Laser Hair Removal

Are you tired of the endless cycle of plucking, shaving, or waxing unwanted hair? If so, laser hair removal is well worth consideration, and among the treatments offered by nurse practitioner Sheila K. Rohe, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C, at Bloom Health NP in Frederick, Maryland. When you’re ready to learn more, contact the office by phone during business hours or online around the clock.

How does laser hair removal work?

It helps to think about how your body typically grows hair. Millions of hair follicles cover your skin, each acting as a tiny channel to the surface of your skin. 

At the base of each follicle sits a root that produces hair cells. As those cells stack atop one another, they form strands of hair. This process happens in cycles, including an active growth phase, a transition phase, and a resting phase. 

Laser hair removal works by using a concentrated beam of light to create heat in the deeper layers of your skin. The laser light is drawn to the pigment in your hair, creating heat that damages the hair root and prevents normal hair growth. This process works best during the active growth cycles, so you need multiple treatments.  

Is laser hair removal expensive?

Initially, laser hair removal can sound expensive. But when you consider the cost of razors, waxing strips, and trips to the waxing salon, it becomes clear that those expenses add up over time. 

Laser hair removal allows you to achieve soft, smooth skin in just a few visits. In addition to saving money on other hair removal tools, you also gain back the time you spend shaving and engaging in different hair removal efforts. 

Are laser hair removal treatments painful?

Most people find laser hair removal easily tolerable. Many liken the sensation to the snap of a rubber band against the skin. This sensation only lasts a second and occurs only when there’s some hair left to be treated. 

That means each laser hair removal session should be a little more comfortable than the last one since fewer hairs will be left to absorb the light and become heated. If you have especially sensitive skin, let Sheila know, and she can provide a numbing cream for you to apply before your session. 

Are my laser hair removal results permanent?

Laser hair removal can reduce future hair growth. Once you complete a series of treatments, you can enjoy smooth skin without shaving, plucking, or waxing. In most cases, periodic touch-up treatments are necessary to extend your results. 

If you want to learn more about laser hair removal, call Bloom Health today to set up a visit. You can book an appointment online or phone the office to speak with a friendly member of the administrative staff regarding appointment availability.