The laser pubic hair removal process is more or less the same for men and women; it consists on beaming the pubic area with a high energy laser beam for a very short time. This energy is soaked up by the dark pigment present in the hair follicles, neutralising their ability to grow and stopping them from thickening. The laser beams attack pigments, so the lighter the skin, the less damaged it gets. However, the damage received in the skin is not permanent, even if the treated area is large. Removing pubic hair by laser doesn't normally cause pain, but just a little discomfort. If you have very delicate skin in your pubic area, you should consider using a mild topical anesthetic to reduce the discomfort, but it is most likely not required.

The Different Types of Laser Pubic Hair Removal

There are several types of laser hair removal techniques available. For instance, many people decide to eliminate all of their pubic hair, while others decide to leave a small portion of hair, therefore performing a partial pubic hair removal. Whether it is a complete removal or a partial one, the process is the same.

There are many types of lasers used to remove hair like Nd:YAG, Pulsed diode array, Aragon laser, Ruby laser and Alexandrite laser. Argon and Ruby lasers are not being used anymore because their wavelength is unsafe for the skin. Of all the lasers mentioned, the most effective one is the Alexandrite laser, but it is not very useful unless you have very light skin. The pulsed diode array laser is used for medium-colored skin while Nd:YAG is used for more tanned skin.

Pricing and Sessions Required for Laser Pubic Hair Removal

Laser hair removal professionals normally charge from $200 to $600 per session, although there are some factors that will influence the actual prices. The number of sessions necessary to permanently halt hair growth depends on the hair color/skin color combo of the patient, being each session much more effective if the person has a very light skin and black or very dark brown hair. The closer to this combo, the lower number of sessions it will take. It takes approximately 4 sessions at a cost of around $2000 to complete the whole process.

Side Effects of Laser Pubic Hair Removal

The treated skin area may become red and sore after each laser session. It feels like a slight sunburn and usually lasts for a few days. You may apply some topical cream to reduce discomfort. You must also avoid prolonged sun exposure for 6 weeks after your treatment to prevent further damage to the treated skin area.

The Problem with Permanent Pubic Hair Removal...

The main advantage of laser hair removal can be a disadvantage depending on which angle you look at it. You will not be able to style your pubic hair again because you will no longer have hair in your pubic area. Some people choose to preserve only a small chunk of pubic hair by choosing to remove pubic hair only on the bikini zone and areas that will be exposed outside their tiniest swimsuit or undies.

If you can afford the high cost and the slight inconvenience, you will never have to shave or wax again! You will be able to say goodbye to pubic pimples, pubic ingrown hairs and razor bumps. However, please be 100% sure that this is what you desire for there is no turning back once you permanently remove your pubic hair with laser.

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Natalie Williams is the founder of HairRemovalHaven.com - A site on everything to do with pubic hair removal. She uses the Body Bare shaver to shave her pubes as she can't bring herself to permanently remove them.