Do you ever feel annoyed about having excessive body hair? Does it ever make you feel less confident about yourself? Well, we heard you! One treatment that will help you to regain confidence is Laser Hair Removal treatment. Let’s dive in and discuss why you need Laser Hair Removal treatment!

Do You Have Excessive Body Hair?

Do you have excessive body hair? And have you ever thought about what exactly is excessive body hair?

Excessive body hair, often referred to as hypertrichosis or hirsutism, is characterized by an abnormal or disproportionate amount of hair growth on different areas of the body. 

While individual preferences, what may be considered excessive typically transcends the typical distribution and thickness of body hair associated with one’s sex and age group.

Genetic factors play a significant role in determining the density and pattern of body hair, and hormonal changes, such as those occurring during puberty, pregnancy, or due to certain medical conditions, can influence its growth.

Excessive body hair can impact individuals psychologically, prompting various grooming practices or seeking medical interventions to manage or reduce hair growth.

Treatment options often involve methods like shaving, waxing, Laser Hair Removal, or medications targeting hormonal imbalances, tailored to the specific needs and preferences of each individual.

Why Do Some People Have More Body Hair?

The amount of body hair a person has is usually because of genetic factors. Geneticity actually plays a big role in determining the density, distribution, and texture of body hair. 

Here are some reasons why some people may have more body hair than others:

Genetics

The most significant factor in determining body hair is genetics. If your parents or close relatives have a lot of body hair, it’s likely that you may inherit a similar pattern of hair growth.

Different ethnicities also have varying levels of body hair, contributing to individual differences.

Hormonal Factors

Hormones, especially androgens, influence the growth of body hair. During puberty, increased androgen levels can lead to the development of more body hair in both males and females.

Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome in women can also result in an increased androgen levels and increased body hair.

Age

Hormonal changes throughout a person’s life, such as those during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, can affect body hair growth. Hair growth tends to increase during puberty and may decrease with age.

Ethnicity

Different ethnic groups exhibit variations in the amount and distribution of body hair. For example, individuals of Mediterranean or Middle Eastern descent may generally have more noticeable body hair than those of East Asian descent.

Medical Conditions

Certain medical conditions, such as hypertrichosis or hirsutism, can lead to excessive body hair growth.

Hypertrichosis is characterized by an abnormal amount of hair growth over the body, while hirsutism involves excessive growth of coarse, dark hair in areas where males typically grow hair, occurring in females.

While body hair growth is caused by these factors, individual variations are common, and what may be considered “normal” varies widely among different populations and cultures. 

What Is Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

Laser Hair Removal is an aesthetic treatment designed to reduce body hair. This non-invasive laser treatment uses concentrated beams of light to target hair follicles selectively.

While the laser’s specific wavelength is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicles, converting the light into heat, the heat damages the follicles, preventing new hair from growing.

Laser Hair Removal is commonly performed on various body areas such as the face, legs, underarms, and bikini line.

The procedure requires multiple sessions to address hair follicles in different growth phases. Prior to undergoing the treatment, individuals typically undergo a consultation with a qualified practitioner to assess factors like skin type, hair color, and medical history, ensuring a personalized and effective treatment plan.

Let Laser Hair Removal Stop Body Hair Growth

If you are always feeling a lack of confidence, this is the time for you to start the journey of Laser Hair Removal treatment.

Excessive body hair can be a source of self-consciousness for many individuals, impacting their self-esteem and inhibiting them from feeling comfortable in their own skin.

Laser hair removal provides an effective approach to reducing unwanted hair, offering a potential boost to one’s confidence.

By selectively targeting and damaging hair follicles, this cosmetic procedure can lead to a long-term reduction in hair growth, allowing individuals to feel more at ease and confident in their appearance. 

How Laser Hair Removal Can Stop Excessive Body Hair Growth

Are you wondering how Laser Hair Removal can stop excessive body hair growth? 

Here’s how it works its magic:

Absorption of Light

The melanin in the hair follicles absorbs the laser light, converting it into heat. This heat is then transmitted to the surrounding hair follicle structures.

Damage to Hair Follicles

The heat generated by the absorbed light damages the hair follicles that are responsible for hair growth. This damage inhibits the follicles’ ability to produce new hairs.

Multiple Treatment Sessions

Hair grows in cycles, and not all hair follicles are active at the same time. To effectively target hair follicles in different stages of the growth cycle, multiple treatment sessions are typically required.

This ensures that the laser addresses actively growing hairs during each session.

Reduction in Hair Growth

Over the course of the treatment sessions, many individuals experience a significant reduction in hair thickness and density in the treated area. The hair that regrows is often finer and lighter in color.

Long-Term Results

While complete and permanent hair removal may not be achieved for everyone, laser hair removal can provide long-term hair reduction.

Maintenance sessions may be needed periodically to address any hair regrowth that occurs over time.

Are Laser Hair Removal Results Permanent?

Laser Hair Removal can help to achieve a permanent result. However, it requires a few sessions.

Laser Hair Removal usually requires a number of sessions, and some individuals require more sessions to achieve a permanent result.

The procedure targets hair follicles during their active growth phase, but since hair grows in cycles, not all follicles are active at the same time.

Consequently, several sessions spaced over a period of weeks to months are necessary to effectively treat a greater number of follicles.

The number of sessions needed varies based on individual factors such as skin type, hair color, and hormonal influences to achieve a permanent result.

Conclusion

In conclusion, you don’t have to feel a lack of confidence for having excessive body hair. Laser Hair Removal is a safe and effective treatment to get rid of all the unwanted hairs you have longed to remove.

Schedule a consultation today and start your journey today.

This blog post was medically reviewed by Dr. Ian Tan.