After daily battles with stubble and razor burn, you might desire to permanently rid yourself of body hair. One of the more permanent methods to achieving smooth skin is laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is widely available in dermatologist’s offices and medical spas throughout the country. During the procedure, a concentrated beam of light and heat is focused on the follicles. Each follicle absorbs the light and heat, which damages the follicle and prevents it from growing back. In a series of four to six sessions spaced four weeks apart, follicles over an area of skin are destroyed. The question that most people ask themselves before committing to the process is, “how long does laser hair removal last?”
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