Laser hair removal on the face is a non-invasive medical procedure that uses a beam of light (a laser) to remove hair from the face.
It can also be done on other parts of the body, such as the armpits, legs or bikini line, but on the face it is most commonly used around the mouth, chin or cheeks. It is a very common procedure.
There was a time when laser hair removal worked best on people with dark hair and fair skin, but now, thanks to advances in laser technology, it is a suitable procedure for anyone who has unwanted hair that they would like to remove.
How does it work?
Laser hair removal works by sending light to the hair follicle via laser, which is absorbed by the pigment, or melanin, in the hair. This is why it originally worked best on people with darker hair.
When the light is absorbed by the pigment, it is converted into heat, which actually damages the follicle.
After the laser damages the hair follicle, the hair evaporates and after a full treatment cycle, the hair does not grow back.
Laser hair removal can help prevent ingrown hairs and saves time normally spent waxing or shaving.
