Laser epilator

Women's beauty requires a lot of sacrifice. This idea has long been accustomed to many of the fair sex, who devote a lot of time to caring for themselves. One of the most urgent problems is the removal of excess hair on the arms, legs, in the armpit and in the bikini area.

Technology does not stand still, including cosmetology. Laser hair removal is already gaining popularity. It is not surprising that all kinds of models of devices for its implementation began to appear on store shelves.

Most women, when faced with the concept of laser hair removal for the first time, ask a lot of questions, most of which relate to the principle of operation of the equipment. This is really important, since the features of any procedure determine not only its effectiveness, but also the consequences for the skin and the whole body.

A laser epilator is a special device that completely removes hairs by “cauterizing” them with a concentrated laser beam. Outwardly, they can be very different from each other, since there are both professional stationary models that are large in size, and home portable options.

The main feature, of course, is the principle of operation itself.It may vary slightly depending on the type of laser used, but in general it really is a process of heating the hairs, as a result of which they die. Some women may recall the once popular photoepilation procedures, but they used only a light effect, which had a lot of negative effects on the skin and in some cases even caused pain.

By the way, it is precisely because of the negative experience of photoepilation that the use of a laser so quickly acquired a myth about its harm and pain. However, a concentrated laser beam in practice has a much better set of properties. It has a deeper and more precise effect, due to which the dermis tissues remain completely intact, and the master can easily achieve complete removal of hairs from the skin.

Penetrating into the hair follicle, the laser beam is concentrated and leads to its heating. It is melanin and carotene that react first of all to an increase in temperature, which are immediately split and the hair is removed from the skin. Subsequently, its recovery takes much longer than after pulling out, and repeated procedures will gradually stop hair growth in the necessary area forever.

Laser hair removal is not just a novelty in cosmetology and medicine, but a fundamentally new approach that is quite capable of replacing any other methods. One of the main features of such devices is that today only they are able to provide a truly deep epilation effect, which cannot be said about other approaches.

Depilation is the partial removal of hairs. More precisely, it is a cutting of only that part of the vegetation that protrudes above the surface of the skin. The most striking examples of depilation are shaving with a machine with blades or the use of a special cream that dissolves the epidermal part of the hair.

As for epilation, it is a completely different process. During epilation, not a part, but the entire hair is destroyed. That is, the destruction of the hair follicle, roots, or even the follicle itself is supposed. It is easy to understand that epilation is a more effective method that guarantees long-lasting results, while reducing the rate of new growth, as well as making it less dense and stiff.

The most famous hair removal options are represented by procedures such as vasking and sugaring, that is, hair removal using hot wax or sugar paste, respectively. The material used is applied to the desired area of ​​​​the skin, and then "breaks", while pulling out the hair from the root.The problem is that this approach cannot be considered a full-fledged hair removal, since during such a pulling out the follicle, and sometimes even the bulb, remain intact.

In this case, laser epilators are really reliable and, in fact, the only option for complete hair removal. Modern models are equipped with sufficiently accurate and powerful radiating elements that direct a beam of energy directly into the follicle and destroy it.

In general, there are a number of advantages of laser epilators over other methods of getting rid of excess hair on the skin:

• Comfort. Unlike using the same hot wax or sugar paste, laser hair removal is more convenient. Usually, during the procedure, women feel almost nothing, except for a slight warmth in the treated area;
• Speed. Most models are capable of 3-4 flashes per second, which is enough to completely destroy the hairs. As a result, the procedure for epilation of even large areas, such as bikini, does not take too much time;
• Efficiency. Unlike other hair removal methods, especially when compared to razors or wax strips, the laser does not miss a single hair. Of course, the quality of a particular model of the device decides a lot, but most modern epilators guarantee the complete destruction of 99% of unwanted vegetation on any part of the body;
• No consequences. Hot wax or wax strips, sugar paste, electronic depilator, blades - all this is a real nightmare for women's skin. As a rule, after using such methods, redness and inflammation immediately appear.The laser epilator acts pointwise, affects only the hair follicles and does not have any negative effect on the dermis;
• One of the main advantages always remains the possibility of a complete cessation of hair growth in the treated area. With a competent approach to the procedures, as well as using a really high-quality device, 5-6 procedures can be enough for the hairs to stop bothering you forever. This is possible due to the fact that the laser has cumulative qualities and regular heating of the follicles completely stops the production of carotene and melanin;
• Practicality. It is also worth adding that there is already the possibility of laser hair removal at home using a portable device. It is much more convenient, in particular, for self-treatment of the bikini area than a razor, wax or paste.

If you decide to epilate with a laser, then you should pay attention to the correct choice of equipment. Models differ from each other not only in appearance, but it is most important to take into account the type of laser in them, which determines almost all the functionality of the epilator.

To date, it is customary to distinguish the following types of lasers:

• neodymium;
• diode;
• Alexandrite;
• Ruby.

The main difference between them lies in the depth and concentration of the emitted energy beam. From this varies the safety of the skin, the effectiveness of hair removal and comfort. The most painful are some types of alexandrite and neodymium lasers. When using them, specialists can often advise patients to use local anesthesia. However, it should be recognized that it is these radiation options that remove hair very quickly and effectively.

Now the most popular are diode laser epilators. They ideally combine the destruction of follicles and safety for surrounding tissues. All this thanks to the most accurate beam concentration compared to other lasers.

You should also separate professional models and portable ones for home use. Stationary and more bulky devices have much more functionality and power, so they can guarantee accurate and deep hair removal.

Of course, portable devices for home use are inferior to their "big" brothers. However, high-quality models can provide accurate, comfortable and quite effective removal of vegetation. The only disadvantage of such devices is that more procedures will be required to permanently eliminate hair.

Today there are many different models of portable laser devices. Sometimes it is very difficult to choose something really suitable, especially when it comes to a woman who first became interested in this method of hair removal.

Quite famous are models from manufacturers such as Kemei or Rio. They are characterized by a low price and, therefore, such devices are available to almost any woman. However, they have their own characteristics. For example, a number of epilators from Kemei are characterized by a sufficiently high degree of heating, which is why they must be used with great care. On the other hand, they can provide impressive results.Such models are best suited for men whose skin is somewhat rougher.

Rio X60, Salon Laser and Salon Chic are very popular from the Rio range., as well as the LAHR-C model. Most of them work on the principle of a diode laser, therefore they are considered one of the most comfortable and reliable options among portable epilators. The Scanning X20 device from this manufacturer is also equipped with a scanning function.

Tria is represented in the market with models such as "Go Lahh" and "Hair Removal 4x", which also have an excellent combination of affordable price and sufficient effect of removing unwanted hair.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the models from Bosidin and Tweezer, which belong to higher price categories, however, are the most interesting options, as they use the latest Iplazer system, which combines several bundle options and provides both deep and comfortable destruction of hair follicles.

Of course, if you are looking for a professional laser epilator for a salon, you will have to seriously tinker, since it can be very difficult to understand such devices, and the choice will depend entirely on your knowledge, skills and level of specialist training.

Another thing is if you purchase a household appliance for home use, since in this case the choice will be made from the point of view of the consumer himself. In other words, your task is to buy an epilator that will meet your specific needs.

At the same time, it is worth paying attention not only to price and popularity. Before you finally make your choice, do not forget the following tips from professionals:

• Beware of the so-called "pseudo-laser" models, which are quite expensive and pretend to be real laser devices. Their distinguishing feature is the presence of a heating element at the tip of the sensor, which processes the zone. Such epilators can easily burn the skin and can never guarantee the destruction of the follicle itself, since they only cauterize the upper part of the hair;
• You should not look at equipment only from popular producing countries. Very often, due to imports, their prices are too high. At the same time, most popular campaigns have their Chinese assembly center, which can actually guarantee reliable quality;
• Immediately determine for yourself which type of laser you are interested in. Diode is considered the gold standard among masters. On the other hand, you can try alexandrite or neodymium, which can guarantee a deeper effect;
• Decide exactly what features you need. In some cases, you can overpay for the "bells and whistles", which will turn out to be useless in the future. So, for example, an epilator with a scanning function can be twice as expensive as its counterpart, which is in no way inferior in efficiency;
• Before buying, you should read the reviews of women, who have already purchased the model you like.

In order to achieve a good effect from laser hair removal, it is not enough to use an expensive and high-quality device. Even at home, it is important to carry out preliminary preparation of the skin area and do not forget that each technique is accompanied by instructions for use, which should be followed. Usually the application of the device is more than simple and involves holding the sensor over a specific area on the body.

We also recommend using the following tips:

• On the day of the procedure, refuse to use cosmetics, especially if it contains oils;
• If you practice shaving, it is best to do it no later than 24 hours before epilation;
• Hold the epilator strictly vertically relative to the skin surface for a more precise effect;
• In order to avoid skin burns, do not hold the epilator in one area for longer than a few seconds;
• If you use a neodymium or alexandrite laser, then before the procedure, you can treat the skin with lidocaine to reduce pain;
• Between sessions, always take breaks, the duration of which is recommended by the manufacturer of the device.

The main indication for the use of a laser epilator is the need to remove hair from the skin of the face, arms, legs, armpits and bikini area. But there are many more contraindications:

• Skin with a pronounced tan;
• The presence of a large number of white and discolored hairs;
• A large number of moles, scars, fresh wounds on the surface of the skin;
• Infectious diseases;
• Decreased immunity;
• Taking antibiotics or antiviral drugs;
• Diabetes mellitus of any severity;
• Oncological processes or the appearance of any type of neoplasm in areas of the skin;
• Individual intolerance to laser radiation.

In general, women respond positively to laser epilators. Much depends on the quality of the technique itself, but it is impossible to deny the fact that it is this method of hair removal that can guarantee absolutely smooth skin, as well as getting rid of excess vegetation forever.

A home laser epilator is an excellent and affordable alternative to regular trips to specialized clinics, which will save you money and time, and will also allow you to achieve perfectly smooth skin.

See the following video for an overview of the laser epilator.