Our looks are a valuable commodity. Attractiveness plays an important role in personal relationships, career prospects and confidence, which is why more Americans are being proactive about fulfilling their cosmetic goals.
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, there has been a marked rise in elective surgeries in recent years. Americans spent a record $13.5 billion on cosmetic treatments last year – a 39 percent increase since 2011.
Body hair removal is the third most popular nonsurgical treatment in the United States, with a total of 1.1 million procedures per year.
Do you have questions about permanent hair removal in Washington, D.C.? Contact Radiance Medspa to discuss your cosmetic goals.
Our spa operates under the supervision of a medical doctor. We combine state-of-the-art medical treatments with soothing spa comforts. Call 202-483-0008 to schedule a body hair removal appointment.
What Are the 6 Skin Types – and Which Lasers Work Best for Them?
Hair removal lasers target pigments, so the best device for your laser hair removal treatment will depend on your skin type and hair color. It is crucial that your doctor or therapist uses the correct type of laser for your complexion; otherwise, there is a risk of complications such as skin damage and burns.
The six types of skin color defined by the Fitzpatrick scale are:
- Highly Sensitive: Always burns, never tans – such as red hair with freckles;
- Very Sun Sensitive: Burns easily, tans minimally – such as fair-skinned Caucasians;
- Sun Sensitive: Sometimes burns, slowly tans to light brown – such as darker Caucasians;
- Minimally Sun Sensitive: Burns minimally, tans to moderate brown – such as Hispanic;
- Sun-Insensitive Skin: Rarely burns, tans well – such as Middle Eastern; and
- Sun-Insensitive: Never burns, deeply pigmented, such as African-Americans.
Speak to your medical professional about the device he or she plans to use for your hair removal procedure before treatment.
Here is a quick guide to the lasers that may be appropriate for your skin type:
- Alexandrite lasers (including GentleMAX, Apogee Elite and Apogee MPX) are best for skin types 1 to 3;
- Diode lasers (including LightSheer, F1 Diode, MeDioStar and Palomar SLP 1000) are best for skin types 1 to 4;
- And Nd:YAG lasers (including CoolGlide, GentleYAG, Lyra-i and Sciton) are best for skin types 5 and darker.
Although laser hair removal has become one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the United States, it can cause unintended side effects if the practitioner makes a mistake. The best way to avoid complications is to consult a reputable clinic.
If you have questions about permanent hair removal in Washington, D.C., contact a medical professional trained in body hair removal at Radiance Medspa. We will customize your treatment plan to fulfill your specific cosmetic goals.
Our top priority is patient safety, and we focus on personalized, results-oriented treatments. Call 202-483-0008 to schedule a consultation.