Financial Blog

“It’s a blessing and a curse to live in a tropical country” – people have the freedom to wear tank tops all year round. But with power comes great responsibility, especially in the area of grooming and hygiene. Every Filipina has a preferred method of removing hair on different parts of their bodies, the most common of them being plucking, shaving, and waxing. On the rise is a surprising trend: parents gifting their daughters with laser hair removal upon graduation.

Crazy as it seems, it actually makes sense. Waxing, plucking and shaving are only temporary solutions and as the hair grows back; unsightly bumps and itchy stubble are common. Laser hair removal claims to eliminate hair permanently, making it something that perhaps improves a wise parent’s daughter’s quality of life.

Today, we’re going to learn more about this increasingly popular method and whether these parents made the right decision.

THE SCIENCE

Laser hair removal works by focusing a beam of light onto the hair follicle, damaging it and stunting hair growth for several months or years. Typically, it takes 3 to 8 laser sessions for effects to be visible, with six weeks required in between sessions.

THE PROS

Once a hair follicle has been damaged, hair is unlikely to grow back. This means if you’re someone who spends time and effort on hair removal, laser hair removal can be a breakthrough. Facial and body hair is a factor in the smoothness of skin and has impact on acne as pimples often begin has inflamed follicles.

THE CONS

The results of the procedure may vary depending on many factors like a person’s hair growth cycle, frequency of sessions, and the skill of laser technician. Sometimes, if the technician is not careful, then your skin might be left with burns and scars from the improper handling of equipment. On the other end of the spectrum, if the treatment is too mild, the hairs from your body might not be effectively targeted. To minimize the possibility of mishaps, make sure to get procedures done with a reputable provider!

THE VERDICT

For the fashion/appearance conscious girl, this is a valuable gift that may indeed last almost a lifetime. Let’s make this clear—laser hair removal does not guarantee smooth and hairless skin forever. Instead, it promises a longer-term decrease in hair growth. Knowing this, laser hair removal is a truly personal choice and we’re sure quite a few parents made the right decision.

No Security Bank card yet? Click here to apply.