Laser hair removal for hirsutism
Hair growth (hirsutism) caused by hormonal imbalances (such as PCOS) is the same as regular hair growth, and is thus removed in the same ways. Laser hair removal can be a good solution while you’re in the process of solving PCOS, and are not getting results as fast as the hair is growing.
Once your PCOS is managed, you won’t have any lasting effects from the hair removal, since the hair follicles are damaged and cannot produce a hair anymore.
Laser hair removal involves laser energy being delivered to the hair follicles, which become damaged over a series of treatments so that they are no longer able to function. As the laser is attracted by the pigment of the hair, it focuses on the hair follicle only, leaving your skin undamaged.
Does laser hair removal hurt?
Laser hair removal technology has come a long way since it began and is now very gentle – no longer the uncomfortable experience it once was. For most, it is relatively painless and the session is over in a matter of minutes.
How long does it take?
Treatment are done every 4-8 weeks and usually require 6-12 sessions.
Who can have laser hair removal?
If you have fair-medium skin and dark hair, laser will work best for you, though newer lasers can work well on dark skin tones or lighter hair.
If not, you still may be able to have treatment. Choose a reputable clinic that uses recent technology and call in for an assessment of whether laser can work for you. You also may not be able to have treatment if you currently have a deep tan, fake tan or sunburn.
