Hair Removal

Facial hair is not only very unsightly but it is very annoying and a big problem in many women. There are several products out there to try and remove or treat facial hair, however many of these treatments are not only painful, but they are only temporary lasting a few weeks. Using many of these methods however coarsens and darkens the hair. If you are at this point where the hair is coarse and dark then laser hair removal on your face will actually work much better.
Facial hair most often occurs on the side of your face, and on your upper lip. However as many women know as they go through menopause, and age their hormones change and hair can also occur on the chin and other areas. For men the aging process also causes hair to grow in some different areas, namely the ears, nose, and eyebrows become heavier.
If the hair on your face is soft and light colored then you will probably not be able to get the results you want from laser hair removal. The laser targets the pigment in the hair at the hair follicle. This is what makes the laser a targeted treatment method. The more coarse, or dark the hair is against the skin makes the treatment work much better. Peach fuzz or the soft downy light hairs on your face are almost impossible for the laser treatment to work.
The treatment is not totally without pain. There can be some burning, itching, and the area can swell. Depending on your skin tone and the intensity of the treatment and equipment used there could also be some discoloration of the area treated. Laser treatments have become more common in the last few years, however as with any medical procedures there is always some risk.
You will need several treatments to completely remove the hair on your face. Many times it is done in sections. You will need to get a consult to find out exactly how much your specific hair removal treatment will cost. The average price of facial laser hair treatment is between $100-$300 per treatment. You may need up to 8 treatments to completely remove all of the hair you are targeting.
Before you decide to get facial hair laser removal you should make sure this is the best option for you. Visit a clinic where they are experienced and have referrals. This is your face, don’t trade one problem for another. Ask questions and do your homework, you should be able to find the best option for your skin tone and type of hair.

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