Laser Hair Removal

What is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is a noninvasive technique that uses highly concentrated light to penetrate hair follicles. The laser light is absorbed by the pigment(melanin) in the hair shaft in the follicle-generating heat which damages the follicle to inhibit future hair growth. 

Why Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is used to reduce unwanted hair. Common treatment locations include legs, armpits, upper lip, chin and the bikini line. However, it's possible to treat unwanted hair in nearly any area, except the eyelid or surrounding area.

How many treatments do I need?
Laser hair removal usually requires a series of three to six treatments to achieve significant hair reduction. The interval between treatments will vary depending on the location. On areas where hair grows quickly, such as the upper lip and under arms, the treatment might be repeated in four to eight weeks. On areas of slow hair growth, such as the back, the treatment might be every 12 to 16 weeks.

Is it safe?

Laser hair removal is safe if it is done by medical professionals certified in use of lasers. Possible laser hair removal side effects include:

• Mild swelling around the hair follicles
• Pigment changes may occur, especially in those with darker skin. These changes are usually temporary
• Slight redness of the skin
• Temporary irritation resulting in blistering, crusting, scarring or other changes in skin texture

A beam of highly focused light is absorbed by hair in disabling unwanted hair follicles. There is some mild discomfort that last a few seconds. People with white or gray hair may not have enough pigment target to be a candidate for laser hair removal.

Hairs do not fall out immediately, but you will shed them over a period of days to weeks. This may look like continued hair growth. The repeated treatments are usually necessary because hair growth and loss naturally occur in a cycle, and laser treatment works best with hair follicles in the new-growth stage.

Advantages of Laser Hair Removal at NeugLow

Can be used on all skin types
Fast and effective results
Permanent hair rediution
Minimal discomfort