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Beauty Cosmetics Tips :: At Home Laser Hair Removal
At Home Laser Hair Removal: Is At Home Laser Hair Removal Safe?
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At home laser hair removal has made razors and depilatories a thing of the past for many women who want an easy way to get rid of hair on their legs, arms or faces.
Silk'n
An FDA approved at home laser hair removal system, Silk'n is a light-based device. It removes hair by addressing hair pigment that is darker than the user's skin pigment.
This is called a photothermal treatment, or as the company that created Silk'n, Home Skinovations Ltd., calls it Home Pulsed Light.
Because Silk'n targets darker pigments, it cannot be used by people with darker skin tones. It can cause burns or blisters on darker complexions.
It only really works well on dark hair, and works sporadically on red, blond and gray hair. Basically, the more pigment a hair has, the better it works.
Silk'n is not meant for at home laser hair removal of facial hair. It can actually stimulate hair growth on faces since most hair on a woman's face is not exposed. And because it is not designed for use on the face or neck, the light can also cause eye damage.
TRIA
TRIA is a hand held, rechargeable at home laser hair removal system. Dermatologist tested and FDA approved, TRIA uses diode laser technology.
TRIA is safe to use on body hair found on the legs, back, chest, bikini area and underarms, much like Silk'n. But unlike the Silk'n system, TRIA is also safe to use on the nape of the neck as well as on women's upper lips and chins.
TRIA , like Silk'n, does not work on lighter hair colors, and should not be used on darker skin tones. Much like all laser treatments – at home or at a doctor's office - TRIA may cause some discomfort, reddening of the skin, swelling, burning or itching.
Do Your Research
No matter what steps you are taking for hair removal - whether you are planning to do it at home with a cream or home light or laser based removal system or if you are planning to go to a doctor - make sure you do your research.
It is important to know everything you can about a product before using it just like it is important to know that a doctor is reputable.
If you are choosing to use a home product, go online and check out user reviews on different consumer and beauty web sites. Read any product warnings or recommendations to make sure the product is suitable for your skin type.
Check With a Professional
If you continue to have doubts about a product or a product's claims, you can always talk to your doctor or a reliable dermatologist to clear up any lingering questions about at home laser hair removal.
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