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Laser treatments remove hair without the pain, painstaking process of electrolysis
The Nest Day Spa & Aesthetic Center encourages our neighbors who are looking for “electrolysis treatment near me in Russell, Kentucky” to consider laser hair removal. We aim to provide only the most effective and comfortable services to the Tri-State area, and our approach to permanent hair reduction is a great example of this mission.
Why should I consider lasers instead of electrolysis?
Both electrolysis and laser hair removal are very effective. They also present lasting alternatives to never-ending tweezing, waxing, and shaving. However, electrolysis involves delivering an electric current to damage the hair follicle. This process can be both painful and painstaking. It requires that each follicle be treated one at a time. So, it can take many long treatment sessions to get the results that you desire. More treatment sessions also add to your total cost to remove hair. The process can be particularly uncomfortable in delicate or sensitive areas, and is associated with inflammation, swelling, scabbing, and potential risks of infections, blisters, scars, and changes in the color of the skin.
With today’s lasers, it’s never been faster, more comfortable, and affordable, and easier to get that smooth, stubble-free appearance that you have long wanted.
How can lasers treat hair so fast?
We use the Diolaze™ laser by InMode. This laser features one of the biggest “spot sizes” on the market today. This means we can treat even large areas like the back, chest, and legs efficiently. Unlike electrolysis, which requires inserting a probe into every hair follicle to deliver an electric current, we can simply direct the laser device toward the area that needs treatment. Once directed and activated, the laser energy is delivered to the hair follicles within the treatment site. Many hairs can be treated at one time. The energy and heat associated with this process are what eventually damage the follicles. Once treated, hair cannot grow through these sac-like chambers anymore.
Isn’t the heat generated by the laser uncomfortable?
These are not your grandmother’s or mother’s aesthetic lasers. Modern laser technology is highly customizable to characteristics like your skin tone, hair color, hair thickness, and skin type. We can customize settings to your needs for the most comfortable, safe, and effective treatment. Additionally, modern lasers like the Diolaze™ contain built-in cooling systems. This capability helps to minimize the heat and prevent the thermal damage associated with earlier-generation laser technologies.
Are advanced lasers right for darker skin?
These systems support the customization that generally makes for a safer, better experience and less risk of complications following treatment. Traditionally, lasers were limited due to how the laser had to search out the melanin or color pigment in the hair. These systems were often challenged in their ability to distinguish between the melanin pigment in the skin and the pigment in the hair. The use of longer wavelengths generally allows for deeper penetration into the skin and the ability to bypass the melanin in the skin. So, only the hair follicle is targeted.
There are many factors for us to consider before making our recommendations for treatment. It’s also important to know that we at The Nest Day Spa & Aesthetic Center also offer the full range of professional waxing services to support the best and longest-lasting results from treatment. To find out more about our well-tolerated and convenient alternatives to electrolysis, contact our Tri-State area team in Russell, KY, at (606) 388-2399 today.