How Does Laser Hair Removal Compare to Traditional Methods?

Throughout history, body hair removal has gone in and out of vogue. Body hair removal is easier than ever today, with a plethora of methods available to those who prefer smooth, hair-free skin. Most people are keen on hair removal: A recent survey found that nearly 70% of women questioned removed their body hair in some capacity while just over 40% of men did. 

The latest hair removal strategy is laser hair removal, which you can get from a licensed medical provider. At Orlando Dermatology Center in Oviedo, Orlando, and Lake Mary, Florida, our team of world-class board-certified dermatologists, physician assistants, and certified nurse practitioners provide treatments using the most recent and effective laser hair removal technology available. 

If your current hair removal regimen is becoming tiresome, consider swapping it out for one with longer-lasting results. Explore the advantages of laser hair removal and make the switch today. 

The drawbacks of traditional hair removal methods

Whether you shave, wax, or pluck, you might take issue with the drawbacks associated with your preferred hair removal method.  Conventional hair removal methods can be hard on your skin or downright tedious. Consider their limitations:
Shaving

Shaving is easy and (usually) painless, but it can cause a few mishaps like ingrown hairs, accidental cuts, and razor burns. Keeping a clean and sharp razor can limit these issues. Still, shaving cuts the hair off above the root so you can see the hair grow back in a matter of days. 

Waxing

Waxing can be an easy way to remove a lot of body hair in little time. Whether you do it yourself or visit a professional esthetician, waxing can be a highly uncomfortable process. The results last longer than shaving because waxing removes hair at the root, but you can expect to re-wax the same areas every six weeks or so if you want them to stay hair-free. 

Plucking

While plucking your eyebrows is within reason, plucking all of your body hair is nearly impossible. Even if you decide to pluck hair in only specific areas like your chin and jaw, plucking individual hairs from your skin is both time-consuming and painful. 

How laser hair removal works

Cutting-edge laser technology uses high-heat laser light to heat targeted hair follicles in your skin. The heat damages the follicle to prevent hair growth without damaging the healthy skin surrounding it. 

One major incentive for laser hair removal is that treatments are customizable based on your skin tone and hair thickness. Our team can adjust the laser to safely remove body hair from multiple areas, such as your:

• Arms
• Legs
• Chin and jawline
• Bikini area
• Chest
• Abdomen
• Back

Our team creates a personalized strategy, usually recommending a series of 6-8 treatments spaced a few weeks apart. The treated skin remains hair-free indefinitely, and you can easily schedule touch-ups if or when hair returns. 

Why laser hair removal stands out

Laser hair removal may not offer fully permanent hair removal for everyone, but you won’t have to worry about weekly, monthly, or even bi-monthly maintenance after you complete your initial series of treatments. Plus, laser hair removal offers:

• Fewer ingrown hairs
• No razor burn
• No lasting soreness
• Treatment precision
• Quick and customizable treatments
• Safe procedure for any skin tone

Laser hair removal can appear costly, especially compared to DIY hair removal. However, your lifetime hair removal costs with laser hair removal may be lower because you won’t need to repeatedly buy razors and products or book waxing appointments every couple of months. 

If you’re ready to make a major change to your grooming routine by switching to laser hair removal, get in touch with us today. Book an appointment online or over the phone at your nearest Orlando Dermatology Center.