Back laser hair removal
Hair on the back is considered normal for men, and more often than not abnormal for women. While there's no equivalent between the sometimes thick hair on a man's back and the fine downy hair sometimes found on a woman's, both sexes can benefit from the same advantages of permanent back hair removal: clean, painless hair removal.
Dr. Christelle Santini in Paris offers laser hair removal of the back to restore smooth, hairless shoulders and kidneys, enhancing the masculine form or femininity of a silhouette.
What are the indications for back laser hair removal in Paris?
The presence of hair on the back can take the form of more or less fine downy hair, or very thick hair with denser, coarser hairs. Most often, this hair is found at the top of the shoulders and in the hollow of the loins, with possible involvement of the IFS or intergluteal fold as an extension.
For the female gender, this increased hairiness alters the image of femininity, while for the male gender, hyper-pilosity can disrupt an image of refinement or sensuality.
This back hair can have various origins, including :
- hereditary or genetic causes, as can be seen with dark Mediterranean skins;
- endocrine causes, such as gender, hormonal cycles (pregnancy, menopause...) or endocrine pathologies (ovarian, thyroid, adrenal...);
- non-hormonal medical causes such as hirsutism.
Conventional back hair removal poses two problems:
- it is impossible to do it alone, and requires external help;
- it can cause a host of inconveniences, such as irritation, superinfections and pain...
L'laser hair removal on the back has a number of advantages: it's clean, virtually painless and virtually permanent.
The laser's energy ultimately destroys pigmented hair: melanin absorbs this energy and carries it to the root, which is destroyed by the rise in temperature.
This is why laser hair removal doesn't work on melanin-poor hair, such as white, red or blond hair. It's also why laser hair removal only works on growing hair follicles (anagen phase), when the hair shaft is in direct contact with the hair bulb: several sessions are therefore needed to gradually destroy this hair, as the hair returns to the anagen phase after its telogen resting phase.
Dr. Santini offers laser back hair removal for both men and women:
- for aesthetic reasons, to achieve a smooth back that enhances the sensuality of the contours and a refined form of softness;
- for medical reasons, e.g. if hair removal increases the inflammation of acne-prone skin or promotes folliculitis with or without ingrown hairs;
- for hygienic or practical reasons, especially for athletes who perspire a lot and for whom back hair promotes sweat retention.
What to do before back laser hair removal?
Dr Christelle Santini (75116 Paris) carries out a preliminary medical examination to ascertain the indications for laser hair removal and to understand your wishes. She analyzes your back as a whole, as well as the appearance of your skin and hair. She may check the lower back to see if SIF (sillon inter-fessier) hair removal is necessary for a harmonious result.
Permanent hair removal by a laser aesthetician guarantees real added value:
- it's the guarantee of working with quality equipment, as medical lasers are more effective than IPL lamps;
- is the guarantee of a diagnosis by a doctor with a thorough understanding of skin physiology, which helps him or her to make the best possible estimate of the number of appointments and their spacing;
- is the certainty of a professional aesthetic look that magnifies the final result.
Dr Christelle Santini then estimates the number of appointments required and their frequency, which she can also re-evaluate according to the initial results.
Dr. Santini also ensures that there are no medical contraindications to the use of laser hair removal, in particular:
- Dark phototype (phototypes 5 and 6) requiring a specific laser forhair removal for darker skin types.
- Tattoo on back or kidney.
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding, as a precautionary measure.
- Scarring or recent acne, in inflammatory flare-up.
- Blond or white hair.
- Taking photo-sensitizing drugs.
The presence of fine down will also require special precautions in terms of power, to avoid encouraging hair regrowth.
Dr. Santini recommends avoiding intense sun exposure for two weeks before the laser. The back should be shaved, but not waxed before the appointment.
How does a Paris back laser hair removal session work?
Back laser hair removal is performed at the practice of Dr Christelle Santini, rue de la Pompe, Paris 16e.
The practice has a dual laser platform with two wavelengths (Alexandrite laser and Nd:YAG laser), enabling Dr Santini to provide you with a tailor-made response, optimized in terms of efficacy and safety for your skin type, your back hair (coloration, texture, thickness...), your pigmentation (phototype...).
On the day of the session, you will be given protective eyewear to prevent damage to the retina. The laser is set up and a test shot is fired if necessary.
Your back is then swept by the handpiece, which combines a built-in cooling system: the feeling of heat is therefore bearable, with no pain, just an impression of micro-discharges.
The session usually lasts from 10 to 30 minutes, and ends with the application of a soothing cream.
On average, 6 to 10 sessions are needed, spaced 6 weeks apart: this is always longer on average for men than for women.
What to do after laser hair removal on the back?
After definitive back hair removal, side effects are minimal, with slight redness disappearing over a few days.
Apply an emollient care product in the days that follow, and stay out of the sun for 2 to 4 weeks. Dr Santini also advises you to avoid excessive congestion of the skin (intense sport, sauna, hammam...) for 24/48 hours.
Hair loss is not immediately visible, but is optimized with each session, with a truly visible effect from the 2nd or 3rd session.
The hair on the back gradually becomes finer, less numerous and less dense.
At the end of the treatment plan, it is estimated that 80 to 90% of back hair is permanently destroyed, leaving the back totally hairless or covered with a discreet, almost imperceptible down.
An annual maintenance session is sometimes necessary.
Highlights of back laser hair removal in Paris
- No work stoppage expected.
- Virtually permanent back hair removal, clean, painless.
- No major irritation.
The back laser hair removal technique in a nutshell...
What to do before permanent back hair removal?
- A medical consultation with Dr Santini.
- Check that there are no contraindications.
- No back waxing or sun exposure.
- Shave the front back.
How does a Paris back laser hair removal session work?
- Goggles must be worn.
- Hair removal session lasting 10/30 min, depending on the surface to be treated.
- 6 to 10 sessions in total, at an average interval of 6 weeks.
- Integrated skin cooling.
- Emollient ointment at the end of the session to reduce redness.
What happens after a back laser hair removal session?
- Moisturizing cream and sun protection.
- Noticeable results on the back around the 2nd or 3rd session.
- Eventual permanent destruction of 80-90% of dorsal hair.
- Back hairless and hairless, or with almost imperceptible down.