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Do you have a bit of fuzz on your chin that you’d like to get rid of?
Some little sprigs peeking out from your upper lip?
Or maybe you’re just tired of shaving and want to be done with it once and for all.
If so, you may have considered laser hair removal.
It’s a safe, effective way of removing unwanted body hair, leaving you soft, smooth, and hairless wherever you want.
If you’ve heard about it but aren’t sure if it’s for you, this article will give you a better understanding of its benefits, its potential drawbacks, and whether it can give you what you’re looking for.
How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
Laser hair removal is one of the most common cosmetic procedures done in Canada, and one of the more popular services here at Jiva Spa Toronto. Along with it is a common question – how does it work?
From a scientific view, laser hair removal works by shining a laser onto your skin. Your hair follicles absorb the light, and are destroyed in the process. This prevents new hair from growing in that spot.
At Jiva Spa Toronto, we use a Lumenis Lightsheer laser, one of the leading laser hair removal devices. It’s quick, relatively painless compared to other hair removal methods like waxing and plucking, and has longer-lasting results.
Does Laser Hair Removal Work?
This is the second most common question related to laser hair removal.
And the simple answer is YES! Laser hair removal does work, but it’s not for everyone.
It’s easier for light to be absorbed by darker colours. That’s why the black leather interior of a car is so hot when it’s been sitting in the sun, but it’s not so bad with other colours. As a result, it works better on people with darker hair. Those with blonde, white, or red hair will see limited results.
Laser hair removal is also sometimes less effective for those with darker skin, and for a similar reason. The laser won’t be able to target the hair as precisely, and will instead spread it out across the skin. That’s why we use the Limenis Lightsheer laser; it’s more effective for all skin colours, which allows us to offer one of the best laser hair removal options in Toronto.
Finally, laser hair removal is most effective at removing coarser hairs, like the ones found on your legs, arms, underarms, chest (for men), face, and genitals, but isn’t as effective on the finer baby hairs you find on the cheeks of most women.
Laser Hair Removal Side Effects
Laser hair removal is entirely safe, and has been used by a large number of people with few if any adverse effects. However there are some mild risks involved.
Your skin may feel blistered or sore afterward, much like it does after a sunburn. This is completely normal and should fade after a day or two.
You’ll also notice hair continuing to grow out over the next month or so. This is actually your body pushing out what’s left of the dead hair follicles, so don’t be alarmed.
Occasionally you’ll see a small amount of swelling or redness in the treated area, a shift in the pigmentation of your skin, and a small amount of scarring. While rare, these changes can occasionally be permanent.
The fast majority of those treated with laser hair removal, though, enjoy a full laser hair removal experience with little to no side effects.
Is Laser Hair Removal Permanent?
A single session of laser hair removal isn’t enough. Most people can experience permanent hair removal in between four and seven sessions.
Over time, your body will create new hair follicles, so we recommend periodic maintenance visits in order to stay smooth.
Full Body Laser Hair Removal
If you’re considering laser hair removal for any part of your body, contact Jiva Spa Toronto for a consultation. We’ll help you understand the most effective treatment plan to give you the hair growth pattern you’re hoping for.
We offer laser hair removal services for your entire body – yes, including brazilians – for both men and women.
Contact Jiva Spa Toronto today, and take your first toward the body of your dreams.
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