THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF LASER HAIR REMOVAL

Laser hair removal has gained popularity over the past few years and it’s an effective and permanent solution for unwanted hairs on the body. As a result of its popularity many people are now seeking out the service, but if you have never had laser hair removal before you have any queries in your mind. Simplicity Laser before it’s important that you understand some of the do’s and don’ts to follow both before, during, and after your treatment.

PREPARING FOR YOUR TREATMENT

The most important thing as you get ready for your laser hair removal treatment is that your skin is healthy and undamaged and you have roots so the laser has something to target and then will stop the hair follicle from growing hair again.  

DO:

• Wear sunblock with SPF 30 or higher if you are planning to be in the sun within a week of your treatment.  
• Shave the area that you plan to have laser hair removal treatment on the night before you’re headed for treatment. This help to make sure that the laser has a target, the root, in the hair follicle.
• Limit time outdoors (to minimize sun exposure)
• Protect your skin from sun exposure and use SPF 30 or higher on the areas you are going to be treated for at least two weeks prior to your treatment.
• Use soothing products such as Aloe Vera.

DON’T:

• Avoid to go to the tanning beds or get sunburned. 
• Avoid the use of heavily perfumed lotions or creams prior to the treatment.
• Wax, bleach, or pluck the hairs in the area where you are getting laser treatment. The way laser treatments at Simplicity Laser work is by targeting the root of the hair follicle, destroying the hair follicle so it won’t grow in the future. 
• Do not shave, wax or use any other form of epilation in between treatments.
• Do not use any fake tan for at least 2 weeks prior to treatment.
• Do not wear tight clothing or clothing with zips that may rub the skin
• Do not have a hot shower, go into the hot water or do excessive exercise for 6-8 hours post-treatment.
• Do not pluck hairs that are not shedding. You will feel resistance when doing so. Cut such hairs only.

It’s important to understand that laser hair removal is different for everyone. But everyone should be prepared to get several treatments over a period of time. Hair grows in different cycles and at different rates so one treatment won’t rid you of all your unwanted hair. For more information visit KEMPS SKIN Clinic, Vaishali, Ghaziabad, it is the best clinic in DELHI/NCR for laser hair removal and to get started your laser hair removal treatment, please make a prior appointment.

Vitiligo, Its symptoms and treatment.

Vitiligo is a disorder in which white patches of skin appear on different parts of the body. This happens because the cells that make pigment (color) in the skin are destroyed. These cells are called melanocytes. Vitiligo can also affect the mucous membranes and on the eye.

Vitiligo: A Common Cause of Loss of Skin Pigment

Melanin is the pigment that gives the skin its characteristic color. Vitiligo is caused by a loss of pigment in the skin, due to the destruction of pigment-forming cells known as melanocytes. Although vitiligo affects all races equally, it is more noticeable in dark-skinned people. Vitiligo can cause cosmetic problems.   

Who is affected by vitiligo?

Many people develop it in their twenties, but it can occur at any age. The disorder affects all races and both sexes equally, however, it is more noticeable in people with dark skin.

People with certain autoimmune diseases (such as hyperthyroidism) are more likely to get vitiligo than people who don't have any autoimmune diseases. Scientists do not know why vitiligo is connected with these diseases. However, most people with vitiligo have no other autoimmune disease.

Vitiligo may also run in families. Children whose parents have the disorder are more likely to develop vitiligo. However, most children will not get vitiligo even if a parent has it.

What are the symptoms of vitiligos?

White patches on the skin are the main sign of vitiligo. These patches are more common in areas where the skin is exposed to the sun. The patches may be on the hands, feet, arms, face, and lips. Other common areas for white patches are:

• The armpits and groin (where the leg meets the body)
• Around the mouth
• Eyes
• Nostrils
• Navel
• Genitals

What causes vitiligo?

The cause is not known. Vitiligo may be an autoimmune disease. These diseases happen when your immune system mistakenly attacks some part of your own body. In vitiligo, the immune system may destroy the melanocytes in the skin. It is also possible that one or more genes may make a person more likely to get the disorder.

Some researchers think that the melanocytes destroy themselves. Others think that a single event such as sunburn or emotional distress can cause vitiligo. But these events have not been proven to cause vitiligo.

How is vitiligo treated?

Treatment may help make the skin look more even. The choice of treatment depends on:

• The number of white patches
• How widespread the patches are
• The treatment the person prefers to use.

Some treatments are not right for everyone. Many treatments can have unwanted side effects. Treatments can take a long time, and sometimes they don't work.

Current treatment options for vitiligo include medical, surgical, and other treatments. Most treatments are aimed at restoring color to the white patches of skin.

Medical treatments include:

• Medicines that you take by mouth
• Medicines (such as creams) that you put on the skin
• A treatment that uses medicine plus ultraviolet A (UVA) light.
• Removing the color from other areas so they match the white patches.

Surgical treatments include:

• Tattooing small areas of skin.
• Skin grafts from a person's own tissues. The doctor takes the skin from one area of a patient's body and attaches it to another area. This is sometimes used for people with small patches of vitiligo.

For vitiligo treatment, you may consult to Dr. Manju Keshri Senior Dermatologist at KEMPS Skin Clinic, Vaishali Ghaziabad. She has experience of treating Vitiligo and provide you best consultancy & treatment regarding this.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Some of the most typical skin issues that laser skin treatment remedies are scars and blemishes from sun damage, acne, chicken pox, and age. The skin rejuvenation procedures can even your skin tone if you suffer from birthmarks, rosacea, liver spots or a yellow or gray complexion. Much of time laser skin resurfacing is done to contour facial fine lines and wrinkles. Laser skin resurfacing is a popular cosmetic procedure that can help rejuvenate the skin and reduce the effects of the sunburn, aging, and some facial skin disorders. These treatments are effective, & convenient and less costly.

How skin resurfacing works  

Dermatologist uses a laser to send pulsating beams of light at skin irregularities. The damaged layer of skin is removed; the skin below, the dermis, is heated, stimulating new growth of collagen fibers. Once healed, the skin will appear firmer and smoother.  

The two most popular skin rejuvenation treatments are CO2 laser resurfacing and Erbium laser resurfacing. CO2 or carbon dioxide uses ultra pulse continuous light to remove damaged skin. This method is best for deeper scarring or blemishes. Recovery time for CO2 procedures is up to two weeks. Erbium laser treatment is commonly used for surface and shallow lines and wrinkles. The Erbium technique’s benefit is a minimal healing time, about one week; however, the results may be limited for more severe cases of facial imperfections.

A partial laser skin resurfacing procedure typically takes 30 to 45 minutes and a full treatment can take up to two hours. Both of these lasers help to minimize the potential for laser skin resurfacing complications by limiting the amount of heat damage to the skin and offering the cosmetic surgeon an extremely high level of precision. Your physician will help you prepare for a beneficial laser skin resurfacing recovery.

Benefits:

• A laser peel can be performed to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, age spots, birthmarks, and blotchy patches on the skin.
• It can also improve the skin's overall texture which can become rough and coarse as a result of accumulated sun damage. 
• Deep laser skin rejuvenation can stimulate the production of new collagen in the lower dermis.
• A laser skin resurfacing procedure can also be employed for removing skin growths such as moles and warts, and even as a treatment for skin cancer in its earliest stages

Side Effects:

Some side effects may arise after laser Skin Resurfacing among certain patients. However, these are usually relatively minor and should fade away in a short time. Common side effects include redness of the skin, swelling of the treated area, and moderate irritation similar to the feeling produced by a mild sunburn. In rare cases involving laser skin resurfacing, side effects such as burning, scarring, or a change in the pigmentation of the skin have occurred. During a consultation with a trained dermatologist, patients will review potential risks and discuss the likelihood of complications developing for them.

Before going to laser Skin Resurfacing Dr. Manju Keshari (Senior Dermatologist KEMPS Skin Clinic, Vaishali advised that you must consult your Dermatologist and check about skin allergy and other effects of it.