Does the thought of getting a laser treatment done make you uncomfortable? Don’t believe the rumours you’ve heard about this procedure!
Here are a few myths about laser hair removal treatments that just aren’t true.
It’s Really Painful
When we say laser, we don’t mean the thin blares of red light shown in science fiction movies that burn your skin. Contrary to the widely held misconception, laser hair removal is not excruciatingly painful. In fact, it’s almost painless (depending on your personal tolerance level).
Here’s the thing; some people feel slight discomfort during the course of the procedure. However, this is no more than a tingling sensation and it causes no harm. Imagine being lightly struck by a rubber band, and you’ll understand better what we mean. While this isn’t perhaps the most comfortable feeling, it’s not actually painful and goes away once the procedure ends. In fact, compared to waxing and epilating, clients describe laser treatment to be far less painful! A trained skin therapist can fully explain to you the procedure and what reaction it may entail, and reassure you about experiencing minimal pain, if at all.
It’s Not Suitable for Dark Skin
You’ve probably heard sceptics say that laser hair removal is only good for people with light skin tones. While it’s true that the laser targets melanin, the myth doesn’t hold when it comes to altering shades of skin.
Whether you have a dark or light skin tone, laser hair removal will work effectively for you. Most laser hair removal clinics now use state of the art machinery that’s free from malfunctions like confusing dark skin for hair follicles. While the results may seem to be more pronounced for people with dark hair and light skin, they’re just as effective for people with darker skin and light hair.
Don’t worry about the suitability of the laser based on the colour of your skin! The procedure works for all skin tones and types.
It Doesn’t Remove All Hair
One of the major reasons why shaving is considered ineffective is the fact that it only trims the surface hair. While it does get rid of the visible hair, the roots remain untouched and the hair grow back thicker and coarser.
With diode laser removal, this isn’t a problem. Since the hair follicles are targeted individually, the procedure ensures that no hair is left behind. Unlike shaving where you’re often unable to remove the stray strands that are especially short, laser treatment takes care of all the hair. The targeted area is left entirely hair-free, allowing for a softer and smoother skin.
Now you know the truths behind myths about laser hair removal.
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