How does laser hair removal for men work?

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Sara Shah · Accepted Answer

These days many men are getting hair removal done to get rid of unwanted hair, there are a few who choose to get rid of laser hair removal for men, it is better than shaving or going through the painful process of waxing.Laser hair removal for men is usually done in areas of the body like the chest, pubic region or the shoulder, wherever there is unwanted hair.Here are some of the pros and cons of laser hair removal for men:-Pros:Reduces the hair growth process drastically, and can sometimes even stop the growth of hair. You can say goodbye to your razors!You can get a laser treatment done anywhere in your body, from the smallest part to the most sensitive, your underarms, genital regions, and even your legs. It's practically painless, the laser technician usually numbs the area with ice to make sure that you feel no pain whatsoever. Cons:It's a much longer process, as it usually can take up to 5 to 8 sessions depending on the thickness of the hair and the growth cycle of your hair. It can get pretty expensive, one session of the laser can cost anywhere from Rs 1,500 to 2000, which can add up to be pretty expensive because we need to do at least 8 plus sessions to see a drastic difference. We need to make sure that the laser treatment is done at a laser clinic that is well certified because if not done right it can scar your skin and can even affect your eyes.

Neha Parab · Answer

Hi ,Living a hectic life is not easy for everyone and managing even the smaller, though important things like shaving or taking care of the skin become difficult for men. Do you know even athletes face a lot of difficulty in managing body hair due to their busy schedules and so find opting the laser hair removal for men the easiest way to manage body hair and skin?How does the laser hair removal for men work :The laser light emitted from the machine targets the hair pigment in the hair shaft and damages the hair from its root. It will not damage the hair follicle but yes the chances of hair regrowth are minimized and hardly one may notice the hair regrowth after the laser treatment is done. Men usually prefer getting the laser hair removal done on the areas like chest, stomach, shoulder, genital area. It is also said that the laser hair removal treatment for both men and women shows the best result on light skin with dark hair. Benefits of laser hair removal for men :Well-groomed and aesthetically pleasing.No in growth and hence no bumps, scars, and even body acne.The best choice for athletes, especially for swimmers, bodybuilders, cyclists etc.It helps to maintain hygiene and keeps body odour at bay.  Post care for laser hair removal:Doctors recommend not to work out or do any kind of body activity that would cause excessive sweating and body heat at least for 48 hours after the treatmentUse the sun protection and skincare products recommended by the doctor.In case of any sensitivity use aloe vera gel or ice to soothe the skin and if it continues then contact the clinic or the doctor and get it checked.There are some temporary side effects like redness for a few hours, skin darkening or even lightening for a few weeks, but not to worry as they are temporary and go away after some time. Hope this helps !

Q: How does laser hair removal for men work?