Laser hair removal is an investment, but the treatment can be long-lasting. Is it worth spending the money to get rid of unwanted hair? It can be, but if going to a professional salon is not in your budget, there are at-home devices that can achieve similar results. SKINNEY Medspa in NYC is featured in a piece on Byrdie.com called “10 At-Home Laser Hair Removal Devices You Can Trust.” The beauty team deciphers which devices work the best at home.
At-home laser hair removal devices are not as effective as machines used by licensed laser technicians. Although, it does slow down hair growth over time. Josie Holmes, an esthetician at SKINNEY Medspa in NYC, says, “Most at-home laser hair removal devices utilize intense pulse light to damage the hair follicle.” She adds that devices used from home are safe, but the results won’t show up as fast. It typically can’t cover large areas of the body, but using it on small areas like the underarm or upper lip can be useful. Holmes points out that at-home treatments can be good for touch-ups or in-between office sessions.
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Professionals warn at-home users to be aware of potential side effects. Devices could cause redness, burning, crusting, or hyperpigmentation. Test out the product on a smaller area before moving on to a bigger one. Make sure your hair is short. It won’t be effective on longer hair and can lead to burning. Don’t tan or use deodorant, makeup, and lotion before the treatment. Lastly, it’s important to stick to a routine. “All laser hair removal services stick to a schedule of four to six weeks between each treatment,” said Holmes. This is because of the length of the hair growth cycle.
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