser works best when there is considerable contrast between hair and skin color, the lighter the skin color, the more effective the laser treatment will be. For individuals with medium to darker skin, a YAG laser is recommended and will help to avoid burns and complications.
Hair Color
The color of the hair to be removed also has an impact on the effectiveness of treatments. Since the light of the laser is more readily absorbed by the greater pigment of darker hair, those with dark brown or black hair will likely achieve the best results. As the hair color lightens, there is less pigment to absorb the laser, and the treatment becomes less intense. As a result, more treatments will be needed by a person with lighter hair. For those with white or grey hair, laser treatment will not be effective at all as the hair contains no pigment to absorb the light.
Hair Texture
The texture of hair has a direct influence on laser treatments as well. Hair that is quite coarse can better absorb the light from the laser and allow deeper penetration into the hair. Fine and thin hair offer much less area in each strand of hair, thus reducing the effect of the laser.
Hair Growth
Almost everyone who undergoes laser hair removal will need more than one treatment. One of the main reasons for this is that all hair grows in cycles, and at any given time, some sections are growing and some are not. Laser hair removal treatments are designed to target hair that is actively growing, so subsequent appointments will be needed to treat hair that was inactive during a past procedure.
Skin Condition
For some people who may have medical conditions that cause abnormal scarring when their skin is healing, may experience scarring from laser treatments as well. For this reason, it is important to share your medical history with your technician prior to arranging treatments. Optimum results are obtained by those individuals who have practiced good skin care habits and have skin that is well hydrated and not overly exposed to sun and harsh chemicals.
Health
An individual’s overall health should be considered before laser hair treatments are begun in order to prevent any possible adverse reactions or complications. Something such as a dormant herpes infection might be aggravated by laser treatments. Clients and technicians should discuss any such conditions openly in order to provide safe and effective treatments.
Rachel Clarkson
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Skin Color
This is probably the most important characteristic to evaluate before starting treatment. Because the laser works best when there is considerable contrast between hair and skin color, the lighter the skin color, the more effective the laser treatment will be. For individuals with medium to darker skin, a YAG laser is recommended and will help to avoid burns and complications.
Hair Color
The color of the hair to be removed also has an impact on the effectiveness of treatments. Since the light of the laser is more readily absorbed by the greater pigment of darker hair, those with dark brown or black hair will likely achieve the best results. As the hair color lightens, there is less pigment to absorb the laser, and the treatment becomes less intense. As a result, more treatments will be needed by a person with lighter hair. For those with white or grey hair, laser treatment will not be effective at all as the hair contains no pigment to absorb the light.
Hair Texture
The texture of hair has a direct influence on laser treatments as well. Hair that is quite coarse can better absorb the light from the laser and allow deeper penetration into the hair. Fine and thin hair offer much less area in each strand of hair, thus reducing the effect of the laser.
Hair Growth
Almost everyone who undergoes laser hair removal will need more than one treatment. One of the main reasons for this is that all hair grows in cycles, and at any given time, some sections are growing and some are not. Laser hair removal treatments are designed to target hair that is actively growing, so subsequent appointments will be needed to treat hair that was inactive during a past procedure.
Skin Condition
For some people who may have medical conditions that cause abnormal scarring when their skin is healing, may experience scarring from laser treatments as well. For this reason, it is important to share your medical history with your technician prior to arranging treatments. Optimum results are obtained by those individuals who have practiced good skin care habits and have skin that is well hydrated and not overly exposed to sun and harsh chemicals.
Health
An individual’s overall health should be considered before laser hair treatments are begun in order to prevent any possible adverse reactions or complications. Something such as a dormant herpes infection might be aggravated by laser treatments. Clients and technicians should discuss any such conditions openly in order to provide safe and effective treatments.
Rachel Clarkson
Interested in Denver Smart Lipo or Colorado Smart Lipo?
aspenlaserspa.com