Root Causes of Excessive Arm Hair Growth
There are many factors that cause excessive arm hair growth. Some of these factors are why male arm hair removal is almost as popular as arm hair removal for women.
Genetics
It is influenced by genetics. If one of your parents has thick hair, your arm hair density will be affected.
Puberty
Ever noticed how puberty brings on a lot of body hair? Frustrating as it seems, it is only a result of minor adolescence changes.
Hormones
Now, a lot of the time, even pregnancy or menopause can lead to increased arm hair growth. This is due to fluctuations in hormones.
Ethnicity
Another factor could be race or ethnicity. Some ethnic backgrounds naturally have more prominent or thicker arm hair which could be hard to remove with waxing or shaving.
Medical Causes
Certain medications or conditions like PCOS in women can trigger excessive hair growth on arms.
The Science Behind Arm Laser Hair Removal
Understanding how this treatment works, the knowledge of its causes and procedure is necessary to help choose the best option for body hair.
Our body hair grows in cycles and there are three main stages or phases: Anagen, Catagen, and Telogen. Anagen is the growth phase for hair follicles and best suited for Arm Laser Hair Removal. During the active hair growth, laser beams are able to directly impact the melanin in the hair follicles. As the hair follicles get destroyed due to the laser's heat, arm hair growth is effectively delayed.
Anagen Phase
The active growth phase where laser treatment is most effective. The laser targets melanin in the hair follicle, destroying it at the root.
Catagen Phase
The transitional phase where hair stops growing and the follicle shrinks. Laser treatment has limited effectiveness during this phase.
Telogen Phase
The resting phase where old hair falls out. New hair will eventually grow, requiring additional laser sessions for permanent results.
What's interesting is that not all hairs are in the Anagen phase at the same time, therefore, you may need more than two-three sessions to target each hair follicle in its Anagen phase. Laser hair removal for arms uses this science of hair growth to provide you with permanent arm hair removal. This is a scientific process and needs several sessions to target hair in different growth phases, eventually resulting in significant hair reduction over time.
Aftercare and Maintenance Tips
To maintain your arm laser hair removal treatment results, follow these professional tips:
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Use sunscreen on treated arms after the arm laser hair removal treatment. It controls sun exposure, preventing any side effects like hyperpigmentation.
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Keep your skin hydrated helps maintain its health during the treatment process. Drink plenty of water and use recommended moisturizers.
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Avoid waxing or shaving two to three weeks before the treatment. Don't use any other alternative to remove arm hair before your session.
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Limit sun exposure pre-treatment. The advised time limit is seven-eight days before your appointment to prevent skin sensitivity.
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Moisturize well both pre-treatment and post-treatment to keep your arm skin in optimal condition. You may connect with our professionals for any product recommendations!
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Avoid hot showers for 24-48 hours post-treatment. It can irritate the treated skin resulting in irritation, redness and can even lead to hyperpigmentation.
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Schedule maintenance sessions as recommended by your consultant to maintain optimal results and keep your arms smooth long-term.
