A simpler way to distinguish the two is this: Depilation deals with hair removal methods that are temporary (such as shaving), while epilation has to do with the treatments that can produce both temporary and long lasting results, such as waxing, tweezing, and laser hair removal.

Laser hair removal works in a relatively straightforward manner. In the procedure, a beam of focused light is applied to the skin. This light, guided by the pigments present in hair, differentiates between the skin surface and the hair strand itself. Once it is locked on into the hair strand, it burns the hair follicle, causing permanent damage. The damaged hair follicle is then unable to grow more hair. At the very least, the procedure causes hair to grow much more slowly.

While a burned follicle may sound like a painful thing to endure, it produces only a slight stinging sensation in most patients. The pain is generally so weak that anesthesia or painkillers are not required. Even if you have a low tolerance for pain, laser hair removal is unlikely to make you suffer in any significant way.

The people most likely to benefit from laser hair removal are those with lighter skin tones coupled with dark hair colors. This is because the laser can more easily differentiate between the aforementioned factors when they the contrast is larger. If you have darker skin, or have lighter hair, do not expect to get the same results that other, light-skinned, dark-haired people do.

It is also best to temper your expectations somewhat. Laser hair removal will not always result on the permanent removal of hair; but it can most likely produce a permanent reduction in the hair growth. To ensure zero hair growth, you will probably have to kill all the hair follicles in the target area. This is prone to produce ugly scarring, not the effect you wanted in the first place. Neither should you expect your laser hair removal to be a one-shot deal. The truth is that you will probably have to come back a few times to get the full benefit of the treatment.

Because there are many factors that need to be considered, it is probably best if you see a licensed dermatologist before undertaking the procedure. The dermatologist will be able to run you through the advantages and disadvantages of the treatment. In any case, you will be more aware of the risks you are taking, whether it concerns your health or your finances.

Using the same treatments that help ugly scars vanish, the Laser Medical Centre gets rid of unsightly stretch marks by using one of four different techniques. Laser therapy, Omnilux, microdermabrasion, and Oxyjete treatments are four different methods in which the Laser Medical Centre specializes. Visit the centre today at www.lasercentre.ca or see which technique is right for you.

Laser Therapy

A special laser beam is transmitted through the skin, loosening the collagen fibers, and thus the essense of the stretch mark. The laser energy also creates a mild inflammation in the dermis, which causes the body to restructure the area and create new skin. After five or six monthly treatments, the tissue will be healed and the stretch mark virtually non-existent.

Omnilux

The Omnilux Red is used to remove stretch marks with the use of professional ingredients to help regenerate your skin’s cells. Once regenerated, the appearance of scarring (the stretch marks) will be reduced. A red lamp is used to stimulate the ingredients to help them penetrate deeper into the skin, prompting faster and more effective results. Patients can expect to see exceptional results after eight to 10 twice-weekly treatments.

Microdermabrasion

This nearly painless procedure removes dead skin from the surface to promote the creation of new skin. This constant renewal of skin will lead to a reduction in the appearance of stretch marks. Microdermabrasion is an ideal procedure to combine with Omnilux or Oxyjet.

Oxyjet

Because the skin continuously loses collagen and elasticity, stretch marks can become more prominent over time. Oxyjet reduces the appearance of stretch marks by penetrating the skin’s surface and restoring the area with pure oxygen and Oxyjet’s active ingredients. It’s safe, painless, and allows for fast results.