Many men start their morning with shaving. The procedure requires accuracy and a certain skill, so it often becomes a tedious, obligatory ritual. In this case, laser hair removal of beards and mustaches for men is an excellent solution to the problem. It helps eliminate unwanted facial hair and the need for daily shaving for at least several years. But to achieve such a result, more than one procedure will be required.
Why do men need hair removal?
Hair removal for men is an opportunity to increase their own attractiveness. Smooth skin without hair emphasizes the relief and muscles, making the appearance more aesthetic. This is the task set for themselves by athletes and dancers - people of a creative profession who perform in front of the public in open outfits. Among other things, having studied the reviews of men about the procedure, we can draw conclusions about the reason for it, this desire:
- achieve smooth skin before going to the sea;
- surprise your sexual partner;
- get rid of excessive sweating;
- improve hygiene;
- gain a youthful appearance.
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Facial hair on a man is a manifestation of secondary sexual characteristics. Moreover: many women find “light” 3-day stubble or a neat goatee very sexy.
However, the rapid growth of facial hair pleases, perhaps, only teenagers: thick hair in the area of the cheekbones, cheeks and neck looks unaesthetic. Today it is quite possible to get rid of them forever thanks to hair removal: a technique for destroying hair follicles using special radiation.
Method 1: Wax
According to statistics, most men's hair removal is performed with wax. You can carry out the treatment yourself at home or go to the salon for an appointment with a cosmetologist. The principle is the same: placing an adhesive wax mass on the problem area, and then removing it against hair growth. Wax is used for hair removal:
- Cold. Already applied to the material (bandage), ready for use. It is considered not so economical and provokes painful sensations.
- Hot. Requires preheating and the use of additional strips. It is applied to the problem area with a spatula and then fixed with a bandage. Reduces discomfort due to high temperature.
The advantages of wax hair removal include the speed of its implementation and obtaining results, minimal contraindications and complications, versatility (affects all hair types and any skin). Suitable for face, armpits, back, chest, legs, groin.
Disadvantages include pain and a short period of retention of results (up to 3 weeks). Manipulations are contraindicated in diabetes, viral infections, skin diseases and mechanical injuries in the treated area. After the procedure, sensitivity increases, the skin turns red and swells.
Which parts of the body and head of men can be epilated with a laser?
Laser hair removal is used to treat parts of the body, head and face in men. The first session eliminates a fifth of all hair in the area where the device’s rays act.
The nature and location of the zone determine how much the episode will cost and how many sessions will be needed to completely get rid of excess hair. The type of laser equipment also plays a role. Men with blond, red hair, and dark skin are better off choosing salons that use diode devices.
Method 2: Photoepilation
Procedures of this kind are carried out only in the salon, in a course of 4 to 8 sessions. The indication for them is the presence of dark hair on white skin. The principle of operation of the technique is to generate light pulses that are absorbed by melanin, converted into heat and destroy the hair structure.
The advantages of photoepilation include the ability to eliminate hair for up to 2-3 years, painlessness, the ability to treat all areas of the face and body, and an affordable price.
The technique also has disadvantages: the hair removal course is carried out with a break of 4 to 7 weeks between each procedure, which means it is extended over time. In addition, light exposure is selective and helps eliminate only dark hair.
Photoepilation requires preparation. Before the procedures, you should not sunbathe, and the hair length at the time of exposure should be 2 - 3 mm. After the procedure, burns, swelling, and redness may appear on the skin. In rare cases, there is an increase in pigmentation.
Are there any restrictions after the procedure?
Basic recommendations:
- Do not pull out hair by the roots - you can only shave.
- Use sunscreen: chin, cheek – areas exposed to the sun. It is advisable to use creams with UVA protection to avoid the risk of pigmentation.
- Perform other cosmetic procedures on the face only with the permission of a doctor.
MIGUNOVA ANASTASIA ANDREEVNA
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Gynecologist-endocrinologist, oncologist
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How many sessions will it take?
The number of treatments depends on how much hair the patient has. Usually this is from 6 procedures. If excess hair growth occurs, periodic correction will subsequently be required.
Method 3: Laser hair removal
Laser hair removal is an improved method of photoepilation; it works on a similar principle and differs in the characteristics of the emitted light wave. There are several types of laser:
- Ruby . A budget option designed for surface impact. Removes dark hairs and causes burns.
- Diode. Slow, but works well. Penetrates into the deep layers of the dermis, eliminates dark hairs.
- Alexandrite . Removes black and dark brown hair. It is characterized by processing speed and efficiency.
- Neodymium. It differs from others in its operating principle. It is relevant for removing hair of any color, which is why it is in demand among blonde men. The laser seals the vessels that feed the hairs, causing them to die within 1 - 2 weeks.
Men's laser hair removal is rarely used for deep bikinis; with its help, only pubic hair is removed in the groin area. In addition, the procedure is prohibited if:
- mechanical damage to the skin, viral infections;
- individual intolerance to light radiation;
- diabetes mellitus;
- epilepsy;
- tuberculosis;
- oncology;
- fever.
Laser hair removal eliminates hair for up to 2-3 years; due to increased hormonal levels, hair in men begins to grow earlier than the designated period. To achieve pronounced results, you need to complete a course of 5 - 8 sessions.
Consequences of laser hair removal
In addition to the fact that skin sensitivity increases, more serious complications are possible after laser hair removal. You should definitely know about them before you sign up for the procedure. Negative consequences can be early or late.
Early . They develop either immediately after the procedure or during the first 2-3 days after it. These include burns, exacerbation of acne, herpes, folliculitis, allergies.
Burns occur when there is a high content of melanin in skin cells (tanning or phototype IV-VI), incorrect procedure technique (for example, when applying laser pulses or incomplete contact of the handpiece with the epidermis), the absence of a cooling system, or the use of a high flux density of light energy.
Acne exacerbations occur mainly in young people, as well as in people with hormonal imbalances. The rashes become less pronounced over time, so they do not require specific treatment.
The effect of laser on the area of the upper and lower lips can provoke an exacerbation of herpetic infection. It occurs in people who already have a history of herpes and have once experienced rashes in the corners of the lips. To prevent this unpleasant consequence, it is recommended to take antiviral drugs a week before the procedure.
The allergy manifests itself in the form of hives, visually reminiscent of a burn. A reaction may occur to anesthetic, cooling gel. Men who have sensitive skin and are prone to allergies are recommended to take antihistamines or glucocorticoids for a week before the procedure.
Inflammation of the follicle can occur in men who are bothered by increased sweating or during regular water procedures for medicinal purposes. In this case, chemical denervation or limiting water procedures will help prevent complications.
Late . They can occur 1-2 weeks after hair removal. These include: hyper- and hypopigmentation, scarring, increased hair growth, malignancy.
An example of hyperpigmentation on the face, on a man it’s not so beautiful
