Laser Hair Removal for Blonde Hair

Laser hair removal is one of the latest cosmetic trends, but it is important to know all the facts before deciding to pursue this method of hair removal. For laser hair removal to be successful there are certain requirements that need to be met in terms of a person’s skin tone and hair color. Today I will talk about why laser hair removal does not work on blonde hair.

How Laser Hair Removal Works

Pigment is what creates color in the hair follicles. More pigment creates darker colors. The color determines how much light is absorbed. More is absorbed for darker color hair and less is absorbed for light color hair.  The more energy from light that is absorbed, the more heat that is created. This heat that is generated when the pigment absorbs the light energy, is what then destroys the unwanted hair.

Removal of Blonde Hair

Blonde hair has very little pigment. The laser beams cannot be absorbed well by the blonde pigment because the hair is too light in color and more light is reflected instead of absorbed. As a result, with little light being absorbed by the hair follicle, the laser cannot generate enough heat and, thus, is ineffective and cannot destroy the hair. This leaves many people with unwanted blonde hair and “peach fuzz” very frustrated because laser hair removal is not an option. But there is another option…

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Electrolysis for Blonde Hair!

Electrolysis works by targeting the root of the growth, the dermal papilla. It does not matter what color the hair is because electrolysis destroys the dermal papilla with current. This method of permanent hair removal has been around for over 125 years and is FDA approved.

Permanent hair removal for blonde hair

If you’ve got blonde hair, the struggle to find an effective hair removal method is real. Electrolysis, an FDA-approved method that ensures permanent hair removal, regardless of the cause or hair type. Yes, that includes blonde, red, and even gray hair. At Limoges Beauty in NYC, we’ve got your back, or should we say your hair!

Blond hair can be difficult to remove permanently. Like white and gray hair, blonde hair is low on melanin, rendering laser hair removal ineffective. While waxing, shaving, and creams are temporary solutions, laser hair removal doesn’t work for light-colored hair. Attempting home laser hair removal work on blonde-haired, light-skinned people poses significant risks. Most laser technology associated with hair removal relies on a contrast between the skin tone and hair pigment, and when that’s lacking, burns and other side effects including unwanted hair growth.

How does electrolysis work for permanent hair removal for blonde hair?

Electrolysis involves sending an electrical current through a hair follicle, damaging the blood supply of the hair, and preventing hair from regrowing altogether. This method is versatile and applicable to almost all body parts, including eyebrows, face, stomach, thighs, legs, and bikini area.

The best part? – Not only is electrolysis effective on white, gray, blond, and red hair, but it is as impactful on these colors as on black hair!

Now, the important question – how many sessions are needed?

Brace yourself; the answer is – it depends. The number of sessions required relies on factors like area size, hair density, and individual considerations like hormone levels. Typically, multiple sessions are needed, coming weekly or bi-weekly for the first several months. Each individual follicle needs to be treated several times. This process is necessary to ensure comprehensive coverage of hair in various growth phases. While other methods may lead to hair regrowth as they do not remove the hair follicle itself, what sets electrolysis apart is its permanent results.

Each session lasts between 15 to 60 minutes – perfect for even squeezing into your lunch hour.

How does it feel?

Most people experience a minor sensation or tingling when the needle goes into the follicle, and a gentle warming or prick while undergoing electrolysis. The level of discomfort varies based on sensitivity to pain, the targeted hair’s region and density, and the chosen electrolysis method.

Worried about pain? Topical anesthetic options are available for clients with more delicate skin.

While electrolysis is generally a safe procedure with minimal side effects, some may experience temporary reddening, swelling, or a light burning sensation. Consider these effects a natural part of the healing process that will vanish within a few hours.

In a world full of treatments bound by color, electrolysis is the color-blind hero your hair needs!

Schedule an appointment with Limoges Beauty in NYC to permanently remove excessive blonde hair.

 

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