What You Ought To Know About Laser Hair Removal For Pubic Hair

The laser pubic hair removal procedure is roughly the same for men and women; it consists on radiating the pubic area with a high energy laser beam for a very short time. This energy is soaked up by the dark pigment present in the hair follicles, disabling their ability to grow and stopping them from becoming thicker. The laser beams attack pigments, so the lighter the skin, the less damaged it receives. However, the damage received in the skin is not permanent, even if the treated area is large. Removing pubic hair by laser doesn’t normally cause pain, but just a little irritation. If you have very delicate skin in your pubic area, you should consider using a mild topical anesthetic to reduce the irritation, but it is most likely unnecessary.

The Different Types of Laser Pubic Hair Removal

There are several types of laser hair removal services available. For instance, many people decide to eliminate all of their pubic hair, while others decide to leave a little bit of hair, therefore performing a partial pubic hair removal. Whether it is a complete removal or a partial one, the process is the same.

There are various types of lasers used to remove hair like Aragon laser, Ruby laser, Pulsed diode array, Alexandrite laser and Nd:YAG. Argon and Ruby lasers are not being used anymore because their wavelength is unsafe for the skin. Of all the lasers mentioned, the most effective one is the Alexandrite laser, but it is not very useful unless you have very fair skin. The pulsed diode array laser is used for medium-colored skin while Nd:YAG is used for more tanned skin.

Cost and Number of Sessions Required for Laser Pubic Hair Removal

Laser hair removal professionals normally charge from $200 to $600 per session, although there are several factors that will alter the exact prices. The number of sessions necessary to permanently halt hair growth is highly dependant on the skin color/hair color combination of the patient, being each session much more effective if the person has a very fair skin and black or very dark brown hair. The closer to this combination, the fewer number of sessions needed. It takes approximately 4 sessions at a cost of around $2000 to complete the whole process.

Side Effects of Laser Pubic Hair Removal

The treated skin area may become red and sore after each laser session. It feels like a mild sunburn and usually lasts for a couple of days. You may apply some topical cream to relieve the discomfort. You must also avoid prolonged sun exposure for 6 weeks after your treatment to prevent further damage to the treated skin area.

Disadvantages of Permanent Pubic Hair Removal

The main benefit of laser hair removal can be a disadvantage depending on which angle you look at it. You will not be able to style your pubic hair again as you will no longer have hair in your pubic area. Some people choose to keep only a small portion of pubic hair by opting to remove pubic hair only on the bikini zone and areas that will be exposed outside their skimpiest bikini or underwear.

If you can live with the expensive cost and the minor inconvenience, you will never have to shave or wax again! You will be able to say goodbye to razor bumps, pubic ingrown hairs and pubic pimples. However, please be 100% sure that this is what you want to do for there is no turning back once you permanently remove your pubic hair with laser.

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Natalie Williams is the founder of HairRemovalHaven.com – A site on everything to do with pubic hair removal.