What Laser Hair Treatment Can Do For You

Laser hair treatment is the modern way to eliminate pesky, unwanted hair from the arms, bikini line, chin, chest, and more. In her Torrance, CA, dermatology practice, Dr. Hala Koudsi helps patients of all ages achieve the smooth, beautiful skin they desire and to say goodbye to shaving, waxing, and plucking.

That unwanted hair

It's discouraging and time-consuming. Plus, no matter how much you work on removing it, hair grows back quickly.

Dr. Koudsi understands that frustration and offers comfortable laser hair treatments. Delivered with a handheld laser instrument, short bursts of highly focused light literally vaporize the hair in selected follicles.

First, she medically clears her prospective hair removal patients with a skin exam and review of medical history. Typically, people with darker body hair experience optimal results.

If you qualify, expect multiple treatments spread out over several weeks. Body hair grows cyclically, so you will see some untreated hair follicles become active after your initial treatment. Accordingly, you may need six procedures or more, says the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

It's comfortable

When you come to the Torrance dermatology office in Torrance, CA, Dr. Koudsi will prepare your skin with a cooling gel. Also, you'll wear special goggles to protect your eyes during your procedure.

Next, she applies the laser light to your unwanted hair. Patients say they feel a sensation of warmth and a feeling of a rubber band snapping on their skin. Your session may take up to one hour depending on the size of the treated area.

Afterward, you can return to your usual activities. Just avoid prolonged sun exposure and apply a cool compressed to the treated areas if they feel irritated.

Hair is gone

Gradually, all of your unwanted hair will disappear and stay gone for years. If the hair does eventually return, it should be much finer and lighter in color. As laser hair treatments are safe and well-tolerated, you may have occasional touch-ups in the office as needed.

Contact us

Dr. Hala Koudsi offers an amazing range of medical and cosmetic dermatology services. Laser hair removal is one of the most popular because it works so well. If you're interested in pursuing this outstanding treatment, call Dr. Koudsi's office team in Torrance, CA, at (310) 378-8885.