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Laser hair removal
hi so i am 17, and i really want to get laser hair removal. i live in the uk, and was wondering how much it would cost. also can someone list the types you can get done. also where would i go to make sure i get the safest, and best possible treatment, without it being ridiculously expensive. and also the side effects. also if anyone has had personal experience, it would be amazing to know what you thought!, thanks!
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Go through this site which lists out the various options available, cost, pros-cons etc. It will help you decide what is best for you.
www.permanenthairremovalguide.com
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I'm not sure about UK prices, but in the US it's pretty expensive. Sessions (Depending on how large of an area) can easily go over 100$. You most often need more then one treatment to stop the hair growth, so the cost adds up. Here's a quote I pulled from a website:
"The typical cost of laser hair removal is $150 to $500, depending on the area of the body that is being treated. In most cases, the smaller the surface area to be treated, the lower the treatment cost. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average price of laser treatments in the United States is $429."
You can get laser hair removal anywhere on your body basically. I would go to a dermatologist office to get it done properly. You could go to a spa type place, but I would feel more comfortable with a doctor doing it. There are risks and you can get burnt that leaves a permanant scar. I remember a while back reading a blog about a woman who had the treatment on her upper lip and I guess the laser was to hot and used to much on one area and it left a large red scar that needed medical attention. The risks are low but still there.
The prices are probably all in the same area, but I don't suggest going somewhere that offers it too cheap anyway. Make sure the office is clean and ask for testimonials.
Side effects, you will see redness after that fades and thats the usual. Some people see swelling of the area, blistering, or what's called hyper pigmentation (temporary darkening of the skin). Some people complain of pain even after the procedure. Those are symptoms that will go away.
A permanent side effect could be scarring or lighter pigmentation, meaning some areas of your skin might be turned lighter then the rest of your skin.
During the procedure I've read that it feels like a rubber band slap. My friend's mother got it done between her eye brows and was pleased with it. Just be careful with areas like that, because eye brows get thinner as you age and you may find that they are too thin for you later on.
Avoid waxing or plucking the area several weeks before the procedure for the best results. I've also read that it's reccomended to stay out of the sun for a few weeks before.
The results are not completely permanent. After a long period of time (months to years) you will see some hair re-growth.
So take that all into consideration before deciding if it's worth the money and the risks.
Good luck!
-Abby
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