The laser causes controlled damage to hair follicles, causing them to go into shock temporarily. While in shock, the follicles do not generate hair. About three to six treatments are recommended over three years for the best results. Hair will eventually return but may not do so for 2-4 months in most people (really lucky people will go for 6-12 months without re-growth).. When hair returns, it is usually thinner and lighter, with (typically) 75% reduction in hair growth. Arrested hair growth following six treatments has been reported but should not be expected. (more…)
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Tuesday, July 8th, 2008How To Get Rid Of Acne Scars
Monday, June 30th, 2008Suffering from acne is something that most people face at some point in their lives. If you are lucky, you go through the oily-faced teenage years with the occasional pimples to deal with. But for many, acne can be severe enough (cystic acne) to leave permanent scars that stay with you the rest of your life. We’ve all seen people will heavily pock-marked skin - not a pretty sight. So while your first goal should be to treat existing acne to reduce the potential for scarring, you may still be seeking treatment for removing acne scars you already have. How can acne scars be removed? There are a number of treatments available for getting rid of acne scars - things like laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, chemical peels, etc. In this guide, we will take a look at these and other treatment options, find out how much they cost, how effective they are, and more. (more…)