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17 Questions About Laser Hair Removal and Its Details

17 Questions About Laser Hair Removal and Its Details
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Many people who want to get rid of unwanted body hair resort to laser hair removal treatments. Medikal estetik alanında öncü isim Doktor Lida Çiteli, ‘lazer epilasyon fiyatları, lazer epilasyon çeşitleri, lazer epilasyon zararları’ gibi soruların sıkça sorulduğu şu günlerde lazer epilasyon tedavisi hakkında merak ettiğiniz her şeyi sizler için anlattı.

About Laser Hair Removal
and Its Effects

Laser hair removal is the most effective way to get rid of unwanted hair on the human body. In this treatment, which works by destroying hair follicles, special cooling systems are used to reduce pain and minimize potential risks. During the treatment, when the laser beam is applied, the person may feel a slight burning or stinging sensation. We can achieve the targeted result in 4 to 6 sessions of laser hair removal, and session durations vary between five minutes and one and a half hours, depending on the area being treated. While the upper lip and nipples are completed in five to ten minutes, 20 minutes are required for the bikini area, and one and a half hours for the entire leg. The individual's hormonal disorders or medications they are taking may prolong this process.

How is Laser Hair Removal
Applied?

One day before the session, the hair in the area to be treated should be shaved. Waxing or plucking should not be used. Laser shots lasting milliseconds are applied to the area using a special gel. The laser energy, passing through the skin, targets the hair follicles. This thins the hair in the area, and when the sessions are completed, the hair is completely eliminated.

Can Laser Hair Removal
Be Applied in Every Season?

Laser hair removal can be applied in every season. However, some rules must be followed. For laser hair removal treatment done in summer, the person needs to protect themselves from the sun's harmful rays in the week before the procedure.

How Long Do Laser Hair Removal
Sessions Take?

While session durations vary depending on the area being treated, women require 4-6 sessions for body areas, while men need 6-10 sessions. Face area takes an average of 8-10 sessions, and the person's skin tone, hair color, and thickness determine the session durations.

Is Skin Color Important
in Laser Hair Removal?

Skin color is important in laser hair removal applications. Different laser hair removal methods are applied according to the hair structure and the person's skin color.

Is Laser Hair Removal
a Painful Procedure?

While pain tolerance varies from person to person, laser hair removal is not a painful procedure. Even if a slight sensation occurs, the pain felt by the person is minimized thanks to special cooling systems. The sensation of pain in genital areas may be higher due to the sensitivity of the region.

Are Laser Hair Removal
Results Permanent?

It is an extremely effective and successful method for women who want to get rid of unwanted hair. But some processes can cause hair to regrow. Pregnancy or other hormonal changes can lead to new hair growth.

Are There Any Side Effects
of Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal treatment performed by specialist physicians has no side effects. However, some laser applications act deeper and may cause tiny spots. These spots can be easily removed with creams. The risk of side effects is extremely low.

How Do We Decide Which System to Choose
for Laser Hair Removal?

During the examination, the doctor decides on the most suitable method for the hair structure, taking into account the person's skin type and the area to be treated with laser.

Is Skin Color or Hair Thinness
Effective in Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal, which can be easily applied to both women and men, has a high success rate. Different laser techniques are applied for those with light skin but dark hair, or for large areas. For those with dark skin and fine hair, it is necessary to use energy in different dimensions.

Who Can Get Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal can be applied from the age of 16-17. Besides that, anyone who needs it can apply for laser hair removal treatment.

Does Laser Hair Removal Harm
Ovaries or Lymph Nodes?

When applied under appropriate conditions, with the guidance of a specialist doctor, and with the correct device and dose, laser hair removal has no harm or side effects on the ovaries or lymph nodes.

What to Pay Attention to
Before Getting Laser Hair Removal?

Before coming to the laser session, the hair in the targeted area should be shaved. The stronger and coarser the hair, the more effective the treatment will be. To prepare your body for laser hair removal, it is important to moisturize the skin. Because some unwanted reactions may be seen on dry skin.

How Long Should Laser Hair Removal
Session Intervals Be?

While varying from person to person, sessions are planned at intervals of 1 to 1.5 months.

What to Pay Attention to
After Getting Laser Hair Removal?

After epilation, you need to adequately moisturize your skin and protect it from the sun's harmful effects. For this, sunscreen creams are used. After the application, it is beneficial to stay away from hot and steamy environments such as Turkish baths and saunas.

Are Creams Recommended for Those with Skin Sensitivity
After Laser Hair Removal?

For patients with dry skin, intense moisturizing creams are recommended to hydrate the skin. Additionally, sunscreen creams and ingrown hair preventative creams are also used.

Can Laser Hair Removal
Be Done at Home?

Home applications are not laser hair removal. Devices used at home only have a waxing effect. However, only temporary results can be obtained.

How Should Hair That Grows
After Laser Hair Removal Be Removed?

After laser hair removal, small hairs may appear between sessions. Removing these hairs with wax or tweezers can disrupt the epilation sessions. You should remove the growing hairs with depilatory creams. The presence of hair roots helps the laser beams to be used more accurately.

Laser Hair Removal Applications with Dr. Lida Çiteli

Dr. Lida Çiteli, a leading name in medical aesthetics, continues to achieve highly successful applications in the field of laser hair removal.

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