Laser hair removal is a non-invasive procedure that works by selectively concentrating light energy in hair follicles. It is a comfortable process offered in most med spas. Depending on the areas treated, it can take anywhere from ten minutes to an hour. One session fits perfectly into the hustle and bustle of New York City. After each session, New Yorkers can slip right back into the hustle and bustle without worrying about the effects.

You might understand the process but have questions regarding laser hair removal and its necessity. Consider this comprehensive list of shaving-related facts and statistics:

• The human body has as much hair per square inch as a chimpanzee!
• 74 % of men and women are turned off by body hair.
• 65 % of women consider body hair to be a factor when choosing a spouse or partner.
• Close to 100 % of men prefer women to have clear, smooth skin.
• A woman’s total hair removal area is 18 times greater than a man’s.
• Women shave for an average of 54 years, between the ages of 13 and 67.
• In one lifetime, a woman will spend a total of 2 months shaving, use 2 bathtubs worth of hair removal cream and spend approximately $10,000.

Armed with that information, consider laser hair removal as an alternative. It is the # 1 non-invasive aesthetics treatment. The average lifetime cost of laser hair removal is $3000, compared to $10,000 for shaving and $23,000 for waxing. Those who undergo the process find it to be comfortable and report only tingly sensations. A small area takes about a minute. Large areas take up to an hour. After anywhere between 3 and 6 procedures, permanent hair loss is achieved.

Eureka is a NYC med spa that uses the MeDioSTAR Laser, which works up to 10 times faster than any other laser hair removal machine. Schedule an appointment every 6-8 weeks. After 6-8 of these sessions, you may need a touch up package with 8-12 week intervals until all hair is removed.

We offer free consultations so you can find out more about the services we offer and get a customized laser hair removal treatment for your skin tone and hair type. Our certified, trained professionals will help you learn more about our services and help you choose the right one.

Call  Eureka Body Care and Spa after 10:00 AM to set up a FREE CONSULTATION!

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Laser hair removal is an FDA-approved procedure. With complication rates under 1 percent, it’s one of the safest cosmetic treatments on the market today. There is no direct invasion, just the beam of the laser. Sounds like not much could go wrong, right?

Laser hair removal is effective because it can identify the melanin in hair follicles. However, hair follicles aren’t the only place where melanin is found—the skin itself contains melanin, which is what gives our complexion its tone. The richer in melanin the skin is, the darker the skin color. A high concentration of melanin in the skin increases the possibility for the laser to accidentally target the skin, resulting in burns and scars.

Can laser hair removal cause cancer?

There have been no documented cases of cancer linked to laser hair removal so far.
Unlike CT scans and X-rays, which use high-frequency ionizing radiation that goes through the body and can directly harm cells’ DNA, all laser hair removal machines are built to use non-ionizing radiation only. The energy emitted during a laser hair-removal procedure remains at the skin level and doesn’t cause any damage or changes to DNA.

Can laser hair removal cause infertility?

There is a notion that using laser hair removal to treat areas near reproductive organs can lead to some additional risks. However, this is false. The beams of light energy used in laser hair-removal treatments heat and destroy hair follicles only. They target the pigment in the skin and can’t reach anywhere near the internal organs. Even if they did, because of the nature of the beam, no harm could come to ovaries or other parts of the body. Laser hair removal has no effect on fertility.

How can you minimize the risks linked to laser hair removal?

• Make sure your physician has a license for laser hair removal. According to a JAMA Dermatology study from laser hair removal lawsuits filed between 2008 and 2012, 86 percent involved cases in which the procedures were conducted by non-physicians.
• Make sure your clinic offers the right type of laser hair-removal equipment for your skin color. Performing laser hair removal is more risky on darker skin, but there are laser hair-removal machines that are more precise when targeting melanin and thus less likely to cause burns or discoloration. If your clinic offers the same equipment for different skin types, nothing good will come of it.
• Everyone’s skin is different. Even if your doctor is qualified to perform laser hair removal, there is still a slight chance that you’ll get some side effects. The best way to ensure your safety is to test the laser beam on a small area of skin to see how your body reacts.

But exactly how painless is it?

Unlike shaving or waxing, the effects of which can last anywhere from a day to a week, laser hair removal lasts years. The treatment process involves a light source that emits a narrow beam of a defined wavelength which damages the hair follicle and stops its ability to grow hair. The sensation is most often described as something closely resembling the snap of a rubber band. While some find the heat from the laser to be nothing more than holding a hand near a hot curling iron, others report feeling a bit hotter than just a damp.

The variety of opinions stems from various factors that should be carefully take into account before deciding to go through with the procedure.

The intensity of pain during a laser hair removal session can depend on:

Treatment Area

Skin is our largest sensing organ but it’s not equally sensitive all over the body. Some areas simply have fewer cutaneous receptors than others, resulting in less pain when removing hair from those areas. More intimate areas, like the bikini line, hurt more.

Your Pain Tolerance
We’re all the same, yet we’re all very different. So is our perception of pain. Some can tolerate more and some less, it all depends on you. You might think you are good at enduring pain or the other way around, but keep in mind, you can have incredibly high pain tolerance for some things, whereas other things might “get under your skin” easily.

Treatment Equipment
This might come off as a surprise, but equipment plays a big role in how much your next laser hair removal procedure will hurt. The thing is that, as with other technology, laser hair removal machines are constantly being redesigned and upgraded to offer a better experience. New lasers come with an air-cooling feature, which allows the specialist to cool down the irritated skin mid-procedure. This helps reduce post-treatment redness and swelling.

Laser hair removal is  a beauty procedure. Nonetheless, you should make informed choices, especially because it involves your body and health. Consult with a specialist beforehand to gain a better understanding of the treatment, and then decide if it’s for you. Since many of the factors that can lead to a painful experience can’t be predicted that easily, it would be wise to start small. Try laser hair removal on a smaller area first. This way, if you are unhappy, you’ll save yourself from having to endure too much pain (or any at all) and wasting money!

Another thing you should probably know before booking an appointment:

Since laser hair removal is most effective on short visible hair, clients are required to shave the target area a few days in advance and allow stubble to grow back in time for the treatment. So your shaving days might not be over just yet!

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Body Hair Statistics

There is as much hair per square inch of human body as on a chimpanzee.
74% of women and men find body hair a turn-off.
For 65 % of women body hair impacts their choice of a spouse or partner.
Close to 100% of men prefer their partners to have a smooth and clear skin.

Benefits of Laser Hair Removal

It’s cost efficient
Average Lifetime Cost of a Laser hair removal is only $3,000. Compared to $10,207 spent on shaving &v$23,000 on waxing.
It’s comfortable
No skin irritation unlike shaving or waxing. Most people experience only a kind of tingling sensation.
It’s time efficient
Laser treatments can take as little as 1 minute per small area procedure and up to an hour for larger area procedure! 90% of people report permanent hair loss after 3-5 procedures.