Four Reasons Why Laser Hair Removal Is Better

Excessive body hair is one of the most common cosmetic complaints in the United States. While hair grows differently for everyone, sometimes unwanted body hair can hurt our confidence levels. Many people seek out professional and at-home treatments desperately trying to get rid of unwanted body hair. That’s why we offer laser hair removal for our patients at Metro Dermatology. Laser hair removal has been one of the most effective and safest choices for permanent hair removal. Here are four common hair removal techniques that laser hair removal can replace.
Shaving
Shaving is the most popular way to remove hair at home. People spend countless hours every week shaving the same areas repeatedly. The hair grows back within 24 hours and can leave the skin with razor bumps, in-grown hairs, and general irritation. The cost of razors and shaving cream can add up. It’s a countless cycle that never ends.
Waxing
Waxing is messy and time-consuming. The results last longer than shaving but a waxing session typically takes longer to complete. This is more commonly performed by a professional but can be done at-home as well. Prices vary to see a professional and you need to go back every 4-6 weeks to keep your skin smooth and hair-free. This repeated process and added cost can get old quickly.
Tweezing
Tweezing is great for the eyebrows or chin but it’s not a practical solution for larger areas. If your biggest complaint is unwanted sideburns, armpit hair, or leg hair, it’s best to find a technique that removes multiple hairs at once. Many people choose to use an epilator to tweeze these larger areas. An epilator works by using multiple tweezers to pull several hairs at once. Most people find this painful and unbearable and give up this technique soon after starting it.
Hair Removal Creams
Hair removal creams gained popularity years ago and seemed like a good option at first. Customers bought and used these creams in the privacy of their home hoping for a quick and easy solution for hair removal. That wasn’t the case for many people. The chemicals in these creams often left their users with burns and discomfort that lasted weeks after only one use. If you have sensitive skin, it’s best to stay away from at-home hair removal creams.
For patients seeking to replace these time-consuming and ineffective hair removal techniques, laser hair removal is the answer. If you’re ready for permanently smooth skin, visit Metro Dermatology in Flushing, Elmhurst, Englewood, and the Bronx. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!