Hairy back: should you opt for laser hair removal to get rid of it?

A hairy back is an aspect that can be disturbing for men and women who are not fans of body hair. To get rid of hair on the back , which is a difficult area to reach without the help of a beautician, so they always look for practical and definitive solutions and nothing better than laser hair removal .

Find out here the reasons for excessive hair growth on the back, as well as the different solutions available to you to enjoy a perfectly smooth back.

Is it normal to have hair on your back?

To answer the question: yes and no. It all depends on the density of the hair. You have to know how to differentiate between normal hair and abnormal hair! This hair can be considered a purely aesthetic problem without much importance, but it can also be a sign of a pathological disorder, especially in women. In this case, it requires a consultation and diagnosis with your therapist.

Back hair usually grows from the shoulders down to the lower back. It is also possible that the mass of hair does not cover the entire back, but only a part.

What causes back hair?

In men, back hair begins to appear during adolescence. In women, on the other hand, this area is often hairless or has only a fine down. But cases of hyperpilosity can be observed in both sexes and this is explained by the following reasons:

1. Hereditary (genetic): people with Mediterranean type have much more developed hairiness with darker and coarser hair!
2. Hormonal: Higher than normal levels of male hormones (androgen hormones such as testosterone) in both men and women.
3. Pathological: Hirsutism, a female pathology, resulting from a high production of male hormones, stimulates hair growth in areas usually hairless in women, especially the back! There is also what is called hypertrichosis, a rare disease that can be observed in men, but also women, due to more or less varied disorders.
4. Medicinal: taking certain treatments such as corticosteroid-based medications can cause significant hair regrowth in different areas where there was little hair before.

How to get rid of back hair?

Solution 1: Remove Back Hair with Temporary Hair Removal Methods

You can use a razor, depilatory cream, clippers or wax for a longer lasting result.

1. For a smooth and successful shave, apply a foam or gel for sensitive skin to avoid irritation and a flare-up. ingrown hairs and pimples .
2. Hair removal cream is also a convenient and quick choice. It will all be gone in just a few minutes. But, if you are allergic or sensitive to chemicals, you should stay away from it.
3. The electric trimmer is also super fast and convenient as a hair removal tool.
4. Waxing remains the most effective in terms of the duration of results, since it pulls the hair out from its root. It leaves you with smooth skin for about a month or more.

On the other hand, these temporary hair removal methods have two drawbacks that cannot be ignored:

• You have to repeat the operation. If you use the razor, cream and trimmer you will have to repeat the operation after a week and after a month if you use wax.
• The back is a difficult area to access. In order to remove hair effectively, you often have to ask someone for help or go to a beautician.

Solution 2: Remove back hair with permanent hair removal methods

You wish to get rid of back hair permanently? You have the choice between three methods of permanent hair removal, each with its advantages and disadvantages.

1. Laser hair removal: the most popular and requested method for permanent back hair removal. It removes up to 95% of your hair in a few sessions. It is suitable for all types of light, dark and black skin.
2. Electrolysis: also called electric hair removal , it guarantees you a 100% definitive result. It is effective on all types of skin and hair, but it is recommended much more for small areas or to complement a laser treatment!
3. IPL: This is a pulsed light hair removal. It acts on the hair root and succeeds in slowing down regrowth. Compared to laser hair removal and electrolysis, the results of IPL are not as long-lasting and are not suitable for all skin types. We talk to you more here about IPL vs laser!

Free yourself from back hair with laser hair removal!

Laser hair removal on the back destroys the hair at the root and stops any new growth for a long time. All phototypes can be treated with laser, including light, dark and black skin! (If you have black skin and want to start laser hair removal, This item is for you).

Depending on your preferences, the practitioner can wax your entire back or just part of it.

The number of back laser hair removal sessions can vary from 8 to 10 treatments. As for the duration of a complete back hair removal session, it can range from 40 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the extent of the area to be treated.

As for the results, you can see the first effects of the treatment after just 3 sessions and, over the months, the hairs become finer and finer until you can no longer see them! Find out how laser hair removal results progress after the first session .

Do you want to get rid of the weight of back hair with laser hair removal and finally feel lighter with softer and smoother skin? SSSKIN invites you to meet its experts during a free initial consultation to discover how it works and to test our hybrid technology: Three wavelength diode laser , the best laser machine on the market!

With laser hair removal, you will no longer need to spend hours shaving or waxing your back. Come and judge for yourself and finally say goodbye to your hairy back.

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