Laser hair removal treatment is a proven tonic for the permanent reduction of unwanted hair virtually anywhere it appears on your face (including the upper lip and cheeks) or other parts of the body. One method is the Alexandrite laser hair removal procedure, which uses a specific wavelength of energy to pinpoint and destroy dark hair follicles without damaging the tissue around them. People with predominantly blonde or red hair, as well as people with tans or naturally dark skin, are not ideal candidates for Alexandrite laser hair removal procedure or other types. Opposite to contrary belief permanent hair removal with laser is not possible and it only reduces the growth of hair for longer periods. Though this method has many advantages but side effects of laser treatment should be considered before undergoing any treatment.
The Alexandrite laser is larger than the ruby laser and therefore is more suited to larger body areas. The Alexandrite laser works by firing pulses of light into the hair follicle - these pulses of light are absorbed by pigments in the hair called melanin - the hair follicle is heated up and damaged. The whole process is called selective photothermolysis. While no laser treatment can guarantee complete hair removal, Alexandrite laser technique for hair removal can permanently reduce unwanted hair almost anywhere it appears - from the chin, upper lip and other areas of the face to the back and shoulder area, the bikini line and legs, even nipples and underarms. Like other laser hair removal procedures, though, the Alexandrite laser treatment is not used to remove hair around the eyes because of the potential damage the laser can do to the eyes. Permanent hair removal with laser can be achieved by prolong treatment sessions, even that sometimes does not guarantee the desired results.
Some people find the treatment painful - most describe the treatment similar to having an elastic band flicked at your skin repeatedly. You may experience a temporary change in skin pigmentation for a couple of days following the Alexandrite laser treatment. All other side effects (burns, lesions and scars) only occur when the laser has been handled incorrectly. This is why it's really important that you check the credentials of the person who will perform the Alexandrite laser technique for hair removal operation on you. You should also consider taking advice from a professional about side effects of laser treatment before any treatment.
