Remove hair growing in undesirable places, forever possible. To date, many hardware procedures have been developed for these purposes. But not all fit laser hair removal - contraindications include quite a lot of systemic diseases and pathological conditions of the body.
Laser Hair Removal
The procedure itself consists in the effect of radiation on the hair follicles. In this case, laser hair removal practically does not affect the surrounding skin tissue and does not injure it, selectively heating only the bulb and destroying it. The microscopic well, in which the follicle was located, eventually overgrows completely and no scars remain.
The advantage of this method of getting rid of unnecessary hair is its speed, since it is not necessary to treat each bulb separately, it is possible to irradiate skin areas up to 18 mm. In addition, after 5 sessions of epilation, even those follicles that were inactive are eliminated.
It is important to remember that for blondes the procedure is not effective enough, because the laser works on cells containing melanin, which in blond people is very small.
Laser hair removal - contraindications and consequences
The categorical prohibition on hair removal by this method concerns the following:
- diabetes mellitus (decompensated form);
- individual intolerance to radiation;
- oncological diseases;
- atopic dermatitis;
- eczema;
- psoriasis;
- dermatomycosis;
- epilepsy;
- cardiovascular pathologies;
- tuberculosis of the lungs in the active stage;
- infectious lesions;
- systemic blood diseases.
Relative contraindications, which must first be agreed with the attending physician:
- many moles in the processing area;
- period of pregnancy;
- SARS, influenza in acute form;
- varicose veins and veins;
- tendency to scar tissue;
- allergic reactions;
- superficial skin lesions (abrasions, wounds);
- age to 18 years;
- photodermatitis;
- toxic diffuse goiter.
It should be noted that the effects of laser hair removal can occur even in the absence of the above contraindications. They are such:
- folliculitis;
- skin burns;
- exacerbation of herpetic infection;
- hyperpigmentation of the skin;
- conjunctivitis.
Laser epilation of the upper lip and bikini zone - contraindications
These areas are the most sensitive areas of the skin and require careful approach. It is important to choose the optimal length of laser radiation, so as not to injure tissues.
The list of contraindications for these zones is similar to the above list, but for the bikini area it is supplemented by the presence of gynecological diseases:
- inflammation of one or both ovaries;
- candidiasis (thrush);
- violation of the microflora of the vagina;
- extensive erosion of the cervix ;
- the first days of the monthly cycle;
- allergic rashes in the pubic area.
Also it is necessary to take care of the proper skin care after the procedure. Be sure to apply sunscreen before going out, even if the hair is removed in the winter season. Ultraviolet rays can cause severe irritation of the treated skin.
It is advisable to refrain from prolonged bathing and staying in the water, visiting the sauna, at least 10 days after the hair removal. Excessive humidity will negatively affect the skin condition, and even more so, its steaming. Careful treatment of irradiated areas with antiseptic, deep moisturizing and nourishment is required to prevent drying or peeling.