Waxing or shaving frequently to keep that unwanted growth away! Does it sound too tedious and painful of a task? You might want to consider Laser Hair-Removal (LHR) to escape any such unwanted discomforts.

We, at Vardaan Clinic have one solution to all your hair removal problems. Be it waxing your legs, arms, underarms or any other region, LHR can help you avoid those frequent visits to a salon, especially considering the sanitization problems nowadays in the wake of novel coronavirus.

What is LHR?

Laser Hair-Removal is a medical technique to get rid of frequent hair growth on body. Also known as the laser therapy, during the procedure, high-heat laser beams are used to form mild radiation. In the process, the heating up of laser beams damage your hair follicles which are responsible for hair growth in the first place.

Hair follicles are present right below the skin and once they are destroyed, the hair production is temporarily disabled thereby resulting in no hair growth for sometime.

Laser-therapy is considered different from other methods of hair removal such as shaving, waxing, and tweezing because the latter methods remove hair from the surface without targeting the hair-producing follicles.

Duration of the procedure

LHR is a relatively fast process and the time of the procedure varies depending on the body part where you aim to get the procedure done. While LHR on your upper lips can be completed within a few minutes, it might take a while to perform the procedure on your legs, arms, chest, back, etc.

Dr. Jyoti Sharma ensures that during the procedure you don’t feel any kind of pain or discomfort, so while deciding about getting LHR, you need not worry about the in-procedure discomforts.

Once the procedure is complete, you might require atleast 3-4 more sessions to make the most of this procedure. This is because, the hair follicles repair easily and in order to slow down the hair growth, it is necessary to damage the follicles completely which can take more than a number of sessions. However, it varies from individual to individual.

After every session, you are likely to notice lighter texture of hair. The rate of reduction varies with every session of LHR.

Benefits of LHR

Laser therapy includes a number of benefits. Some of these benefits are-

1. Precision- Using lasers can help selectively target dark and coarse hair while leaving the surrounding skin undamaged.
2. Speed- A normal waxing session can take more than an hour every month while with LHR you can expect to stop those frequent visits in just 3-4 sessions. Every session takes considerably lesser time than other methods of hair removal.
3. Clearer and smoother skin

Preparing for LHR

For any procedure you are expected to prepare beforehand in order to avoid any unwanted after-effects. We, at Vardaan clinic suggest you to consider the following things before getting a Laser therapy-

1. Consult the doctor to ensure what procedure is best for you based on your medical history and other factors.
2. Avoid the sun- It is important to avoid getting directly into the sunlight before and after the treatment. So, consider going for a session while you have an upcoming long weekend or consecutive holidays.
3. Avoid any other hair removal treatments at least 4 weeks before getting a laser therapy for hair removal for best results and uninterrupted session.
4. Avoid going to the gym, saunas, hot bath and the likes after a laser therapy session as the heat inside your body from the laser might help the bacteria multiply leading to formation of spots on your body.
5. Discuss the cost of the procedure beforehand as it might be expensive for some people

Ensure any other kind of pre-requisites that might be necessary before an LHR. Ask your doctor.

In conclusion,

Though not a permanent solution, Laser Hair Removal can still be considered to be the best option to avoid unnecessary frequent hair growth on your body and once the hair regrow, it might be lighter in texture as compared to before.

However, it varies from person to person. While some people get to experience the results faster than others, some might have to take various sessions before seeing the results.

Talk to us about a laser therapy session today, as we, at Vardaan Clinic believe in providing the best advice and service to our patients.

Stretch Marks

Stretch marks refer to long and narrow skin coloured lines that appear on your body due to sudden stretching. They are considered to be extremely common amongst people and can occur due to sudden weight loss or weight gain in a specific region of our body.

The tendency of stretch marks is more in women than men. As per studies, over 50% of women experience stretch marks as a consequence of pregnancy and they can occur on various body parts such as arms, thighs, knees, lower back, etc.

It is a type of scar that occurs due to sudden change in our skin which causes the collagen and elastin (which considered to support our skin) to rupture. The healing of such ruptures is what causes appearance of stretch marks.

Who is at risk of stretch marks?

There are a certain conditions which can make you more prone to stretch marks such as-

1. Pregnancy
2. Pale skin
3. Genetic reasons
4. Being Overweight
5. Sudden or dramatic weight loss or weight gain
6. Using certain kind of medications (ask your doctor)

How to get rid of stretch marks?

There are certain methods which can help you get rid of those unwanted stretch marks easily and quickly.

1. Making them less noticeable: Using body makeup can be useful in hiding your stretch marks in unavoidable situations, however, it is not advisable as makeup doesn’t remove stretch marks and for that we, at Vardaan clinic always recommend medical solutions or home remedies.
2. Home remedies: Aloe vera (pure aloe vera is considered a natural healing agent), vitamin A (also known as retinoid, it helps make skin appear more smoother and youthful), sugar (helps in exfoliation and is considered a subtle reflection of microdermabrasion which a clinically proven method used by dermatologists), and coconut oil (has great healing properties)
3. Medical treatments: Several treatments can help in reducing and getting rid of stretch marks permanently. We, at Vardaan clinic provide a number of solutions which include-

• Tretinoin cream- It is a fibrous protein which helps in restoring collagen and improve skin elasticity. It is advisable to use this cream on recent stretch marks which are red or pink in color, however, never use this cream without prescription as it has some side effects such as skin irritation and likes.
• Microdermabrasion- It is a method in which skin is polished with tiny crystals in order to reveal new skin that is hidden under the more elastic stretch marks. This process helps improve the appearance of older stretch marks.
• Pulsed dye laser therapy- This is a procedure which helps in encouraging the growth of collagen and elastin. It is considered to be more helpful to individuals with newer stretch marks.
• Other treatments- Contact us and we will suggest you the best treatment for your stretch marks.

Can you prevent stretch marks?

According to studies, it is not possible to prevent stretch marks entirely. However, you can always take precautions to prevent them from occurring too easily. Maintaining a good diet, and exercising regularly can prevent sudden weight gain or weight loss which in turn will reduce the possibility of stretch marks.

If you are pregnant, you can always consult your doctor to know the right amount of weight gain which is healthy for you and your baby.

Apart from all this, it is always advisable to drink 6-8 glasses of water everyday.

In conclusion,

Stretch marks can appear to be bad on your body but they are temporary in nature and mostly never a cause of concern. Healthy diet and an active lifestyle goes a long way in preventing such marks.