If you're tired of shaving every day to keep up with your hair growth, it's time to consider new options. Laser hair removal is a procedure that beams light onto follicles of dark, coarse hair, creating smooth, hairless skin. While this procedure is an investment, and it may even seem scary, the many benefits it offers are quickly turning it into one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the United States.

Why Should You Invest in Laser Hair Removal?

1. Precision

Board-certified dermatologists have advanced training to treat skin with proper care, ensuring your procedure goes smoothly. Even if you want only a small area of hair to be targeted, it can be done without damaging your skin.

2. Fast Procedure

Each laser pulse takes a fraction of a second and treats an area the size of a quarter. This means that while the length of each treatment will depend on the area of the body you choose, it’ll never take long. The upper lip can take less than a minute, and the back or legs will only take up to an hour.

3. Long-Lasting Results

The results of waxing or shaving might only last for a few days or weeks. However, laser hair removal lasts for months, and the results can even be permanent. If the hair does grow back, it'll be lighter and less visible.

4. Easy Maintenance

With results that last for months at a time, you won't have to spend money on shaving accessories, pricey waxing appointments, and constant threading. Additionally, laser hair removal is relatively painless.

 

If you’re ready to get rid of your body hair for good, contact Fortson Dermatology & Skin Care Center in Anchorage. Dr. Jayne Fortson is a medical doctor who’s board-certified in dermatology and dermatopathology. She and her team of certified medical assistants, laser treatment experts, and clinical skin care specialists help residents throughout South Central Alaska improve their skin appearance and youthfulness. To schedule your appointment today, call (907) 563-3204.