Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal in Yangcheon-gu <Doctor’s Answer>

Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal in Yangcheon-gu

<Doctor’s Answer>

Laser hair removal in Yangcheon-gu

Hello.

I am Kim Jin-hyeon, chief director of You&I Clinic Mokdong Branch.

“ I heard laser hair removal is better than shaving every day.

Is that really true? “

“ How much does it hurt? Are there any side effects? “

If you are considering laser hair removal for the first time, it is natural to have many questions, from pain in each area to side effects such as pigmentation and how long hair removal lasts.

So today, I’d like to answer the frequently asked questions I often hear about laser hair removal.

If you want satisfying hair removal results, please take 3 minutes to read on.

Table of Contents

• What’s different if I start laser hair removal instead of shaving?

• I could tolerate arm hair removal, but why does the area around the philtrum hurt?

• I’m hesitating because of pigmentation

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What’s different if I start laser hair removal instead of shaving?

For people who shave daily or remove hair with waxing or hair removal cream, laser hair removal can be a convenient alternative.

Regular shaving only cuts hair at the surface, so the hair follicles remain and the hair starts growing back within one to two days.

Also, if you shave every day, your skin is exposed to friction and irritation, which increases the risk of pigmentation and folliculitis.

In the case of waxing, hair is pulled out from the root, so the duration may be relatively longer than shaving, but strong pain, the risk of folliculitis, and ingrown hair issues can follow.

Laser hair removal, however, works by targeting the melanin in the hair to destroy the follicles and suppress hair growth over a long period.

It is difficult to achieve perfect hair removal in one session, but with repeated treatments, most hair follicles are destroyed and irritation from shaving and similar methods can be prevented.

Because the follicles are removed in a way that does not cause major irritation to the skin, it can also help reduce pigmentation and skin troubles over the long term.

In general, treatments should be done every 4 to 6 weeks, considering the hair growth cycle, so it is recommended to plan about 4 to 6 months ahead of summer.

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I could tolerate arm hair removal,

but why does the area around the philtrum hurt?

Even with the same laser hair removal, pain during arm or leg treatments is often milder, while facial treatments can sometimes sting more strongly.

Of course, this varies from person to person.

But why does the same laser procedure feel different in terms of pain depending on the area?

This is related to skin thickness and nerve distribution.

The area around the philtrum or chin has relatively thin skin and a high density of nerve endings, so it can be more sensitive to pain.

However, the arms and legs have comparatively thicker skin, so people tend to feel less pain even when laser energy is applied.

It is also related to melanin content.

If the hair is thick and dark, laser absorption is higher and heat generation increases, which may lead to more pain.

Therefore, if pain is a major concern, we recommend consulting with the medical staff and carefully managing cooling and applying numbing cream.

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I’m hesitating because of pigmentation

Many people worry after hearing about pigmentation side effects when getting laser hair removal.

If your skin has already darkened from friction caused by shaving, laser hair removal may actually help.

If a razor blade brushes or scratches the skin surface every day, tiny areas of inflammation can occur, and when this accumulates, the risk of hyperpigmentation increases.

However, although the treatment itself can cause the epidermis to be affected by heat, leading to redness or scabbing, with proper care (cooling, moisturizing, and sun protection), it usually settles naturally.

If you receive laser treatment at a strong setting when your skin tone is darker or during times of greater outdoor exposure, pigmentation side effects can occur,

but if you meet an experienced medical professional and apply a customized plan, they can often be prevented sufficiently.

So, during the procedure, we recommend skin assessment and setting a customized plan, and after the procedure, thorough sun protection plus careful regeneration and moisturizing care.

In summary, laser hair removal can be a long-term solution that goes beyond simple hair removal and helps improve skin health and cosmetic satisfaction.

If you consider your hair thickness, color, skin condition, and target area together and work with an experienced medical professional to customize the number of sessions, intervals, and energy settings,

you can undergo satisfying hair removal while sufficiently preventing side effects.^^

This has been Kim Jin-hyeon, chief director of You&I Clinic Mokdong Branch.

Thank you.

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