Laser Hair Removal Cost and Facts

Most women and also men are faced with the task of frequent hair removal in their daily lives. Many men need to do it daily and women at least twice a month. Everyone wishes for a more permanent solution to waxing and shaving. While there is general awareness about laser hair removal, many people hesitate to try it due to common misconceptions. One of these being that laser hair removal is probably quite expensive. We discussed the cost of laser hair removal in Vadodara with skin specialists here and this is what they have to say regarding what determines laser hair removal treatment cost in most cities in India.  

 What Is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is a treatment for achieving hair reduction in any area of the body on a long term basis. Laser hair removal uses laser light to destroy hair roots. Laser hair removal works by targeting hair follicles with a laser beam resulting in its destruction and the hair follicle does not grow any further. The laser targets the pigment melanin present in the hair follicle while it does not affect the skin surface. Laser hair reduction works best on dark hair.

 How Often Do You Need Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal only works when the hair is in the growth phase or anagen phase. This is the only time when the hair allows the energy to travel to the hair root. Because only about 20% of all body hair is in the growth phase at any point in time, one laser session can only target up to 20% of the hair on the treated area. This is why a person will need multiple sessions to permanently remove most of the unwanted body hair. These sessions are usually done four to six weeks apart so that hair that previously was not in the growth phase, moves on to the anagen phase and can be targeted again.

 What Factors Decide Laser Hair Removal Prices?

 Usually, most clinics offer laser hair removal packages with a fixed price for a set number of sessions. Patients at times need more than the usual six to eight sessions offered in a package. Some factors that cause variation in the prices can determine the actual cost of your treatment.

• Quality of the laser machine and clinic – High-end laser clinics use expensive laser equipments and good quality treatments with FDA approved machines come at higher costs. Laser hair removal is very popular and is offered by many skin clinics as well as salons and spas. While it is tempting to go by the cheaper prices, it is important to remember to focus on expertise and quality. It is best to have this treatment done under the supervision of experienced skin specialists at reputed facilities.

• The type of areas being treated – Laser treatment clinics usually create a package based on the area to be treated. The bigger areas requiring longer treatment time and more laser shots are more expensive. For example, underarms sessions are quicker and cheaper compared to treatment of full legs which require longer time.

• Associated factors – Other associated factors may affect the effectiveness and number of sessions of a laser hair removal treatment, which will also influence the price. Hair growth is often triggered by hormones such as PCOD in women. Thus individuals with hormonal imbalance may need additional sessions. Genetics, hair and skin type as well as hair growth cycle, hair thickness and type, all play a role in outcomes.

What Are The Benefits Of Laser Hair Removal?

• It is a safe treatment – Laser hair removal has very little side effects. Following after-care instructions correctly such as avoiding sun exposure, tanning, etc, helps to avoid any problems. Patients should lookout for quality and medically supervised treatments. During the procedure, it is helpful to communicate your comfort with the technician.

• It gives long-lasting results – Laser hair reduction provides long-lasting hair reduction and most patients experience a nearly permanent hair removal. Occasional maintenance sessions may be needed depending on the area and associated factors. When compared to waxing which lasts a few weeks or shaving where hair starts growing back immediately, laser hair removal can get rid of hair for a very long time. It also results in coarse hair becoming thin and finer after a few sessions.

• The procedure isn’t painful – Waxing is an extremely painful process especially in sensitive areas. On the other hand, laser hair removal is usually quite comfortable especially since a separate skin cooling mechanism is used simultaneously during treatment. There is also the option to have a numbing cream applied before the procedure to make it manageable.

• It solves skin problems – Shaving and waxing often make the skin sensitive and irritated. Razor bumps are another problem. When hair is pulled in an opposite direction to its growth as in waxing, it can lead to ingrown hair which is often prone to infections and quite painful. Laser hair removal is the best alternative in all these conditions.