Sorry, RV, your dermo doesn't know what he/she is on about in regards to Laser. But 99% don't. Laser can only temporarily help with acne. It's a side effect that many women note when having it (Laser) done on the face, during treatments only. But the hair usually comes back too as Laser is not appropriate for the face. Laser Therapy to actually treat acne/hyperpigmentation is a totally different kind.
LOL, my derm never said that laser was a permanent fix for acne. I'm aware that it's temporary. I went for my pigmentation that resulted from acne and it has helped with that. Yes, I was informed that hair removal is one of the side effects for the acne. I never said that the laser used for the acne/pigmentation would be the same kind that will be used for hair. I meant laser therapy in a broad way and to say that I about it when I went for the acne treatment. Laser therapy for darker skins can be a bit risky.....and requires the assessment of a professional. And there are different types of lasers and they have various functions. What works for one person may not for another. Usually conditions like acne require a holistic approach (cleaning your face right, reducing stress, using right products, eating healthy, vitamins, etc) to maintain the skin.
Sorry, RV, your dermo doesn't know what he/she is on about in regards to Laser. But 99% don't. Laser can only temporarily help with acne. It's a side effect that many women note when having it (Laser) done on the face, during treatments only. But the hair usually comes back too as Laser is not appropriate for the face. Laser Therapy to actually treat acne/hyperpigmentation is a totally different kind.
LOL, my derm never said that laser was a permanent fix for acne. I'm aware that it's temporary. I went for my pigmentation that resulted from acne and it has helped with that. Yes, I was informed that hair removal is one of the side effects for the acne. I never said that the laser used for the acne/pigmentation would be the same kind that will be used for hair. I meant laser therapy in a broad way and to say that I about it when I went for the acne treatment. Laser therapy for darker skins can be a bit risky.....and requires the assessment of a professional. And there are different types of lasers and they have various functions. What works for one person may not for another. Usually conditions like acne require a holistic approach (cleaning your face right, reducing stress, using right products, eating healthy, vitamins, etc) to maintain the skin.
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Ok, if you want to do it like this:
^ On a more serious note, I use an epilator. It removes the hair from the roots and leaves your skin smoother for a longer time. It's similar to waxing.
Laser is also an alternative. I went to my dermatologist for acne.....and out of curiosity I asked her about laser hair removal as it was one of the services offered. And she said that Asian (especially desi) people tend to have more hair and require a greater number of sessions to permanently remove the hair.One of the benefits of laser therapy is that it will also get ride of any hyperpigmentation (darkening of skin) especially in the underarms and other areas that may have resulted from the chemicals of hair-removing creams.
Yes, we have more hair but the hair that can be treated by Laser (coarse and dark) will not require more treatments. In fact it is dispatched quickly in very few treatments, especially with the Yag laser used on our skin tones. All the fine, dark, body hair we have that makes us look so much more hairy than our European counterparts will mostly be left unaffected no matter how many treatments one has. This is to do with the Yag wavelength and treatment energies that can be used without causing burning. This is a run on from the previous statement which is why it is problematic. Lasers for hair removal can CAUSE hypo-pigmentation. Laser therapy for hyper-pigmentation is different.
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Are you kidding me...... THAT**** is like the BEST way to do it!!!!!!! ****LOL!!!
I don't recall using co*lor* in my original post in this thread (can't believe I forgot!). However......as the saying goes, "Imitation is the best form of flattery." Haai....thank you soooo much!****
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I'm kidding, lol, it was only meant in fun. Stoppit, my intention behind my posts is not "RV is right and everyone is wrong." I don't even know you. Even in the medical field, there are varying opinions on drugs and treatments.
Yes, you're right, there are various types of lasers with varying wavelengths. I've been treated with the Yag and the V-beam. I didn't go to the derm specifically for hair. And yes, I'm aware that laser treatment can make your skin sensitive to the sun for a time period, leading to pigmentation....especially if you don't take the necessary precautions. I'm not a derm.....my knowledge is limited on the subject. I only suggested laser as a general suggestion for hair removal like all the other suggestions (waxing, epilating, etc). I didn't specify the type of laser treatment best used for hair removal. I never said that one method was the best because everyone responds differently to treatments. Plus I'm only saying what I was told by term, it's possible that I've misinterpreted her explanation. We're just listing GENERAL possibilities and the creator of this thread can consult a derm and find out more info about the treatments to make an informed decision. No hard feelings, :)
And, I do agree.....that the "husband" should try to be more flexible.
^fair enough. but that is partly my point. most dermatologists strangely enough have very limited knowledge in regards to Laser Hair Removal and Electrolysis.
In fact some of the worst treatment cases I have heard of have come from people who have had Laser treatments at clinics connected to their derms. You guys pay privately to see a derm and then they tell you that you needs lots of treatment to solve your problem... and guess what, they have just the solution for you!
It is important to research oneself but I would advise anyone to not rely on what your dematologist tells you and do your own research. In fact, I would be wary of any derm that suggests laser hair removal on the face instead of electrolysis, as it just goes to show their limited knowledge in this area.
^ My derm doesn't charge me if the treatment has not proved results fast enough for her liking. So, Alhudmdolillah, I'm lucky in that regard. I do find it interesting that certain skin tones are not able to tolerate various treatments. Such as darker skin tones tend to more sensitive to laser. My derm is Caucasian, however, there is also a good desi derm, who uses laser (Fraxel, I think) to treat acne and other skin issues. She's suffered from acne herself and has had success with it. Yes, research should be done in advance........reviews should be read......so you know what questions to ask the doctor. Anyhow, I hope the poster finds something that works for her.
wow there's a lot of information here now ehehe well for now m sticking to waxing my legs and arms threading my face waxing the privates and bleaching the tummy and ack...but at some point in intend to get laser on underarms legs n privates ...i didnt realize there was laser treatment for acne..i think i might do that too since i have lotta acne on my back and also face sometimes suffers from acne
Just do some research about laser treatment (for hair or skin) before going to the derm so you know what questions to ask. There are various types of lasers for acne........and you do need to wear sunscreen.....especially for several weeks following treatment because your skin will be more sensitive to the sun and has the potential to become discolored if you're not careful.
these days u can buy in home laser systems. i hav heard gr8 reviews abt Tria Laser hair . its costly n slow process but u buy it once n it lasts long time. which is way cheaper than several visits to laser clinics. also its not painful. han't tried for myself though.
i'm using epilator n find it works gr8 for me. for ingrown u need to exfoliate which is much better coz dry brushing is gr8ly recommended for skin so u get double benefts :)
for back of course u need someones help.
(1) ugh no. it's all hype created by the manufacturers. there is no real evidence that the tria or anything like it provides permanent destruction of follicles. and if one understands how Laser works to disable the follicle, one would never expect a home system to provide results. it's not physically possible.
(2) you are lucky. many get the kind of ingrowns that no amount of exfoliation will fix as they are deep in the skin and the only evidence is that one will get a painful spots.
i went for a consultation to have laser done on the sides of my face but the lady said no. ive never removed the hair from there so its very fine and she said tht laser can only work on coarse hair. she also said that its not really suitable for asian skin as i could end up developing pigmentation. she showed me a few examples of asian women who went ahead with treatments and then developed pigmentation. another thing that put me off was that in between treatments u cannot remove hair from the roots and that would mean shaving!! there is absolutely no way on earth i would shave the sides of my face...eeek!
(1) ugh no. it's all hype created by the manufacturers. there is no real evidence that the tria or anything like it provides permanent destruction of follicles. and if one understands how Laser works to disable the follicle, one would never expect a home system to provide results. it's not physically possible.
(2) you are lucky. many get the kind of ingrowns that no amount of exfoliation will fix as they are deep in the skin and the only evidence is that one will get a painful spots.
lots of prodcts used proffesionally are converted into affordable home-use versions. so its not totally impossible. however one should chk reviews n make use of money back guarantees. i just don't hav patience for laser work. its not as quick as other methods.
^professionally done, it's very effective on coarse hair and more importantly, it is permanent. anyone who has had it done on the appropriate areas can tell you how effective and worth doing it is.
whilst your statement may be true for other products, it is totally impossible for Laser. the physics of the Lasers that can actually destroy follicles, just can't be made into a 'home version'. it gives people unfounded hope and wastes time and money.
i hav read several others on other sites. i’m convinced it does work (may be not as strong as professional ones but then compare costs n ease too) however needs lots of time n patience esp with hairy ppl like us. the battery has to be charged n process done in several intervals. thats y i dropped my idea of buying it n sticking with my epi. but anyone thinking laser n don’t hav a fortune to spend on it should def giv this thing a try. they hav 30 days money back guarantee as far as i know.
^Mabrook, I have read all the reviews. These are exactly the kind of examples I'm talking about in regards to the companies viral advertising.
Stop using it and the hair returns. There is no permanency. And there are plenty of independent reviews saying it doesn't work.
By all means, if one has the money and time to waste, try it out. It's not comparable to real Laser treatments in any way though. If it was, many more people would have heard about it and be using it as Tria and Silkn have been around for a while now.
In fact, on the Laser removal boards I frequent, their merits are discussed. As temporary hair removal devices. There's no debate about it.
Well firstly you need to know a little about Laser and what type is appropriate for your skin. See if there are any recommendations on the internet. If not, call up some clinics and check what machine they are using.
When you got for a consultation it's best to go prepared and know what you should be expecting and what they should tell you, you will then know if anything they tell you sounds fishy or if they avoid telling you about side-effects or that they can treat any areas that aren't really suitable. Have a test patch, if the hair sheds after 2-3 weeks and 8-12 weeks later the growth is patchy, it's worked.
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Its perfectly ok. It has nothing to do with immaturity of a guy. There are many women who dont like hairy men..and then there are those who like the other way around. I think you should get waxing done on your stomach but leave the back if bleach can help.
Excuse me?! Why bring ego in each and everything? I don’t thing that is gonna help a marriage survive.
I am sure when there is not enough time, the spouse would understand but that doesnt mean WHEN you have the time to look after yourself you don’t just because you think you won’t be able to keep up with it.
p.s I can understand during pregnancies or kids exams perhaps the mothers dnt get enough time but that is not gonna happen 24/7.
What’s there to be depressed about? Believe me! I don’t think waxing can hurt anyone as much as it hurts me, lols i literally get stressed out 2 days prior to my waxing appoinments but does that stop me? NO! Because i understand its imp part of my hygiene as well as it feels good. I think you are married and you have all the more reasons to actually want to get it done yourself.
I agree.
I think back doesnt hurt that much, atleats on me it perhaps hurt alot less than legs. It may be different for you but give it a try and i am sure it wont be that bad. As for stomach, i think most dont have much hair on it so you can get the obvious ones waxed maybe?