If you’re tired of waxing, shaving, and tweezing to remove unwanted hair, laser hair removal may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Precise and safe, laser hair removal treatments kill hair follicles at their roots, leaving your skin hairless, soft, and smooth.

Think this might be the perfect solution for you? Below are three reasons why you might benefit from laser treatment:

• Dark & Coarse Hair: Dark, coarse hair can be frustrating to deal with whether you shave, wax, or tweeze. Some people are left with dark areas on their skin, even after they shave. Not to mention, it can be a pain waiting for your hair to grow out long enough to wax and tweez because the hair is dark and noticeable. Laser hair removal is a great choice for men and women alike who experience unwanted, coarse hair because it will eliminate the look of dark shadows on the skin.
• Prone to Ingrown Hairs: Ingrown hairs occur when the hair curls backwards or grows sideways into the skin, potentially causing an infection in the hair follicle. People with thick, curly hair are more prone to ingrown hairs, but they can happen to people with any hair and skin type. When you consistently have ingrown hairs, laser hair removal can be a lifesaver. 
• Self-Consciousness: Although it is merely caused by genetics and is nothing to be ashamed of, many people feel self-conscious about the places they grow hair or the types of hair they grow. This can be damaging to their self-esteem and could cause people to dislike parts of their body. Luckily, laser treatments are becoming more popular and easily accessible so you can remove unwanted hair from almost any part of your body.

If you’ve been considering laser treatments, contact the friendly, professional staff at David K. Hiranaka, MD, DMD, located in Kailua Kona, HI. A Harvard graduate and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Hiranaka offers both surgical and nonsurgical skin care treatments. For more information about the services he provides, contact his staff at (808) 326-2040 or visit them online.