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Burn, Baby, Burn! The Alexandrite Laser Damages Hair Follicles For Permanent Hair Removal

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Burn, baby, burn! The alexandrite laser has often been used for getting rid of tattoos and dark pigment on skin, but has now been approved for use in hair removal.

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The Alexandrite laser has often been used for getting rid of tattoos and dark pigment on skin, but it has now been approved for use as a hair removal method. What is exciting about this laser is that it goes deeper into the skin tissue than other types of hair removal lasers, and some experts think this may help to ensure long-term and even permanent hair removal of even very tough hairs. Some women report that Alexandrite lasers irritate their skin less than other types of lasers.

Who does the alexandrite laser work best for?

Like most lasers, the alexandrite works best for those with pale skin and dark hair. This is because the laser is attracted to melanin (found in dark hair follicles). During a session, you lie down on a bed and a cold handheld device is pressed to part of your skin. The device flashes the laser in fast bursts. The idea is that the laser will burn or destroy melanin-rich hair while leaving your skin undamaged (skin also contains melanin). The hair follicles become damaged and hair cannot grow back.

Are there any unpleasant effects following treatment?

Since Alexandrite does cause some skin irritation and pain, and you need a qualified practitioner who will not burn your skin to toast by improperly handing the Alexandrite laser. After your treatment, you will need to stay out of the sun and take care of your red skin. You will likely be told to keep your skin moist as it heals. If hair comes back, you will need repeat sessions, until hair follicles are truly destroyed.

Just how permanent is this method of hair removal?

The jury is out about the permanence of alexandrite laser. While many claim that Alexandrite lasers do not offer permanent damage to the hair follicle, others find that hair loss is permanent. Most people find that they need to come back for sessions every four to 12 months, which is still considerably longer than most hair removal methods. Like other laser treatments, hair removal with the Alexandrite laser is expensive, but many women are convinced by this process. Even women with sensitive skin favor Alexandrite lasers, since they damage skin less than other lasers and allow women to go for months without shaving, a fact that reduces the skin irritation of frequent hair removal methods. Best of all, Alexandrite lasers are a time saver - one session takes as much time as a good hair wax, but the results tend to last much longer.