How effective is laser hair removal for women?

Question

Are diod laser (hair removal laser machines) considered harmful for a pregnant woman or not ?

Answer 1

Laser Hair Removal: Laser hair reduction is very effective for women (and men). Depending on skin type, ethnicity, laser used and area you wish treated, you may need between 6 and 10 treatments spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart. Multiple areas can be treated simultaneously if you wish.

Answer 2

Very to not at all: For the right woman, it works great. Dark hair, light skin and tolerance to the treatment are all good signs that it will work. Lighter hair and darker skin make it harder, but not impossible....More treatments. Bikini, underarms, nipples, happy trail all work well. Facial hair is more resistant. Good equipment helps a lot. We estimate a 60-90% reduction after 5 treatments space 6 wks apart.

Answer 3

Yes: I have had laser hair reduction. It smarted and i needed to bite on a towel but it was worth it. Approximately 90% reduction. I recommend the candela gentlelase. (i do not own one but that is the one i lease).

Answer 4

Yes: It's very effective if done properly and using the right lasers with the right settings. Works best on dark coarse hair. Patients with darker skin are at higher risk of getting burned and have to be treated with different lasers and settings than patients with white skin. It's possible to get 80% or more hair reduction after a series of treatments.

Answer 5

It can be...depends!: First, laser hair removal works best on brown or black hair. The laser is attracted to the pigment in the hair follicle. Laser light is NOT attracted to gray, blond, red, or very light colored hair. Many people who have laser hair removal will get "tune-ups" or maintenance treatments from time to time.

Answer 6

Can be: Depends on the extent of desired hair removal. Does require several visits to remove most unwanted hair as the hair can only be destroyed during its growing cycle. Many hairs are in resting mode and will not be effectively removed. Set intervals for retreatment is the way the hairs will be most effectively reduced.

Answer 7

Yes: Everything has risks. The nation risk of laser hair removal is in burning the skin. However the risk is low when performed by experienced physicians and nurses.

Answer 8

Hair Removal: Although all procedures have risks, laser hair removal, when performed by a skilled technician is very safe. The most common problems are discoloration of the skin and discomfort at the treatment site.

Answer 9

Yes: Lasers are medical devices and as such have dangers such as causing burns with permanent scars or blindness. That is why they must be used in most states under the direction of a doctor. There are some home devices sold which obviously have fewer dangers but also less reliable results. If you are using home devices, follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully to avoid problems.

Answer 10

No. They r facsimile: No it is not possible to create or reproduce the human genitalia in the opposing sex. For male to female, the testicles are removed and the penis is invaginated to reproduce the vagina but not the uterus or ovaries. In female to male, the penis is fabricated from abdominal or forearm skin usually in combination with an implant to simulate erection. The testicles are simulated with implants.

Answer 11

Yes: In many states the use of a laser on humans is the practice of medicine, California is one of those states. The risk of creating burns, scars, lightening or darkening of the skin , blindness are always present. The risk can be minimized in choosing someone properly trained and using quality lasers

Answer 12

Minimal Risks: In the hands of an experienced physician, laser hair removal is very safe. While rare, the side effects of laser hair removal include blistering, darkening or lightening of the skin, redness, and pain. The key is to find the right experienced physician who will minimize these risks!

Answer 13

Depends on operator: Very safe when performed by an experienced physician. Can be very dangerous in the wrong hands. Greater risk of side-effects in darker skinned individuals. Some wavelengths (ie: long-pulsed nd:yag) are safer in darker skin. Side-effects include hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, blistering, scarring, infection, pain. Be sure to see a physician who has a lot of experience treating your skin type.

Answer 14

Varies: Most common risk with laser hair removal is redness which is temporary, stinging from the laser, burn which can be more serious, hyperpigmentation, acne which is usually mild and temporary and paradoxical hair growth for the very rare patient.

Answer 15

No.: Laser permanently destroys hair that are in the active growth stage. Dormant hair and hair that your body has not made yet will be unaffected. Multiple treatments are needed to treat all the existing hair follicles as they become active. Once the series is completed, there will be a significant reduction in hair growth. Over time your body makes new hair and maintenance treatments are needed.

Answer 16

Laser hair removal: Laser hair removal can provide long tern results but I have seen excellent clearing that started to have new hair growth four years later but to a very small extent and not increase over the next several years.

Answer 17

Yes,but: There is a subset of women that are heavy or have hormonal problems who will have significant reduction. They will however have partial regrowth that needs intermittent touchup sessions on face and neck areas. It is also difficult to totally remove hair on arms and legs.

Answer 18

With touch ups: Laser hair removal leaves skin smooth and silky after completion of the recommended number of sessions, usually 8 to 12. After hair follicles have been treated, hair growth should not recur to the same extent. Yearly touch ups may be needed to address slight growth. Learn more at http://dermdocs.com/.

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