Luxe Laser Hair Removal

DIY.

GOOD FOR HOME PROJECTS, BAD FOR LASER HAIR REMOVAL.

You wouldn’t use a blow dryer to dry your clothes, so why use a DIY laser to remove unwanted hair? Medical laser hair removal is the best and quickest way to get hair-free for good. If you’ve researched professional laser hair removal, you’ve likely heard of at-home DIY laser hair removal devices. But are they a flash of genius or a flash in the pan?

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Technology

Most DIY devices do not use an actual laser but intense pulsed light (IPL). Some other hand-held devices use diode lasers. The mechanism is similar to laser hair removal, but it’s less powerful and takes many more sessions for results.

Results

Some users see minimal results with at-home devices, which take many sessions and are rarely permanent. DIY devices’ unfocused, multi-wavelength light leads to patchy, inconsistent results. According to a study, IPL users saw only a 46-52% reduction in unwanted hair.

Safety

Remember, it’s DIY laser — you’re doing it yourself. You have to follow instructions and be diligent. There’s no medical oversight if something goes wrong. At-home devices may carry a high burn risk, particularly for those with darker skin tones or when used on or around tattoos, including removed tattoos. Most home devices Diode lasers don’t include eye protection and can cause ocular complications.

DIY laser hair removal devices can cause complications such as burning and blistering for darker skin tones.

Compatibility

Did you know some at-home devices shut off if your skin tone isn’t “compatible”? At-home devices often don’t work well on darker skin tones because they target pigment in the hair. Darker skin tones have more melanin, which can absorb the laser energy intended for the hair follicles.

Expediency

Imagine using a small DIY laser to cover every inch of your legs. These devices have limitations: frequent recharging, short cords, restricted reach, and limited treatment area size. Their low intensity makes it easy to overlook spots, particularly dormant follicles that aren’t visible, often resulting in incomplete results.

The Bottom Line

It’s your skin — don’t risk it. Most procedures involving your body shouldn’t be done on a whim in your bathroom. You could, but we don’t recommend it.

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