Laser and photoepilation are the most popular and modern hair removal methods. Though, that the mechanism of action is similar, each method has its own specifics. In both the first and second cases, melanin is heated, which is contained in the hair, which leads to its destruction. It is necessary to approach the issue of vegetation removal with such methods selectively. To understand, what is better for each specific person — a laser epilator or a photoepilator, it is necessary to take into account some factors and features of the skin.
Distinctive characteristic of the systems
From an early age, girls and women are concerned about the problem of excess vegetation. Modern technologies make it possible to make the hair removal procedure painless and without consequences. And laser, and a photoepilator will allow you to get rid of unwanted hair for a long time. Let's consider the differences in methods in more detail.
Laser epilation
The principle of operation of a laser epilator consists in the action of a laser wave on melanin. At the same time, the pigment is heated and destroyed with the hair follicle. A light beam has a certain wavelength, and the radiation is narrowly directed. This is the main distinguishing parameter in comparison with the photoepilation system. The laser affects only the melanin of the hair, at the same time, it does not affect hemoglobin and melanin, which is contained in the skin around the hair.
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After a few days, the hair falls out, and the skin becomes smooth and elastic. Given the peculiarities of the structure and color of the hair, for 5 procedures can be deleted 90% unwanted vegetation. If the hair is thick and dark, the number of manipulations will be greater, and they will last longer.
The laser wave has a limited range of action. Treating the skin on the legs, you need to be patient, because the procedure takes a lot of time.
Photo epilation
The effect of a photoepilator differs from that of a laser, team, which emits many light waves of different lengths. Thanks to such specificity, simultaneously has a destructive effect on the entire area of hair follicles. The number of procedures in this technique, more, than in working with a laser device. Due to different wavelengths of light, the degree of its effect on melanin is not the same, and it may be necessary to treat the same areas in several sessions, in the middle 2-3 times with a break 3 weeks.
Photo epilator Philips Lumea IPL SC1992 / 00
The use of photoepilation has many limitations, associated with the presence of diseases and skin characteristics. It is also impossible to carry out manipulation while taking medicines. First, than to do the procedure, it is advisable to consult a doctor about the safety of hair removal.
How to make the right choice
The hair removal procedure can be performed at home with a portable device. If there is a fear of harming oneself, better not to doubt, and contact a cosmetologist. If there is a need to purchase a device for home use, it is necessary to match the original data (hair color and thickness), as well as financial capabilities.
- Budget, but a good Rio Dezac Salon Laser model allows you to use a laser beam on each hair separately. This option can be convenient for spot removal of hair from a small area of skin with rare vegetation.
Laser epilator Rio Dezac Salon Laser
- The more expensive Rio Dezac x60 model is distinguished by the presence of a scanner. The built-in scanning device allows you to capture a segment of the skin and determine the number and location of hairs. This method allows you to have a comprehensive effect on the hair area.
Laser epilator Rio Dezac x60
The photoepilator has a wider area of action and processes more hair in one operation. The power of the heat beam can be adjusted in the device. If the skin is dark, power must be reduced. The problem may arise with gray hairs: hair removal with such a device will not be very effective. In this case, when choosing a laser or photo epilator, it is worth leaning towards the first option.
The difference with the laser device is the regular replacement of the lamp. After every 2-3 it must be changed during the session.
The photoepilator differs in its action from the laser one, which is equally effective for blondes and brunettes, and also there is no difference, what color is the skin, and this is its great advantage. Given that fact, that epilation is carried out faster due to a larger hair coverage area in one photoflash, the device can be considered practically universal. The most popular models among users are: HPLight і Sensepil.
Photo epilator Silk'n SENSEPIL XL 65
So, obviously, that laser and photoepilation are highly effective methods of combating unwanted hair. And which of the epilators is better to choose, only you can decide, guided by one's own preferences and the specificity of the organism.