Interested in what laser hair removal could do for your appearance and confidence?

Dealing with unwanted hair on your face or body? Tired of tweezing, waxing, or shaving? If so, you may be looking for a more effective way to get rid of hair more permanently. This is one of the main reasons people turn to our Wilmington, DE, cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Michael Saruk for laser hair removal. Here’s what you should know about turning to the team at Delaware Valley Dermatology Group for laser hair removal.

What are the most popular areas of the body for laser hair removal?

The most popular parts of the body from which patients often want to remove unsightly hair are the armpits, legs and arms, back, bikini line, and face. This treatment is ideal for someone looking to remove unsightly dark hair, particularly from a larger region for which shaving, waxing, and tweezing are too time-consuming.

How does laser hair removal work?

Laser hair removal emits a beam of light that the melanin in the hair follicle absorbs. This heat penetrates the hair shaft, destroying the hair without affecting the skin around it. Since the laser treatment targets the pigment in your hair, this treatment is most effective on dark hair.

How many sessions will I need?

Hair grows in cycles, which means that one session alone is often not enough to remove all the unwanted hairs. Many of our patients here in Wilmington, DE, will notice a visible improvement after a couple of laser hair removal treatment sessions, with the majority of patients achieving the results they want in 4-6 sessions. Sessions are often performed about eight to 12 weeks apart to give the hair time to grow.

Are laser hair removal results permanent?

This treatment is meant to remove coarse hairs; therefore, you will see a significant reduction in the appearance of these hairs. While thinner, lighter, and softer hair may remain, you will notice that there are far fewer hairs than before. These results are often highly preferred to frequent waxing or shaving.

Does laser hair removal hurt?

Those who have had laser hair removal often liken the sensation to having a rubber band snapped against their skin. The discomfort you feel during the treatment will be no more than that of waxing, even though it will feel different. We can also apply topical numbing creams beforehand to help reduce any symptoms you may experience during your treatment.

Does laser hair removal work on any hair?

Laser hair removal is most effective on hair that is dark, thick, and dense. Those with lighter hair like grey or blonde may not experience the same results as someone with darker hair.

If you are interested in what laser hair removal could do for you, then it’s time to turn to our Wilmington, DE, dermatologist Dr. Saruk at Delaware Valley Dermatology Group. To book an evaluation, call us at (302) 478-8532.