LHR – Is It Permanent?

Laser hair removal is undoubtedly one of the most popular cosmetic treatments among women and men.

However, before embarking on their quest to achieve smooth and hair-free skin, patients often have a number of questions about the treatment:

How does laser hair removal work? Is laser hair removal right for me? LHR – Is it permanent?

Continue reading to learn all about laser hair removal, including what you can expect from the procedure and results from the No. 1 laser hair removal practice in Washington DC.

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser hair removal is a non-invasive treatment designed to eliminate unwanted hair from the face and body.

For many women and men, it is a more effective, convenient, and long-lasting alternative to shaving, waxing, or trimming.

During a LHR procedure, a handheld device delivers light-based energy to the targeted area.

This energy is absorbed by pigment in the hair follicle, converts to heat, and destroys the follicle’s growth center.

LHR – Is It Permanent?

Razor nicks, ingrowns, constant regrowth, and skin irritation prompt many patients to consider laser hair removal.

But before undergoing treatment, they often want to know: LHR- Is it permanent?

Following a series of treatments (usually six-to-eight), laser hair removal can yield up to an 80-90 percent reduction in hair growth.

However, because there are multiple phases of hair growth, it is impossible to destroy every single follicle.

Accordingly, patients may occasionally notice some sparse and fine regrowth that requires minimal maintenance.

It’s Critical to Seek an Experienced Provider

To assure safe, effective, and long-lasting laser hair removal results, you must find the right provider.

This involves seeking a board-certified dermatologist who has extensive experience with laser treatments and in-depth knowledge of skin anatomy and physiology.

At the same time, the LHR practitioner you choose should take care to tailor treatment to your skin’s unique makeup and anticipate how it will respond to a specific laser technology.

In the hands of an inexperience or unqualified technician, laser hair removal can lead to a variety of complications including unsatisfactory clinical outcomes, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, burns, and scarring.

Get Started with Laser Hair Removal

If you are interested in laser hair removal, please call our office today to schedule a consultation with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Eliot Battle.

Dr. Eliot Battle

CEO & Founder at Cultura Dermatology & Plastic Surgery

Dr. Eliot Battle, CEO of Cultura Dermatology, is a global leader in cosmetic dermatology and laser innovation. His Harvard research pioneered “color-blind” lasers, making treatments safe for all skin tones. A sought-after expert featured in TIME, Oprah, and The New York Times, he continues to advance inclusive, cutting-edge dermatological care.