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Laser Hair Removal Has A New Gold Standard

admin — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 18:25:57 +0000

There have been many advances in laser hair removal technology in the last ten years. When laser hair removal was first performed, it was a painful procedure that could only be done on people who had very light skin and dark hair. It also was very time-consuming. The advances that have occurred include faster lasers that can treat large areas of the body quickly and painlessly.

There have also been advances in the kind of skin and hair that can be treated. For example, lasers have been developed to treat dark hair on dark skin. These lasers are able to penetrate the skin past the melanin layer that provides the dark coloring, and eliminate the hair that is growing in that area.

The Lumenis LightShare Duet Laser is one example of an advancement in hair removal technology. This laser is very versatile and can treat a variety of skin tones and can be used for both short pulse and long pulse treatments that can remove many different kinds of hair. This laser also has its own cooling mechanism for increasing patient comfort, which will help reduce the feeling of stinging and tingling that may be experienced during this procedure.

If you are considering laser hair removal, know that you do not need to settle for outdated technology that may make you uncomfortable or be less effective on your skin. Talk to a laser hair removal technician and make sure they are using the latest technology for fast, safe, comfortable, and effective hair removal and reduction.

How Long Does It Take To Remove A Tattoo?

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:11:41 +0000

We all make mistakes and sometimes those mistakes seem like they will be with us for the rest of our lives. Many of us decide to get a tattoo at a young age and live to regret the decision. Alternatively, a tattoo that once looked amazing may have wrinkled and distorted over time. Another thing to take into consideration is the fact that many employers do not want their employees to have them in obvious locations.

Surprisingly it is now possible to remove that once-thought permanent part of your life. Laser tattoo removal is the most commonly used method and the price for the procedure varies on the size of your tattoo. On average, it takes about twenty minutes, however this time will vary depending on the size of your tattoo. Larger ones may take longer than twenty minutes while smaller ones will take less time to remove. Many people who have their tattoo removed compare the pain to a rubber band snapping on the skin. Pain tolerance varies from person to person.

During the treatment, lasers are used to completely remove the tattoo without harming the surrounding tissue. Because of this method, the chance of scarring from the procedure is minimal and it can be performed on either colored or black tattoos. When the procedure is complete, the skin looks relatively normal and uniform. Of course, some skin texture changes are unavoidable.

Smooth Your Chicago Skin With Laser Hair Removal

admin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:26:40 +0000

Residents of Chicago already have an up-hill battle to fight when they are trying to get smooth and soft skin. Between the city’s harsh winters, humid climate, and characteristically windy weather, people living in that area already find themselves struggling to protect their skin. For people with excess hair, the problem of hair removal presents another danger to smooth skin.

Many types of hair removal leave behind a stubble of left over hair. This causes the skin to take on a rough and harsh feel as fingers glide over the skin. While many attribute this type of left over hair exclusively to shaving, the truth is that many hair removal creams and waxing products can provide the same sensation. Creams, waxes and gels are not guaranteed to remove all unwanted hair. This makes the hairs they leave behind even more obvious to the touch.

Laser hair removal is guaranteed to remove all the unwanted hair when done by a professional. As a result, laser hair removal makes the skin feel softer and smoother than shaving, creams, gels, or waxing are able to do.

This benefit of healthy, smooth skin can be obtained in any area of the body that has unwanted hair. Large areas, such as backs or legs, as well as smaller and more sensitive areas, can be treated with laser hair removal. Regardless of the area, the result is soft, beautiful skin that will be ready to face whatever harshness the Chicago weather might throw its way.