Home laser hair removal

Laser hair removal is a perfect way to get rid of unwanted hair on the body. Individuals that pay hundreds of dollars a year on razors, shaving cream, waxing, and other hair removal methods can now purchase a home laser hair removal system for around $250 and up. Laser hair removal procedures can cost thousands of dollars and requires the patient to schedule multiple visits in order to completely remove all of the unwanted hair. To combat the high cost of laser hair removal treatments, the FDA has approved some home laser hair removal devices. The Tria, the Silk'n, and the No!No!, are three of the most popular home laser hair removal devices.

Laser hair removal targets the growing hair follicles. Patients need to have several treatments if they expect to remove all of their unwanted hair because hair grows in different cycles. The laser will destroy the growing hair follicle by using flashes of light. The light essentially burns the hair follicle and causes the follicle to go into a recessed state. After the first treatment, patients can expect to see dead hair follicles fall out and the treated area will have a 50% reduction in the amount of hair that was previously there. Since hair grows in cycles, only 70% of hair is growing at one time. The other 30% is in a dormant stage and it may take several months before those follicles start producing new hairs.

The laser hair removal machines in the office use trained staff members to target the areas of hair the patient wants treated. Home laser hair removal machines do not come with an experienced professional, only instructions. The laser hair removal machines in the office also have a higher wattage and are able to deeply penetrate beneath the surface of the skin and destroy the hair follicle. Home laser hair removal machines will not permanently remove unwanted hair, they will only reduce the amount of hair you have. The average amount of hair reduction is around 50 to 70 percent for a home laser hair removal machine. An office laser hair removal machine produces a 70 to 100 percent reduction in total hair growth.

Some people prefer the home laser hair removal machines because they do not have to schedule visits to the office and waste time waiting and driving. People can choose how often they want to treat themselves for laser hair removal, although it is still best to way 4-6 weeks between treatments to allow the hair follicles to develop new hairs. The home laser hair removal machines are small and do not cover as much surface area as the in office laser hair removal machines. A leg may take 40 minutes or longer with a home laser hair removal machine, while it may only take 15 minutes using a professional laser hair removal machine.

Since the price of laser hair removal can cost thousands of dollars, several people are choosing to spend $800 or more on a home laser hair removal machine. The machine can treat almost all areas of the body and can be used multiple times. The average number of laser hair removal treatments people need is around 6. If you are having your legs treated for laser hair removal, you can easily spend over $3,000 at a professional facility. Purchasing a home laser hair removal machine allows you to save $1200 or more.

The final reason home laser hair removal machines are popular is due to the amount of privacy an individual wants to have. People that would like to remove hair from their bikini line can do it in the comfort of their own home. Individuals that are embarrassed about their hair can avoid showing it to other people and instead use the home laser hair removal machine to treat their unwanted hair problem.

The Silk'n
The Silk'n can be purchased for $800 through your dermatologist's office or online. The Silk'n uses a band of lights to target the hair follicle and destroy the hair. The lights are not as strong as you would expect from a professional laser hair removal machine. Customers of the Silk'n have reported an 80% reduction in the amount of hair they normally have, causing the Silk'n to be one of the best home laser hair removal machines on the market.

The Tria
The Tria is another popular home laser hair removal machine. The Tria can be purchased from your dermatologist's office or online. The Tria actually uses a laser to target the hair follicle and destroy the hair. The FDA has approved the Tria to be used at home by patients. The Tria can be used on the back, chest, hands, legs, bikini line, underarms, feet, and arms. In order to achieve results, patients must use the Tria multiple times, just like a regular laser hair removal treatment.

Similar to a professional machine, the Tria uses an actual laser to send beams of light into the hair follicles. The Tria comes with 3 settings: low, medium, and high. The higher the setting, the more heat the laser will emit and give the person better results. The Tria works best on individuals with light skin and dark hair. Darker skin tones are at risk for laser scarring and blistering if they use the Tria. The laser specifically targets the dark pigment, which means lighter hair colors will not be treated. In order for the Tria to be effective, the hair follicle must absorb the light from the laser.

No!No!
The No!No! can be purchased for $250 through Amazon.com and other retail web sites. The No!No! helps to reduce the hair density and provide users with a 50 to 70 percent hair reduction. The No!No! was designed to help patients avoid cutting their skin or becoming a victim of laser burn from un-trained professional laser hair removal centers. The No!No! uses a thermodynamic wire to heat the hair follicle and protect the skin. Unlike other home laser hair removal machines, the No!No! is completely pain-free. Patients must re-treat the hair every 4 weeks in order to continue maintaining hair reduction.

Does it hurt?
The higher the setting, the more discomfort you will experience with home laser hair removal machines. While the home laser hair removal machines do not sting as much as the professional ones, they still hurt. The pain feels like a small pinch or spider bite. If you have sensitive skin, you will experience more pain. Ibuprofen can help to ease the pain and cold compresses on the skin will help to numb the pain after you have finished. Some patients have experienced laser burns as a result of miss-using the home laser hair removal device. Always read the directions and do not hold the laser on the skin for longer than the allotted time. The first time you use the home laser hair removal device, you will experience some discomfort, but the pain will ease as you get used to the device.

Does it work?
One of the most common questions with home laser hair removal devices is the speculation about the effectiveness of the device. With each home laser hair removal device, it varies. Some devices work better than others; however the ones approved by the FDA do provide at least a 50% reduction in hair density. Since hair grows in stages, it is almost impossible for the machines to completely destroy all of the hair follicles. The home laser hair removal devices will cause the hair to grow slower, where some hair follicles won't grow at all. It is recommended that customers try 6-8 treatments at least 4 weeks apart in order to achieve maximum results.

If you expect to receive greater than 70 percent total hair reduction, you should consider professional laser hair removal. Laser hair removal will cause the hair to grow back thinner and lighter, which makes it less-noticeable to others. Using a home laser hair removal device does require some knowledge from the consumer. It is important to understand the risks that come along with laser hair removal. Even though the home laser hair removal devices are not as intense as the professional machines, they can still burn the patient's skin if they are not used properly. To be a candidate for a home laser hair removal machine, it is best to avoid tanning for a few weeks. Allow your skin to become as light as possible and then do a practice test on your hair with the device. Most home laser hair removal devices come with instructions on how to do a practice test. If your hair responds properly to the practice test, you can then follow the directions to begin reducing your unwanted hair.

Since you are using a laser, contact your dermatologist if you have any questions. Some dermatologists will show the patient how to use the machine and they can oversee the patient as they use the machine on their own. If you have burned your skin, use a cold compress to treat the skin. If the burn does not fade within 3 weeks, seek medical attention.