If you want to get rid of unwanted hair, there are all kinds of techniques to help you to do so — from waxes to razor blades and from lasers to electrolysis. But if you want to get rid of it for good, the preferred method nowadays is laser treatment.
Why is laser treatment preferred?
It’s preferred because this method has very low risks and can’t damage your skin unless performed by an unskilled quack. Electrolysis also works, but requires too much time because each and every individual hair is removed, one at a time. And that often costs a lot more than laser treatment.
How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal works through a selective process called Photothermolysis. It sends a beam of laser light right down to the hair follicles and the light’s focussed power is used to destroy the roots. It is a selective treatment because it will only disable the hair roots, and not affect the surrounding skin. It uses light and heat to get rid of hair, which is actually the meaning of the name ‘photothermolysis’.
What kind of person is the best candidate for laser hair removal?
Because this method...