DIY Home Laser Hair Removal Treatment

A lot of modified versions of laser hair removal treatments that were once limited only to many spas, and dermatological clinic has come out in the market today.  These are the laser hair removal machines that anyone is supposed to operate in the comfort of their homes.  Although some of these home laser hair removal machines are reportedly competent and supported by detailed instructions, it is best to be cautious in using them.

What really is laser hair removal treatment?  How can it be substituted with home laser hair removal process?  Laser hair removal system, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as “permanent reduction” treatment.  Laser removal doesn’t work in exactly the same way for everyone, and it doesn’t totally remove the hair in an area as fine and sparsely spaced hair are difficult for the laser to target.  Some people who want a 100% hair-free result opt to follow-up the treatment with electrolysis or by pulling excess sparse hair with tweezers (but not after the entire treatment, which takes as many as six sessions or more, is over).

A treatment with laser hair removal system is a quick and simple procedure.  It is almost painless except for some stinging sensation when the laser is turned on.  The laser light passes through your skin’s surface to hit the hair follicles where the intense heat damages them.  Hair color and skin type are the key factors that influence the success of laser hair removal.  (This should be considered if you intend to opt for home laser removal.)  It is most successful with people who have lighter complexion and darker hair color (brown or black).  Recent developments in technology has made some progress in treating people with dark complexion.

After the treatment, no bandages or medications are necessary.  It’s more like having a facial massage with laser treatment at your nearby derma clinic, except that some may notice redness and swelling for the first few hours.  Mostly, your dermatologist will allow you to go back to work after each treatment.  You must avoid direct exposure to sunlight or extreme heat.  It is best to use sunscreen when outdoors.

Basically, laser home removal treatment of unwanted hair is still a system that needs more exploration and much is still needed in terms of regulation and standardization.  Again, there are some that are reported to have produced results.  Perhaps setting your sights to other alternative measures would be more prudent.  There are other (tried, tested, and proven) methods, besides laser treatment, like waxing, creams, and if you like, the good old reliable tweezers.

Whatever your choice may be, home laser removal or not, it is best to note that there is always a possibility of your ending up disappointed and regretful, (even with “tried and tested procedures”) if you are not vigilant enough in making preliminary research on the persons, or products that you will allow to touch one of the most precious, and the largest, organs of your body—your skin.