Arm laser hair removal

From the shoulder to the hand , this is the arm area and laser hair removal represents a solution capable of taking care of this entire part of the body.

But it is especially at the level of the lower legs that the hairiness can become annoying and motivate a consultation for permanent hair removal. Indeed, the forearms can hardly be concealed on a daily basis, whether in professional life, during sports activities or in the private sphere. During the summer season, the hairiness of the forearms is likely to cause particularly significant discomfort.

Thanks to laser hair removal, the time saved is considerable, especially for our patients whose hair cycle is rapid. But still, laser hair removal protects against unsightly irritation and regrowth that can be caused by shaving or electric epilators.

Certain medical conditions are the cause of pathological hyperpilosity : hypertrichosis, hirsutism or certain medications. Your dermatologist will take the time to check each of your backgrounds before determining if you are eligible for laser hair removal treatment .

Laser hair removal can be the ideal solution for athletes. Indeed, some athletes, such as professional swimmers, may see their performance affected by the presence of hair on their arms. Similarly, during muscle and joint massages, hairiness can be a nuisance for cyclists or rugby players, for example.

Laser hair removal is a medical procedure that is supervised by a doctor. Some situations contraindicate this act:

• If you want to laser epilate a tattooed area , you should know that the pigments of your tattoo can be damaged.
• Pregnant and/or breastfeeding women cannot benefit from this treatment. As a precaution, it will be necessary to reschedule a laser hair removal treatment.
• If your skin has recently been exposed to the sun, laser hair removal is not immediately possible. Tanned skin is at risk of burns or skin lesions and you have to wait to find your usual complexion.
• Taking photosensitizing drugs is prohibited during the days preceding your session. This is why we insist on the importance of providing us with all your medical history, so that we can then advise you as best we can.
• If you have skin lesions on your arms, a dermatological treatment must be carried out before your laser hair removal.

Our team of dermatologists personalize your treatment whenever necessary. The session protocol will be adapted according to your needs.
The day before each laser hair removal session, the area to be treated must be shaved.

At Skin Marceau in Paris , our experience and state-of-the-art technical equipment allow us to treat all parts of the body and face. Your dermatologist adapts the laser parameters according to your needs. His presence on site also allows him to intervene at any time during the session in order to guarantee your safety and the effectiveness of the treatment.

We use the Lutronic Clarity II laser, the latest innovation in laser hair removal. The Alexandrite laser is suitable for light phototypes and for dull to dark skin , the Nd Yag laser is now the best alternative.

Laser hair removal is not painful but rather unpleasant, this depends on the sensitivity of each patient and we always suggest the application of an anesthetic cream beforehand. After your session, a healing cream is prescribed to reduce redness and accelerate healing.

Depending on the exact area to be waxed (forearms, hands, the whole arm), the duration of the session can vary from about ten minutes up to 45 minutes. We practice arm laser hair removal for our female and male patients .

Exposure to the sun is prohibited after your sessions, as are sources of heat such as hammams and saunas . Intense physical activities should also be avoided.

Photoprotection with a sunscreen with an appropriate index is essential.

The principle of laser hair removal is based on selective photothermolysis: a light beam transformed into heat will destroy the bulb in the hair follicle. Traditional hair removal methods such as shaving, waxing or the use of depilatory creams have no action on this bulb.

It is important to note that the effectiveness of laser hair removal depends on the growth phase of the hair, called the anagen phase of the hair cycle. Only about 20% of the hair follicles are active at the same time, which is why several laser hair removal sessions are necessary to obtain satisfactory results. Little by little, the hairs grow back finer and thinner, fewer and fewer, until they no longer grow back at all. The number of sessions required will depend, among other things, on your age and your initial hair growth. For permanent depilation of the arms , it takes about 7 sessions, ideally spaced 6 weeks apart. Up to 90% of arm hair is permanently removed after your sessions are over.

If you have white, blond or red hair, laser hair removal is not the most appropriate solution for you. The melanin normally targeted by the laser beam is present in fairly small quantities in these light hairs, so laser hair removal will not be effective. In this case, electric hair removal is a better solution.

Rates are available in the table below:

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