Laser Hair Removal Austin, Texas

Modern technology has developed a revolutionary and effective way of almost permanently removing those gross unwanted hairs in our body like in the under-arms, bikini line, upper lip, chin, bikini line and legs. Laser hair removal in Austin TX is a procedure wherein laser lights are beamed at the hair follicles killing them and stopping hair re-growth.

This latest innovation in the beauty market is making waves as more and more people clamor to have that smooth and clear skin. People have grown tired and weary of the traditional way of removing unwanted hairs like shaving, plucking and waxing. These methods are not only tedious but painful as well. But with Laser Hair Removal in Austin TX, the procedure is almost painless, the only sensation you will feel during the procedure is like a rubber band snap in your skin. If you have low pain tolerance, then you can opt to use topical anesthesia during the procedure.

A good candidate for laser hair removal is dark haired with light skin. But there are latest laser machines catering to the light haired and fair skinned. Length of the procedure varies from body area to another. Small areas like the upper lip and chin takes only less than five minutes per six to eight sessions while large areas like the shoulders and back for men takes about two hours.

Benefits of laser hair removal are;

Precise- laser lights rays can target coarse and dark hair precisely without harming the surrounding skin.

Speed-Laser light rays pulse can target small areas in a fraction of a second and can kill many hair follicles at the same time. 

Lasting results- Majority of the patients (90%) testifies that the unwanted hairs are removed after five to eight sessions.

Getting ready for the laser hair removal procedure involves credential and competence check of the technician performing the procedure. Laser hair removal is a highly technical procedure and there are risks involved so it is important to do your research well.

Once you have set the appointment for the laser hair removal procedure, you should avoid waxing and plucking for about six weeks before the scheduled treatment. It is because the laser lights targets the hair follicles that were removed temporarily by plucking or waxing. Avoid the sun for about six weeks before and after the laser hair removal procedure. Sun exposure diminishes the effects of the procedure and boosts the risks of complications.

The hair in the area that will be undergoing laser hair removal treatment will be trimmed only to a few millimeters. Laser light rays will then be adjusted to the color, body area being treated skin color and the coarseness and thickness of hair.

Most often the patient and the technician uses appropriate eye gear for protection. Special cooling device or a cold gel is necessary to protect other skin areas from the laser rays. After the procedure you will be given ice packs to cool the area being treated and after cooling off, you now have a smooth and hair free skin.