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A Guide To Laser Hair Removal For Women Of Color Laser hair removal for women of colors has always been a gamble. The ideal candidate for the treatment has a fair skin and dark hair. The contrast between the two will help the laser focus on the pigments in the hair. Dark skin usually offers a very low contrast with dark hair. By design, lasers produce energy that’s absorbed by a target. Pigmentation in the skin (or lack thereof, women with gray and blond hair aren’t great candidates either) essentially “confuses” the laser, resulting in ineffective or painful treatment sessions. Laser hair removal can be a little more challenging for clients with darker skin tones. How does laser hair removal work? Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that uses a concept called selective photothermolysis. According to this principle, a wavelength will match and pulse duration and produce a kind of energy meant to target a specific object without damaging the surrounding tissues. Here, the object is the pigment in the hair. During a laser hair removal session, the light energy emitted by the laser gun will target the pigment in the hair. Then, it will travel from the tip of the hair all the way down to the follicle. There, it will turn into thermal energy and damage the follicle. Permanently damaging the follicle will help prevent any further hair growth. When the follicle is permanently damaged, it is unable to regenerate or produce hair. However, it is possible that some follicles need several treatments to be fully damaged. Laser hair removal also only works when the hair is in the anagen phase of growth. It is indeed the only time the hair and the follicle connect, allowing the energy to travel from the former to the latter. Unfortunately, only 20% of all your hair is on this particular stage of growth at any point in time. As a consequence, one session can only treat up to 18% of the hair on the treated area. This partly explains why patients need several sessions. It is the only way that the hair can go through the different stages of growth and each single one is effectively targeted. Is Laser Hair Removal Safe for a Women of Color? Yes, if you're a woman of color, you can have a successful, safe experience with laser hair removal. Just be sure to use caution and do some thorough investigation before you choose your treatment provider ND: YAG lasers make laser hair removal very safe and efficient for women of color. Due to its 1964 nm wavelength that bypasses the epidermis, it also avoids the most common risks of laser hair removal on darker skin tones. However, just like any other cosmetic procedure, potential risks still remain. The most common laser-related side effects for dark or Black skin are hyperpigmentation, dark spots and hypopigmentation. The skin pigments may either get darker or lighter. Hypopigmentation can be difficult to treat. It is therefore important to ensure your skin can sustain laser hair removal without discoloring. You may ask for a test patch during a free consultation, just to be on the safe side. Using the wrong machines can lead to burns, scarring or discoloration. While some may be temporary, others can be permanent. It is also important to always follow guidelines regarding pre and post-session care. Indeed, regardless of skin color, the laser treatment leaves the skin more sensitive and subjective to sun damage. You’ll want to minimize the chances that you’ll develop the most common laser-related side effects for dark or Black skin: hyperpigmentation, or dark spots, and hypopigmentation, in which the skin pigment lightens. According to Williams, hypopigmentation can be harder to treat (although Gmyrek notes that it can sometimes resolve on its own), so ask your laser removal expert to do a test patch if you think you might be prone to it—just to be on the safe side. The Best Lasers for Women of Color? It is the contrast between skin and hair that allows the laser to safely and effectively target the pigment in the hair. The sharpest contrast is offered by fair skin and dark hair, which is why for a long time, such individuals were the ideal patient. Women of color and people with dark skin tend to offer a lower skin-to-hair contrast. Thus, it can be difficult for the laser to find its way to the follicle. Or at least, it was a few years back before a progressive laser development entered the cosmetic market as a viable option for women of color. That technology is the ND:YAG 1064 nm. This laser has demonstrated safety and efficiency on dark skin. The ND: YAG laser indeed goes deeper into the skin that any other laser. The 1064 nm wavelength is not as highly absorbed by melanin as other wavelengths. Thus, it can safely treat all skin types. Indeed, it deposits its energy deep into the dermis without relying on melanin to do so. Because it bypasses the epidermis, it is very safe on dark skin. It also has minimal side effects that can be easily avoided if patients follow pre and post-treatment guidelines. At Infinity Laser Spa, we use the V-Frost by Vertex Lasers machine which is a ND: YAG laser, as well as the Soprano Ice, also ND: YAG laser.

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Laser hair removal is on everybody's lips these days. For good reason. It is one of the two long-term hair reduction methods out there. And it is the cheapest of the two. Laser hair removal gets everybody talking. It is a procedure that is more and more common. Laser hair removal business flourish, people are increasingly willing to make the investment, trust in the procedure improves as well. Yet, laser hair removal is still the victim of many misconceptions that keeps spreading like fire. That is why we are here today to clarify some laser hair removal facts. 10 Laser Hair Removal Facts You Need To Know About As a matter of facts, if you are considering laser hair removal, it pays to study up. Even though not considered a medical procedure but a cosmetic procedure, it still has more implications that regular hair removal methods. Let's place a little reminder here while we are at it. Even though waxing and shaving both sound easier, they are not as convenient and efficient in the long-term than laser hair removal. We already know all too well that waxing can have negative side effects. 1. Laser hair removal is not painful This is probably the biggest misconception about laser hair removal circulating around. Maybe because other hair removal methods such as electrolysis and waxing are painful. Thus, by association laser hair removal would be too? You can relax, we guarantee that it is not! Laser hair removal is actually very tolerable and some will describe the treatment as pain-free. It is possible that some patients experience discomfort. As a matter of fact, the sensation felt during laser hair removal is that of pinching. At Infinity Laser Spa, we only use diode laser hair removal machine with ice technology. The model we use is a V-Frost Diode 808 Laser Hair Removal machine by Vertex Lasers. Ice technology allows to cool down the skin so that the laser does not heat it up too much and the client is comfortable at all times. The sensation felt during a laser hair removal session is usually described as a combination of pinching and heat. 2. It works on all skin tones Another big misconceptions that our laser hair removal facts will debunk for you. Laser hair removal uses a beam of light that will target pigments in the hair in order to get to the follicle. Strong damage on the latter will stop any further hair growth. The laser can target the pigment in the hair mostly because of the contract between skin and hair. As a matter of fact, ideal candidates for laser hair removal have fair skin and dark hair. Thus, a patient with a dark skin and dark hair would not present that contrast. As a consequence, for a long time, people of color were not advise to undergo laser hair removal. Indeed, due to this lack of contrast, the laser could target the melanin in the skin, which meant dark skin were more prone to burning and scaring. However, modern technology changed all that. New machines using Nd:YAG laser have a wavelength that are both safe and efficient on dark skin. Indeed, such wavelengths are not absorbed by the melanin in the skin as they go straight into the dermis. Thus, laser hair removal works on all skin complexions and tones. 3. The treatment may not work on light hair Laser hair removal works on all skin complexions. New technologies have allowed people with light skin, dark skin and everyone in between to enjoy all the many advantages laser hair removal procures. However, if this applies to skin tone, it does not when it comes to hair color. Indeed, the laser produces a beam of light that target the pigment in the hair. To work, their must be melanin. If there is no melanin, no pigment, then the hair will not absorb the heat and will not transfer it to the follicle. Blond and grey hair are weak in pigments. White hair lack them altogether. As a consequence, laser hair removal may not work at all on very light hair. The laser would simply not be able to get to the hair follicle. Even though fair haired patients may not be able to treat areas where the hair is very light, they can still undergo laser hair removal on other areas where the hair tends to be darker. Such is the case for the underarms and the bikini or mankini for example. 4. You need to get off some medications Although laser hair removal is not a painful process, there still may be some pain associated depending on each patient's personal level of pain tolerance, some medication may also get in the mix. Some medications will increase photo-sensitivity while some other topical. Photosensitive drugs contain chemical compounds with photo-reactive agents that cause them to react to UV light. On the other hand, oral medications can have a negative effect on your results. Antibiotics are a good example of photosensitive drugs. You need to wait ten to fifteen days after the last day of your treatment before going for a session. Photosensitive medication includes antibiotics, retinoids, antidepressants, allergy medication, cholesterol medication, and others (check the list here). If a patient is on a Roaccutane treatment (or anything with isotretinoin), they have to wait at least six months before doing their treatment as the combination of both may lead to prolonged healing and scarring. 5. You have to be patient Laser hair removal is a commitment. You will have to come for a session every six weeks or so. This is mostly due to the hair growth cycle, which is unique to each individual as well as each hair on a person's body. Laser hair removal can only target hair in the anagen phase of growth, since it is when the hair connects to the follicle. Unfortunately, only 20% of all your hair are in that stage at any point in time. As a consequence, the laser will only be able to target up to 20% of your hair during each session. Furthermore, the hair will not magically fall off or disappear after your first session. It will takes two to three weeks after your first treatment to see a difference as the follicle that was damaged slowly ejects the hair out. Avoid shaving until ten days after each session to let the hair get out smoothly. You will see more results as you progress in your treatment. You will also have to be quite regular in your appointment. 6. You have to stop tanning The best time to start laser hair removal is the beginning of fall for a very simple reason: your chances to expose your body to the sun are drastically reduced. Fall also marks the end of summer holidays, when everybody gets back to work and ditch their swimsuit for a business casual attire. Thus, the tan you got a few months before will fade on its own. And that's what you need. Tan changes your skin tone, which could mess up with the laser settings and efficiency. It also increased the photosensitivity of your skin. Beyond tan which takes two weeks to come off, too much exposure to the sun may give you sunburns, which should not get in the mix with laser hair removal. That is why you should avoid direct sunlight at least two weeks before your session but also two weeks after. Whether you are in the sun or not make sure to apply a very strong UV sunblock with SPF 30 at least. Similarly, stay away from tanning beds, self-tanners and any other tanning creams or methods. 7. You must shave prior to your appointment We have written a complete article as per why it is essential that each patient shaves before each of their laser hair removal session. Yet, let's drop a little reminder here. It is after all one of the mist important laser hair removal facts. It is not the hair that the laser targets, but the hair pigment. Said pigment is present in the whole length of the hair up from the tip down to the root which connects to the follicle. The laser aims to damage the follicle enough with heat to prevent any further growth. If the hair is not clean-shaven, the pulse of light will heat the whole hair. The beam is likely to burn the hair as well as the skin around it. Furthermore, a long hair would absorb too much heat and less of it will be transferred down to the follicle. As a result, long hair reduces the effectiveness of the procedure. Remember that even though laser hair removal is more affordable than before, it is still your wallet that will have to put up with some extra sessions. 8. You cannot pluck or wax Laser hair removal may be combined with shaving in between sessions. However, it cannot be done alongside other hair removal methods, especially if those remove the hair from the shaft entirely. Both waxing and plucking will remove the whole hair, from tip to root. Thus, there will be nothing connected to the follicle to transfer the heat. Furthermore, there will be nothing to target altogether. Plucking and waxing as well as bleaching impede the process of laser hair removal. Bleaching removes the pigment for the hair. As you now know, laser hair removal is not effective on hair without melanin. If you wish to remove your hair in between sessions, go the shaving route. The hair is cute flat at the surface of the skin and the root is still attached to the follicle, with enough hair under the skin to be targeted by the laser. 9. Laser hair removal as more benefits Waxing and shaving have a lot of well-known negative side effects that will make you say stop. However, razor cuts and ingrown hair probably are the biggest two of those side effects known to women. Waxing will remove the hair in the opposite side to growth. The hair grows back weaker and can potentially curl, staying trapped under the skin. There is also just one tiny step between ingrown hair and infection. Laser hair removal can really help prevent ingrown hair. Since it damages the follicle to prevent hair growth, it also reduces ingrown hair. They can't be in there is no hair. Waxing and shaving can also really irritate the skin, so beyond smooth skin, laser hair removal reduces irritation to the skin. It looks like all the problems you faced with other hair removal methods are solved with laser hair removal. 10. You can't go to the gym afterwards Last but not least of our 10 laser hair removal facts is one that may please a lot of patients. The gym is great, but not going to the gym is also great. Do not celebrate to quick however, as this recommendation applies for the twenty-four hours after your session only. The reason is because the heat from the laser stays in your skin for twenty-four hours. Thus, you need to avoid any activities that may bring extra heat to your skin, such as working out, hot showers, etc. If you do not, you run the risk of creating a lovely warm environment for bacteria to multiply and give you spots. That's 10 laser hair removal facts you needed to know about before booking your first appointment. Laser hair removal democratizes and is more affordable. Yet, it still requires some research prior to taking a decision. 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For a long time, laser hair removal only worked on people with dark hair and light skin. Indeed, the procedure needed a sharp hair to skin contrast to be efficient. And safe. However, new laser technology have changed that. There is no longer a perfect candidate for laser treatments. Laser procedures work on people with dark skin and dark hair as well as light hair and light skin. To a certain extent however. What about people with ginger hair? After all, ginger hair is on the blonde spectrum. Even though laser hair removal works on light hair, it does not work on all light hair. Is permanent hair removal an option for redheads? Is permanent ginger hair removal even possible? Women and men alike are interested in a permanent form of hair reduction to relieve the time and hassle dedicated to their often daily ritual. As a redhead, you may also be seeking a more permanent method of removing body hair. How does laser hair removal treatment work? Laser hair removal is a fairly new hair removal option. While shaving pre-dates cavemen, laser treatments really started in the 70s. It is a hair growth-reduction treatment and will remove 95% of unwanted hair permanently. Approved by the FDA, it does not classify as a permanent hair removal method yet. However, a lot of patients do indeed experience permanent hair reduction. The concept behind the treatment is selective photothermolysis. A laser beam is used to target a specific object without damaging surrounding tissues. In the context of a laser treatment procedure, that target is the pigment in the hair. Surrounding tissues are the skin. The light energy produced by the laser targets color pigments in the hair. Once the melanin has absorbed the energy, the latter travels down to the hair follicle where it turns into thermal energy. The heat damages the hair follicle and stop hair growth permanently. However, the treatment only works on body hair that is in the anagen phase of growth. Indeed, it is the only time the hair is connected to the follicle. Each hair has a unique growth cycle. Thus, only 20% of all body hair will be in the anagen phase at any point in time. Thus, one laser session can only target 10% to 20% of hair at once. This explains why patients needs multiple laser hair removal. The cumulative effect of each session will lead to permanent hair removal. Each session must be six weeks apart so that the hair can move into the right phase of growth. Is laser hair removal permanent? When patients ask, does laser hair removal last forever, the answer is yes! After between 5 and 6 treatments, depending on the treatment area, you will be hair-free in that area from then on. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. Why laser treatment may not work on red hair. Laser hair removal machines look for contrast, and ignore pale areas while focusing their light on areas without pigmentation. Of course, this perfectly benefits people with fair skin and dark body hair. But it means that the procedure is generally not recommended for people with dark skin since there is a chance that the surrounding skin can be damaged by inadvertently being targeted by the laser. Laser hair removal treatment is at its most effective when two conditions meet. First, there must be a color contrast between the hair and the skin. Second, the right machine must be used during the session. Each skin tone and hair color will require a different type of laser or wavelength. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. In the treatment area, not all hair follicles will be in the growth phase at the same moment, which is why you will need multiple treatments in order to receive permanent smoothness and hairlessness on your skin. To recap, laser hair removal needs hair, pigments and hair follicles. The first one is used as a conduit. The second one is the target and the last one is the final destination. If there is pigment, aka no target, the procedure will not be effective. It happens often that natural redheads have really light blonde or ginger hair. Thus, it becomes more difficult for the laser to pick up the hair against the skin. This can ruin the precision capabilities of the laser. The laser may not always be able to pick up the hair with very few color pigments. In addition, the melanin may not be able to absorb the energy. Fortunately, that does not mean that light hair removal is not possible. Laser hair removal machines work best with thick, coarse hair, which is a mark in favour of many redheads. With many redheads naturally having thick hair, this can make it easier for laser hair removal procedures to work. Similarly, body areas with thicker skin (such as the chin and back) tend to respond better to laser hair removal than areas with thinner, more sensitive skin (such as the bikini area and armpits). We have indeed proved that laser treatments work on blonde hair. Laser hair removal for ginger hair.

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For a long time, laser hair removal only worked on people with dark hair and light skin. Indeed, the procedure needed a sharp hair to skin contrast to be efficient. And safe. However, new laser technology have changed that. There is no longer a perfect candidate for laser treatments. Laser procedures work on people with dark skin and dark hair as well as light hair and light skin. To a certain extent however. What about people with ginger hair? After all, ginger hair is on the blonde spectrum. Even though laser hair removal works on light hair, it does not work on all light hair. Is permanent hair removal an option for redheads? Is permanent ginger hair removal even possible? Women and men alike are interested in a permanent form of hair reduction to relieve the time and hassle dedicated to their often daily ritual. As a redhead, you may also be seeking a more permanent method of removing body hair. How does laser hair removal treatment work? Laser hair removal is a fairly new hair removal option. While shaving pre-dates cavemen, laser treatments really started in the 70s. It is a hair growth-reduction treatment and will remove 95% of unwanted hair permanently. Approved by the FDA, it does not classify as a permanent hair removal method yet. However, a lot of patients do indeed experience permanent hair reduction. The concept behind the treatment is selective photothermolysis. A laser beam is used to target a specific object without damaging surrounding tissues. In the context of a laser treatment procedure, that target is the pigment in the hair. Surrounding tissues are the skin. The light energy produced by the laser targets color pigments in the hair. Once the melanin has absorbed the energy, the latter travels down to the hair follicle where it turns into thermal energy. The heat damages the hair follicle and stop hair growth permanently. However, the treatment only works on body hair that is in the anagen phase of growth. Indeed, it is the only time the hair is connected to the follicle. Each hair has a unique growth cycle. Thus, only 20% of all body hair will be in the anagen phase at any point in time. Thus, one laser session can only target 10% to 20% of hair at once. This explains why patients needs multiple laser hair removal. The cumulative effect of each session will lead to permanent hair removal. Each session must be six weeks apart so that the hair can move into the right phase of growth. Is laser hair removal permanent? When patients ask, does laser hair removal last forever, the answer is yes! After between 5 and 6 treatments, depending on the treatment area, you will be hair-free in that area from then on. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. Why laser treatment may not work on red hair. Laser hair removal machines look for contrast, and ignore pale areas while focusing their light on areas without pigmentation. Of course, this perfectly benefits people with fair skin and dark body hair. But it means that the procedure is generally not recommended for people with dark skin since there is a chance that the surrounding skin can be damaged by inadvertently being targeted by the laser. Laser hair removal treatment is at its most effective when two conditions meet. First, there must be a color contrast between the hair and the skin. Second, the right machine must be used during the session. Each skin tone and hair color will require a different type of laser or wavelength. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. In the treatment area, not all hair follicles will be in the growth phase at the same moment, which is why you will need multiple treatments in order to receive permanent smoothness and hairlessness on your skin. To recap, laser hair removal needs hair, pigments and hair follicles. The first one is used as a conduit. The second one is the target and the last one is the final destination. If there is pigment, aka no target, the procedure will not be effective. It happens often that natural redheads have really light blonde or ginger hair. Thus, it becomes more difficult for the laser to pick up the hair against the skin. This can ruin the precision capabilities of the laser. The laser may not always be able to pick up the hair with very few color pigments. In addition, the melanin may not be able to absorb the energy. Fortunately, that does not mean that light hair removal is not possible. Laser hair removal machines work best with thick, coarse hair, which is a mark in favour of many redheads. With many redheads naturally having thick hair, this can make it easier for laser hair removal procedures to work. Similarly, body areas with thicker skin (such as the chin and back) tend to respond better to laser hair removal than areas with thinner, more sensitive skin (such as the bikini area and armpits). We have indeed proved that laser treatments work on blonde hair. Laser hair removal for ginger hair.

The core concept behind laser hair removal is the color contrast between skin and hair. Since the laser targets the pigment in the hair, the sharper the contrast, the better. Thus, ideal candidates for laser hair removal thus are people with fair skin and dark hair. Although, modern laser hair removal technology now allow to treat tanned and darker skins. However, what about blonde hair? Can you undergo laser hair removal if you are blonde? Does laser hair removal work on blonde hair? Does Laser Hair Removal Work on Blonde Hair? 1. How Does Laser Hair Removal Works? Contrary to electrolysis which has been around for more than a hundred years, laser hair removal is a fairly new permanent hair removal method. Laser is very safe and more affordable than most may think. The method uses a laser that produces a beam of light energy. This energy will target pigments in the hair to reach the hair follicle. When damaging the hair follicle, the laser energy will actually cauterizing the blood vessel feeding the hair matrix. No blood, no fuel, no hair growth. Laser treatments needs two essential things to work. Number one is hair in the catagen phase of the hair growth cycle. Indeed, the catagen phase is the only time when the hair and the follicle connect. The hair acts as a conduit, driving the heat to the hair follicle. In the other two phases, the hair is separated from the follicle. Thus, the heat can't make it to the follicle. The second key element in the procedure is pigment. The laser targets pigments in the hair. Laser hair removal is a long-term hair growth reduction method . Indeed, the FDA does not categorize laser treatments as permanent hair removal methods. Laser hair removal requires several treatments. Patients usually notice slower hair growth and weaker hair a few weeks after the first or second treatment. The number of treatments depends on the patient's skin and hair tones, the medical provider's expertise, the laser device used, and the hair growth cycle. The hair growth cycle has three phases: Anagen. In this phase, the hair is active and growing. Catagen. In this phase, hair growth is inhibited. There are various hair types, and the type of hair you have will largely determine the effectiveness of your treatment. Laser hair removal for thick hair is often the most effective, as it is easier for the laser to target the melanin in the hair and destroy the follicle. Laser hair removal for fine hair is not as effective, although there are techniques available that will allow even those with fine, light-colored hair to enjoy the benefits of laser hair removal 2. Why Laser May Not Work On Fair Hair? There is a reason why laser technician strongly advise clients to not ever bleach their hair before a session. Or just in general. Bleaching remove the color pigment in the hair. As previously mentioned, the color pigment in the hair is what attracts the light energy produced by the laser machine. If there is no pigment to target, laser hair removal will not work. There are many different shades on blonde hair. While platinum blonde is very close to white, some other blonde hair will get closer to light brown. Laser hair removal works by preferentially targeting the melanin in hair follicles. Thus, the lighter the hair, the less pigment it holds. Laser hair removal may not always work on faired hair people because there may not be enough melanin in the hair to target. Furthermore, an important factor in the success of laser hair removal treatment for light hair is the contrast between skin color and hair. Although, improvements in laser hair removal technology allows women of color to undergo laser hair removal, it is a bit trickier for blonde hair. Dark hair holds pigments to target. Fair hair may not. Thus, it may be harder for the laser to differentiate light hair from surrounding tissues. Other Options for Blonde Hair Removal If you are still looking for other options for blonde hair removal, there are still some alternatives you can consider. Aside from the traditional methods of shaving, waxing, and threading, you can also consider the US FDA-approved treatment of electrolysis. Overall, both procedures can effectively remove hair and improve a patient's confidence in their appearance. However, recent advancements in laser technology have made way towards providing laser hair removal for blonde patients. Yes, laser hair removal works for unwanted blonde hair growth. Pigments are scarcer but it does not mean the machine will not be able to target any hair. It will just take more time to get through the treatment. While dark haired people will need six to eight sessions for their lower legs, blonde people may need between ten and twelve. 3. Not All Blonde People's Hair Is Blonde One big reason why blonde people can still undergo laser hair removal treatment is because not all hair on their body will actually be blonde. Blonde people will have hair in different shades of blonde on different areas of their body. You probably have noticed how your leg and arm hair is lighter and thinner than your bikini and underarms hair. The body has two types of hair: vellus hair and terminal hair. Vellus hair is the short, fine and practically invisible hair that cover our entire bodies. Terminal hair on the other hand is ticker and pigmented. Typically, terminal hair is on the face, the underarms, around intimate parts, on the legs and arms. Laser hair removal removes terminal hair. Even if your terminal hair may still be blonde, it will be of a darker blonde on some areas of your body than on others. Bikini hair is always darker, thus richest in pigments. Same for your underarms hair. Therefore, you can absolutely undergo laser hair removal on those areas and the results will be as good as with dark hair. Some will dye their light hair a shade darker to ensure better results. However, as we are about to cover below, this may not be necessary. 4. There Are Lasers For Blondes Traditional laser removal devices require a pronounced contrast between the skin and hair color in order to be able to target only the pigment in the hair. Laser hair removal machines have improved so much that what was impossible before is now possible. For a long time, it was believed that women of colors cannot undergo laser hair removal due to the lack of contrast between skin complexion and hair color. The coming of new technology now allows for a safe and efficient laser hair removal treatment for darker skins. Due to the lack of pigments in fair hair, it may be tricker for the laser to detect the hair. The absence of pigments may hinder the efficiency of the process. Thus, it happened that fair haired people dyed their hair in a darker shade before a laser hair removal procedure. However, new laser hair removal technologies such as Nd:YAG laser can now successfully remove light-colored hair. No need to dye your hair anymore. Nd:YAG laser devices have a longer wavelength that is highly sensitive to all color and melanin. This means it can more precisely penetrate hair follicles without damaging surrounding tissue. Indeed, it deposits its energy deep into the dermis without relying on melanin to do so. That is why it is safe for darker skins too. And now increases the chances of success of laser hair removal treatments on blonde hair. Indeed, diode lasers and ND:YAG do not rely that much on melanin to deposit energy deep into the dermis and to get to the follicle. They can more precisely penetrate the skin without damaging surrounding tissue. Before you start your laser treatment, make sure the laser spa has the right machines for your hair color. 5. What About Ginger, Grey or White Hair? However, one challenge remains. Laser Technology advancement in laser hair removal machines has not yet been able to fully get around this one challenge that represent ginger, grey and white hair. The reason is simple, as already mentioned above. Laser devices cannot differentiates ginger or grey hair from the surrounding tissues. Indeed, lasers work best on light-skinned, dark-haired individuals because the light from these lasers is absorbed by the dark pigment in the hair. There are specially developed lasers that have proven effective in removing unwanted hair for fair skinned and blonde haired men and women. The Alexandrite Laser works at a higher intensity than traditional lasers, blasting you with the pigment you need to enjoy permanent hair reduction and removal. Laser Hair Removal for Brown Skin Laser hair removal for dark/black skin can be even more of a challenge than for those with pale skin. Ginger and grey hair have less pigments than dark hair, while white hair has not pigments at all. Both ginger and grey hair will absorb less energy, producing less follicular damage. Thus, they will need more treatments in order to permanently reduce unwanted hair. Laser hair removal will work on a natural redhead with a darker tone of red hair or thicker hair. Yet, redheads should be prepared to do at least eight consecutive sessions of laser hair removal. Ginger and grey hair may be tricker but it is still possible to undergo laser treatments. If you have either, you should schedule a free consultation with a laser technician to assess what can be done. Speaking face to face will allow you to know whether you can undergo laser hair removal, how many sessions you will need, the cost of laser hair removal for you and the chances of success of the procedure. It is important to remember that while recent advancements in laser technology have made it easier for patients with lighter hair to get the procedure safely, there is no guarantee that you will experience the same results as what someone with darker hair might experience In conclusion As you can see, laser hair removal for blonde hair is not necessarily out of the question. There are just some things that you need to consider before determining if it is right for you. To determine if laser hair removal is the right choice for your hair, schedule a consultation with an experienced cosmetic medical provider for a full assessment of your skin and hair type. You may need more treatments than people with darker hair, but blonde hair is no longer an obstacle to achieving smooth, hairless skin. Blonde hair can undergo laser as long as the right technology is available in the clinic blonde patients choose. Some areas of the body, such as the underarms and bikini, usually have darker hair, so laser hair removal will work fine on those. On other areas with lighter hair such as the legs and arms, blonde hair may need more laser hair removal to see permanent hair growth reduction. Your results may vary and your treatment may require more sessions because of your skin or hair color. However, as long as there is pigment to target and your certified technician uses the right laser machine, the procedure will work for you.

For a long time, laser hair removal only worked on people with dark hair and light skin. Indeed, the procedure needed a sharp hair to skin contrast to be efficient. And safe. However, new laser technology have changed that. There is no longer a perfect candidate for laser treatments. Laser procedures work on people with dark skin and dark hair as well as light hair and light skin. To a certain extent however. What about people with ginger hair? After all, ginger hair is on the blonde spectrum. Even though laser hair removal works on light hair, it does not work on all light hair. Is permanent hair removal an option for redheads? Is permanent ginger hair removal even possible? Women and men alike are interested in a permanent form of hair reduction to relieve the time and hassle dedicated to their often daily ritual. As a redhead, you may also be seeking a more permanent method of removing body hair. How does laser hair removal treatment work? Laser hair removal is a fairly new hair removal option. While shaving pre-dates cavemen, laser treatments really started in the 70s. It is a hair growth-reduction treatment and will remove 95% of unwanted hair permanently. Approved by the FDA, it does not classify as a permanent hair removal method yet. However, a lot of patients do indeed experience permanent hair reduction. The concept behind the treatment is selective photothermolysis. A laser beam is used to target a specific object without damaging surrounding tissues. In the context of a laser treatment procedure, that target is the pigment in the hair. Surrounding tissues are the skin. The light energy produced by the laser targets color pigments in the hair. Once the melanin has absorbed the energy, the latter travels down to the hair follicle where it turns into thermal energy. The heat damages the hair follicle and stop hair growth permanently. However, the treatment only works on body hair that is in the anagen phase of growth. Indeed, it is the only time the hair is connected to the follicle. Each hair has a unique growth cycle. Thus, only 20% of all body hair will be in the anagen phase at any point in time. Thus, one laser session can only target 10% to 20% of hair at once. This explains why patients needs multiple laser hair removal. The cumulative effect of each session will lead to permanent hair removal. Each session must be six weeks apart so that the hair can move into the right phase of growth. Is laser hair removal permanent? When patients ask, does laser hair removal last forever, the answer is yes! After between 5 and 6 treatments, depending on the treatment area, you will be hair-free in that area from then on. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. Why laser treatment may not work on red hair. Laser hair removal machines look for contrast, and ignore pale areas while focusing their light on areas without pigmentation. Of course, this perfectly benefits people with fair skin and dark body hair. But it means that the procedure is generally not recommended for people with dark skin since there is a chance that the surrounding skin can be damaged by inadvertently being targeted by the laser. Laser hair removal treatment is at its most effective when two conditions meet. First, there must be a color contrast between the hair and the skin. Second, the right machine must be used during the session. Each skin tone and hair color will require a different type of laser or wavelength. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. In the treatment area, not all hair follicles will be in the growth phase at the same moment, which is why you will need multiple treatments in order to receive permanent smoothness and hairlessness on your skin. To recap, laser hair removal needs hair, pigments and hair follicles. The first one is used as a conduit. The second one is the target and the last one is the final destination. If there is pigment, aka no target, the procedure will not be effective. It happens often that natural redheads have really light blonde or ginger hair. Thus, it becomes more difficult for the laser to pick up the hair against the skin. This can ruin the precision capabilities of the laser. The laser may not always be able to pick up the hair with very few color pigments. In addition, the melanin may not be able to absorb the energy. Fortunately, that does not mean that light hair removal is not possible. Laser hair removal machines work best with thick, coarse hair, which is a mark in favour of many redheads. With many redheads naturally having thick hair, this can make it easier for laser hair removal procedures to work. Similarly, body areas with thicker skin (such as the chin and back) tend to respond better to laser hair removal than areas with thinner, more sensitive skin (such as the bikini area and armpits). We have indeed proved that laser treatments work on blonde hair. Laser hair removal for ginger hair.

For a long time, laser hair removal only worked on people with dark hair and light skin. Indeed, the procedure needed a sharp hair to skin contrast to be efficient. And safe. However, new laser technology have changed that. There is no longer a perfect candidate for laser treatments. Laser procedures work on people with dark skin and dark hair as well as light hair and light skin. To a certain extent however. What about people with ginger hair? After all, ginger hair is on the blonde spectrum. Even though laser hair removal works on light hair, it does not work on all light hair. Is permanent hair removal an option for redheads? Is permanent ginger hair removal even possible? Women and men alike are interested in a permanent form of hair reduction to relieve the time and hassle dedicated to their often daily ritual. As a redhead, you may also be seeking a more permanent method of removing body hair. How does laser hair removal treatment work? Laser hair removal is a fairly new hair removal option. While shaving pre-dates cavemen, laser treatments really started in the 70s. It is a hair growth-reduction treatment and will remove 95% of unwanted hair permanently. Approved by the FDA, it does not classify as a permanent hair removal method yet. However, a lot of patients do indeed experience permanent hair reduction. The concept behind the treatment is selective photothermolysis. A laser beam is used to target a specific object without damaging surrounding tissues. In the context of a laser treatment procedure, that target is the pigment in the hair. Surrounding tissues are the skin. The light energy produced by the laser targets color pigments in the hair. Once the melanin has absorbed the energy, the latter travels down to the hair follicle where it turns into thermal energy. The heat damages the hair follicle and stop hair growth permanently. However, the treatment only works on body hair that is in the anagen phase of growth. Indeed, it is the only time the hair is connected to the follicle. Each hair has a unique growth cycle. Thus, only 20% of all body hair will be in the anagen phase at any point in time. Thus, one laser session can only target 10% to 20% of hair at once. This explains why patients needs multiple laser hair removal. The cumulative effect of each session will lead to permanent hair removal. Each session must be six weeks apart so that the hair can move into the right phase of growth. Is laser hair removal permanent? When patients ask, does laser hair removal last forever, the answer is yes! After between 5 and 6 treatments, depending on the treatment area, you will be hair-free in that area from then on. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. Why laser treatment may not work on red hair. Laser hair removal machines look for contrast, and ignore pale areas while focusing their light on areas without pigmentation. Of course, this perfectly benefits people with fair skin and dark body hair. But it means that the procedure is generally not recommended for people with dark skin since there is a chance that the surrounding skin can be damaged by inadvertently being targeted by the laser. Laser hair removal treatment is at its most effective when two conditions meet. First, there must be a color contrast between the hair and the skin. Second, the right machine must be used during the session. Each skin tone and hair color will require a different type of laser or wavelength. Laser hair removal works by destroying the hair follicle when it is in its growth phase. In the treatment area, not all hair follicles will be in the growth phase at the same moment, which is why you will need multiple treatments in order to receive permanent smoothness and hairlessness on your skin. To recap, laser hair removal needs hair, pigments and hair follicles. The first one is used as a conduit. The second one is the target and the last one is the final destination. If there is pigment, aka no target, the procedure will not be effective. It happens often that natural redheads have really light blonde or ginger hair. Thus, it becomes more difficult for the laser to pick up the hair against the skin. This can ruin the precision capabilities of the laser. The laser may not always be able to pick up the hair with very few color pigments. In addition, the melanin may not be able to absorb the energy. Fortunately, that does not mean that light hair removal is not possible. Laser hair removal machines work best with thick, coarse hair, which is a mark in favour of many redheads. With many redheads naturally having thick hair, this can make it easier for laser hair removal procedures to work. Similarly, body areas with thicker skin (such as the chin and back) tend to respond better to laser hair removal than areas with thinner, more sensitive skin (such as the bikini area and armpits). We have indeed proved that laser treatments work on blonde hair. Laser hair removal for ginger hair.

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