Category: Skin problems and treatments

Laser Hair Removal For Red Or Ginger Hair – Does It Work?

Laser Hair Removal On Red & Ginger Hair

What are your options when in comes to managing your hair? Does laser hair removal work on red and ginger hair?.

Having red or ginger hair means you stand out in the crowd a lot, which is a great thing if you have beautiful strawberry blonde hair or flowing copper locks. All redhead shades are now very popular for people when they want to dye their hair.

However, what about the people who have natural red hair and have to deal with the day to day management?

Noticeable

Red and ginger body hair is just as noticeable as a full head of hair, which is the total opposite of what people want when it comes to body hair. Even if a little bit of leg hair is growing, you will be able to see it easily.

This makes hair removal very tiresome and complicated for people with red or ginger hair and constantly shaving or waxing every week can cause irritation, making your skin almost as red as your hair.

 

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How the laser works with red and ginger hair

Laser hair removal works by targeting the melanin in the hair,. (This is the dark pigment that makes skin and hair a deeper colour). Some people have more of this pigment than others, hence why some people have darker skin than others.

During the treatment, once the laser has locked onto the pigment, the laser beam permanently destroys the hair follicle which means hair growth is unlikely in the future.

The problem with red and ginger hair is the fact that lasers have difficulty determining between pigments, red being one of the most difficult to see.

The same goes for grey hair which is another difficult colour for the laser to spot.

Myths

There have been many myths that redheads or ginger haired people can’t have laser hair removal treatments because the hair itself is too light.

  • can i dye my hair?

Before you wonder, there is no point in dying your hair, because it’s colouring the surface of the follicle, not actually changing the colour which is down to your genetics.

  • combining treatments?

This is a problem which has been circulating for quite a while in different clinics. However, with improved technology and methods, such as combining laser and radio waves, this will work better on the hair follicles, then making it easier to get rid of.

  • laser and radio waves

To solve the issue with treating red hair, some clinics combine laser and radio waves which are thought to better target the melanin in the hair itself. It also works better on the follicle.

  • more expensive & more sessions

However, the cost of this combination treatment will often be higher than for regular removal of hair by laser hair removal methods. Also, if you have red hair and are using this method of hair removal then you will need more sessions under the laser to make it effective.

laser for ginger and red headsTips & consultation advice

Here are some tips for red hair laser hair removal.

    • Laser hair removal for red hair is more difficult then treating someone with darker hair as described above.
    • Good results with improving laser hair removal technology are possible.
    • Make sure to book a consultation and receive a FREE patch test in order to find out if laser hair removal would be effective for you as everyone is unique.
    • Before your laser hair removal treatment, try not to wax, pluck or tweeze hair for at least four weeks – shaving is allowed.
    • The hair must be present in the follicle for the treatment to work.
    • Remember, after hair removal, you may feel as if you can see hair growing. This isn’t the case, this only happens because your hair is shedding in that particular area after the treatment.
    • Whatever you do, don’t forget about sun cream. Yes, even during winter weather but with red heads having very pale skin, you are more likely to experience skin irritation. Make sure you use SPF 30 and higher on your skin daily if you are showing your arms and legs. This is especially important for your face.

Next Steps if you live in London

To discover other facts before considering laser hair removal, if you live in London near one of our 9 laser clinics, you are more than welcome to book a FREE consultation with a specialist so you can learn more about your particular hair colour and how we can make the treatment more effective for you.

Have You Hit A Weight Loss Plateau?

There is nothing worse than when you have been ‘beasting’ it at the gym for the past few weeks, going for your daily 3 mile run only to stand on the scales and see that your weight hasn’t shifted a bit.

Hitting a weight loss plateau can be very demotivating, not seeing the results that you are expecting, even the slightest results can make you revert back to your old lifestyle. Why give up the tasty junk food if eating leaves and fruit doesn’t make a difference? Why go to the gym when you can watch TV with a packet of Haribo and still weigh the same?

Weight Loss Plateaus Are Normal

Weight loss plateaus are perfectly normal and are in fact very important. These plateaus normally after occur after significant weight loss i.e. 10kg. Why is it normal not to lose weight? Well the body tries to maintain homeostatis, keeping many of your bodily functions such as temperature control and fluid balance at a regulated range.

Essentially your body is trying to be too clever and when it detects that your expected intake is too low or too high it will try to stabilize your weight by altering your metabolism and conserving energy.

This is why when you first start off on your weight loss journey it is easier at the start then towards the end when you are trying to drop those last remaining pounds.

So How Can You Outsmart Your Body Into Losing Weight?

Put simply you need to shake things up – keeping the body guessing is the secret here. Change your eating strategy, if you eat 3 meals a a day then switch this to 6 smaller meals whilst also altering your calorie intake.

Introduce interval training to your cardio routine or switch the amount of set/reps that you do of any given exercise.

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If you are looking to lose weight but exercising & diet changes haven’t worked learn more about weight loss injections here, or fat freezing with coolsculpting here

Did You Know The Laser Was Invented On A Park Bench?

The Laser In The Beauty Industry

Laser machines can be seen all over the UK in virtually every skin a and beauty clinic. From Laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal and laser pigmentation removal, the introduction of the Laser has reshaped and accelerated the beauty industry.

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The ‘Secret’ Laser Of An MI5 Spy You Never Knew About

 

We have all watched James Bond save the world countless times with his the seemingly unlimited amount of gadgets available at his disposal. Whether it be his Garrote watch, bell rocket belt, mini rocket cigarette or Gyrojet rocket gun, Bond always has just the right gadget to get him out of sticky situations. 

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Beat Cellulite With Brahmi!

The Super Power Of Brahmi 

I am guessing the first question will not be “how does Brahmi help with my cellulite” but “what is brahmi?”. Brahmi is a Ayurvedic herb which actually has quite a few health benefits to brag. 

Brahmi has been said to boost memory and can even promote hair growth but it doesn’t stop there. This super little herb also has properties that can help to prevent and also fight cellulite. How does it do this?

Well according to research papers by Poznan University of Medical Sciences it helps to repair and maintain the connective tissue in the skin as well well as increasing micro-circulation. If you have a anti-cellulite cream at home have a look at the ingredient list, chances are this herb will be listed somewhere on the label.  

Are There Any Side Effects

Brahmi should be only be used short term and appropriately.  There can be side effects which include nausea, dry mouth and fatigue. If you are on medication please consult your doctor before using as it can render some known medicines ineffective.

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If you have tried to beat your cellulite and have had no luck why not take a look at our AWT cellulite treatment.

Which Top Rated Diets Should You Avoid To Lose Weight

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As with many things there is a right way and a wrong way, or should I say ways, in which to lose weight. There are various diets that became popular or came to light in 2014 for one reason or another however a lot of these so called ‘best diets to lose weight’ are actually unhealthily and can actually lead to health complications.

Take the Paleo Diet for example which instructs people to only eat foods that would have only been available to Neanderthals back in the prehistoric era, this diet restricts you from any dairy, surgery or processed foods in order to maintain a ‘clean diet’.  However what they don’t tell you is although a sugarless diet is actually beneficial, due to the lack of calcium in your diet you are at risk of compromising your bone health and not to mention the nutrient deficiencies that this diet can lead too. 

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Realistic “Barbie” to Have Cellulite, Acne and Stretch Marks

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The New Realistic “Barbie”

She’s every little girls’ dream at Christmas and many add her to their letter to Santa in the hope that they’ll find her poking her perfect head out of their stocking on the morning of the big day; she’s the iconic doll with the tumbling golden locks, the wardrobe to rival The Duchess of Cambridge’s and she’s not got a blemish on her.

The same can’t be said however for “Lammily” the doll created by Nickolay Lamm as an answer to the original doll that every little girl dreams of.

“Lammily” based on the average 19 year old woman

Lamm has based his doll’s proportions on those of the average 19 year old woman in America. As a result, the doll actually looks as though she could walk on her normally sized feet…and her waist isn’t to improbably tiny that she’d fall over if she attempted to hold her own weight.

Lammily comes with her own wardrobe of specially designed clothing and now she comes with added, optional extras…acne, stretch marks and cellulite!

Add-On-Pack Increases Dolls Realism

Lammily has decided to release the “add-on-pack” including the previously mentioned blemishes as well as “blushing cheeks” for when Lammily is embarrassed or self conscious, freckles, tattoos, bruises, scars and even grass stains! So that as well as enjoying a doll with realistic proportions, children can enjoy one with realistic skin!

The idea is that children can play with a realistic interpretation of a woman and not an impossible fantasy. When we consider that more than 50%-90% of women will suffer from cellulite at some point in their lives, perhaps Lammily is a good idea?

Lamm insists that his design is not trying to compete with other dolls but is simply offering an alternative. Whether children would like one is another question!

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The Christmas Superfood You Are Not Eating!

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Super Sprouts

Research would seem to suggest that the humble and rather marvellous sprout is the most hated vegetable in the country. If you are a fan then what you love about sprouts is what most people hate; their firm, tightly packed leaves, their vibrant colour and their distinctive taste are all part of what makes them both magical and maligned and if you don’t eat them then you are missing out!

Sprouts are not only a “Christmas vegetable” they’re out in force and ready to eat quite early in the Autumn and not only are they cheap but they’re so packed full of the good stuff that you’d be crazy not to indulge.

  • Thiamin
  • Riboflavin
  • Iron
  • Magnesium
  • Phosphorus and copper
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin K
  • Vitamin B6
  • Folate
  • Potassium
  • Manganese

Now that’s a pretty impressive list of nutritional capabilities and when you consider just how small a Brussels sprout is, it’s even more amazing. Brussels sprouts are known to lower cholesterol, protect against cancer and improve skin and muscle tone. What’s not to like?

If you’re really not a fan but want to take advantage of these amazing super vegetables, then take on board these tips for preparing sprouts to ensure they’re more palatable than perhaps you’re used to.

Don’t Overcook Them!

One of the most common complaints heard is that they’re “slimy” or “mushy” and that they smell bad. All of these “symptoms” indicate overcooking. If you ensure that your sprouts are properly prepared they won’t be slimy, mushy or smelly they will be perfect little globes of crunchy goodness which you should enjoy.

Cut them in half and steam them rather than boiling them whole or, if you prefer them whole then cut off the bottom section where the stalk once was, and cook gently in plain boiling water for no longer than 5 minutes.

Make A Gratin

Roast your sprouts whole in the oven and then add them to a delicious mixture of breadcrumbs, cheese sauce and bacon lardoons for a tasty alternative to plain sprouts.

Because sprouts are so packed with vitamins and minerals which will benefit you, there’s really no excuse for not squeezing them onto your menu! With Christmas around the corner they’re an expected part of the season’s proceedings…and they really are amazing when prepped properly so get on with it and don’t miss out on any more amazing Christmas nutrition!

 

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Seriously What Were They Inking?

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In the previous post ‘Tattoos – Seeing Beyond The Ink’ we talked a little bit about why people get tattoos and the multiple various meanings that a tattoo can convey.

However there are times when things go wrong…terribly wrong!!! Some tattoos are beautiful while others are just…well you will see.

Take a look below at some tattoos that never should have been:

Have You Got A Tattoo You Regret?

If you have a tattoo that you regret then we can help. Have a look at our Laser Tattoo Removal Treatment page for more information.

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