Laser Hair Removal Questions & Answers

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Which is the best type of laser to use for Laser Hair Removal?
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Alexandrite, Ruby, Diode, and Yag all seem to be used, but is one of them better than the others?

What determines the number of sessions needed for full results with laser hair removal?
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How can I get an idea of how many sessions I will need?

Is laser hair removal the same as laser acne treatment?
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I was just wondering if I was being told the truth that this would help my acne and acne scars? I have been reading on the subject and it seems like different types of laser treatment are needed for acne help.

How does the laser work in laser hair removal?
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What keeps the hair from growing back? How does the laser target just the hair, and not the skin?

Is Laser Hair Removal painful?
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Does it hurt more when used in certain areas of the body?

What is the condition and treatment for short thick hairs that appeat to be blackheads (but are not) on your nose?
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I have a client with hairs on the sides of his nose that look like blackheads but are short, coarse hairs. what is the condition and how can it be treated? Preferably without electrolisis or laser...

Are the lasers used in laser hair removal the same as those used for tattoo removal?
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Will using a laser hair removal laser near my tattoo remove or affect it? I don't want my tattoo to fade but the hair nearby it is thick and i'd like to have it removed.

Does your hair color effect the effectiveness of Laser Hair Removal?
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I have heard that Laser Hair Removal may not be as effective on lighter color hair (e.g. red or blonde hair). Is this true? If so, what makes it less effective?

With laser hair removal will dark spots be removed as well?
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Will the dark spots go away? And does the hair never grow back once you get the treatment?

How many sessions are required for upper lip and chin hair removal?
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How many sessions are typically needed for upper lip and chin hair removal?

Laser Hair Removal for Facial Hair
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I have facial hair. I was young when I first noticed and started shaving it so of course it has gotten worse to the point I have to shave everyday. Does this procedure work on faces and is it safe?