Can underarm hair be permanently removed?
Sep 29, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Laser hair removal and electronic hair removal are currently common methods for permanent underarm hair removal. These methods destroy the hair follicles, preventing hair from regrowing and thus achieving permanent hair removal. Shaving and depilatory creams are common temporary methods for removing underarm hair. After hair removal, it is important to keep the skin clean and dry to prevent infection.
Generally, whether underarm hair can be permanently removed depends on the hair removal method used. Laser hair removal may achieve permanent results, whereas shaving or using depilatory creams typically does not lead to permanent hair removal. The details are as follows:
Laser hair removal is a common method for achieving permanent hair reduction. It works on the principle of photothermal action, delivering high energy that targets the hair follicles directly, causing the hair roots to atrophy or die, thereby removing the hair. After 3 to 5 treatment sessions, underarm hair can be effectively eliminated and hair regrowth significantly suppressed. The cost of laser hair removal generally ranges from 5,000 to 7,000 yuan, with results becoming visible within 1 to 2 weeks.
Shaving and depilatory creams are common temporary methods for removing underarm hair. These approaches only remove hair temporarily, and hair will regrow after some time. Although these methods are convenient and easy to use, they cannot achieve permanent hair removal.
After hair removal, it is important to keep the skin clean and dry to prevent infection.
