When speaking of laser hair removal, there are basically only two kinds. Both types employ heat that is generated by a high intensity light source. First, is the IPL or Intense Pulsed light model. It uses a xenon tube to generate high intensity light. Then there are the actual lasers that use diode laser light emissions to generate the light. Both styles are referred to as laser because they use light as their energy source. They perform the same function of using light to generate heat that is repeatedly applied to the hair follicle. The repeated heating disables the follicle resulting in permanent hair removal.

Laser hair removers have been around since the mid 70s. Recently, the devices have become small enough to be available to the general public for home use. This style is known as the Personal Laser Hair Remover. The Personal Laser Hair Removal System is accepted as safe by dermatologist and these home units have the same success rate at permanent hair removal as the laser treatments provided by your physician.

Laser Hair Removal works through a process known as photothermolysis (heating by light energy). The laser selectively targets the melanin in the hair follicle. The light actually goes through the skin without heating it to act on the follicle. Repeated exposure to the heat and light disables the hair follicle resulting in permanent hair removal. Laser hair removal systems work best on people with light skin and dark hair. This combination allows for the best penetration of the skin by the light. The laser can be used on most any part of the body and both men and women have had great success with the process.

Repeated re-applications of the laser are required for permanent hair loss. As all users are different, the number of treatments will vary. Most users can see visible results within the first 2 or 3 treatments and permanent hair loss is seen with as few as 5 treatments with the laser hair remover. You will have to wait 4 to 5 weeks between each treatment depending on your skin tone and hair color. Few users report discomfort with the usual side effect being redness, itching or swelling.

The normal price for a device is about $200 to $1000. The price can vary depending on the specific accessories included in your kit. Also remember that they each have a different size application area. The larger the area, the faster the treatment but those with large lamps generally cost more.

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