Everything you want to know about laser sessions

Many women ask about laser sessions, as laser hair removal is a popular procedure nowadays due to its amazing effectiveness in hair removal, while hair removal may be considered a great suffering for some.

Some traditional hair removal methods may cause severe pain, redness, or skin inflammation.
Some of them may also cause skin darkening.

Therefore, some women resort to laser hair removal as a method that has a long-lasting effect, as laser hair removal is the safest and most effective method.

It quickly removes hair from all areas of the body without causing long-term side effects. It destroys the hair and surrounding roots, stopping or delaying future hair growth.

Laser sessions

These hair removal sessions aim to prevent hair growth in areas of the body where you don't want it, for cosmetic reasons, or to treat excess hair. Laser treatment prevents hair growth by destroying the hair follicles.

Many men and women have recently turned to laser hair removal in various areas of the body, such as the chest, back, legs, underarms, face, upper thighs, and other areas of the body.

Laser hair removal sessions target melanin cells, which destroys hair follicles and delays new hair growth in the area where the laser was applied.

You should know that laser treatment does not guarantee that hair growth will stop completely and permanently, but it does help significantly reduce the amount of hair growing in the area.

Benefits of laser hair removal

Laser sessions have many benefits and advantages, including the following:

• Prevents hair growth for a long time, saving time and money.
• It helps prevent the appearance of pimples and boils, caused by incorrect hair removal methods or traditional methods.
• Prevents skin rashes and infections.

Is laser used for all skin and hair types?

Laser technology is used for all skin and hair types, except for white hair, as no laser device can remove white hair. Older laser devices cannot achieve good and safe results on dark skin, so it is generally not recommended to use older laser devices such as IPL and short-wavelength lasers for dark skin.

YAG lasers are recommended for darker skin types, as they have been proven safe and effective for hair removal, especially in the long term. The YAG laser's long wavelength allows it to precisely target the hair follicle, which can reduce damage to the skin.

Types of lasers used in hair removal 

There are many types of lasers used in hair removal sessions or for cosmetic treatment, the most prominent of which are the following:

1. Diode laser is a very effective type of laser for both light and dark skin.
2. Alexandrite laser: This type of laser is the fastest among other laser types, as it can be used on large areas of the body, and it is suitable for people with light to medium skin.
3. Nd-YAG laser, a long-pulse laser, can be safely used on all skin types, including dark skin, but it is less effective on fine or light hair than other lasers.

How long is the time between laser sessions?

Many women wonder how long the sessions take, but the duration between sessions varies depending on the hair's life cycle.

The early growth phase is considered the best time for laser hair removal. As a result, sessions are often scheduled to target hair in the early growth phase. The nature of hair growth varies depending on different areas of the body, but sufficient time should be left between sessions because the hair is entering the early growth phase again.

For example, facial hair may grow quickly, so it is best to schedule laser sessions every 4-5 weeks.

As for sensitive areas, hair growth varies from woman to woman, but it can be said that it is somewhat slow, so laser sessions can be scheduled every 6-8 weeks.

Some areas of the body require 8-10 weeks, depending on the nature of hair growth in those areas.

The duration between laser sessions depends largely on the following factors:

• The nature of poetry.
• Hair color.
• Hair thickness.
• Hair growth areas.
• The nature of hair growth.
• The nature of genes. 

Tips before laser sessions

There are several tips you can follow before undergoing laser treatment. A pre-session with the doctor is recommended. The doctor will agree with the patient on the areas that will undergo laser treatment based on skin type and color, hair color and thickness, and the individual's needs.

The doctor will ensure that there are no medical conditions that would prevent the person from undergoing the procedure, such as taking certain medications, such as acne medications. Sometimes, some tests and blood tests are also requested to check hormone levels in the blood, to ensure that hair growth is not related to an increase in hormone levels.

Before starting the sessions, you must shave the hair in the area you want to remove. You must avoid using other hair removal methods, such as plucking, waxing, or threading.

Tips after laser sessions

There are several tips to follow after laser hair removal sessions. Individuals can return to normal activities immediately after the sessions, but they must avoid any heat treatments such as steam rooms, preferably for 48 hours. They must also avoid direct sunlight without using sunscreen.

If you experience itching or redness after the sessions, you can use hydrocortisone cream for a few days. 

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Tips to follow between laser sessions

There are some important tips to follow between laser sessions:

 Avoid removing hair from the roots

Hair should never be removed from the roots, as this has a negative impact on the hair removal process. Therefore, hair removal with wax or plucking should be avoided between sessions.

Shave your hair before your session

You can preserve the hair follicle when shaving, as the razor only removes the visible part of the hair.

The skin should be left for a period of time after the session to avoid sensitivity.

Avoid sun exposure

Exposure to sunlight, especially immediately after a laser session, can increase the side effects of the laser. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid sun exposure for at least 6 weeks before and after the sessions.

 Moisturizing the skin

After laser sessions, the skin may feel dry most of the time, so it is important to keep it hydrated. It is recommended to apply ice immediately after laser sessions or to apply a moisturizer that does not cause skin irritation.

Hair removal can be a painful experience for women. Some traditional hair removal methods can cause pain and skin irritation, and are short-lived. Therefore, many women are now turning to laser hair removal as an easy and long-lasting method.

We can say that Novello Clinic is the best beauty center in Egypt.