Laser Hair Removal
Myeongdong Underarm Hair Removal: How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Hello.
I’m Lee Won-jin, director of Kind Global Clinic, and I take the time to listen to each person’s concerns. I also make sure to have a thorough conversation with those considering Myeongdong underarm hair removal.
I want to get rid of my underarm hair.
Will 5 sessions be enough, or will I need as many as 10?
Underarm laser hair removal is generally said to require 5–10 sessions.
So many people first ask how many sessions they’ll need, with questions like “Will five sessions be enough for me?” and “Do I need to complete all ten?”
However, if you’ve had ten treatments and still feel there has been little noticeable change, the number of sessions alone may not explain why.
First, it’s important to look at why the number of sessions needed varies from person to person.
In this article, I’ll discuss the factors behind those differences, one by one.
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1. The misconception that underarm hair removal is simple
2. What matters besides the number of sessions?
3. What to check when choosing a laser hair removal clinic
1. The misconception that underarm hair removal is simple
Myeongdong underarm hair removal is widely available these days, so quite a few people seem to think of it as a simple procedure.
However, the underarms require a more delicate approach than the arms or legs.
The skin is thin and sensitive, and it often folds when you move your arms.
Because this area is prone to friction and sweat can build up, the skin may become irritated after treatment.
Even mild irritation can cause redness or stinging.
Therefore, underarm hair removal should focus on more than just reducing hair. It requires
minimizing the burden on the skin
while ensuring the necessary energy
is delivered evenly to the follicles
through careful adjustment.
Myeongdong Underarm Hair Removal: Is the Number of Sessions What Matters?
If hair grows back even after ten sessions, does that mean the follicles didn’t receive enough energy?
Not necessarily.
Because the underarms have thin, sensitive skin, it is not advisable to simply increase the energy without limit just to achieve results.
The risk of skin irritation or burns also needs to be considered, so in some cases treatment is performed at “lower energy”.
However, if energy levels too low to sufficiently damage the follicles are used repeatedly,
they may affect the hair growth cycle.
Hair grows through the anagen, catagen, and telogen phases.
Laser treatment targets follicles that are actively growing.
If the follicles do not receive enough heat, they may remain intact,
and stimulating follicles in the resting phase may create conditions that make it easier for them to grow again.
In fact, the paper shown in the image above notes that repeated low-heat stimulation that does not sufficiently destroy the follicles
may stimulate the hair growth cycle.
That said, simply turning up the power is not necessarily the right approach.
Excessive energy can increase the risk of side effects such as burns or hyperpigmentation.
Therefore, the number of sessions and energy settings cannot be the same for everyone.
Along with each person’s skin thickness and sensitivity, the thickness and density of their hair must also be considered.
Delivering enough energy to the follicles
while reducing irritation to the skin
and finding the right intensity
are important considerations when undergoing Myeongdong underarm hair removal.
Myeongdong Underarm Hair Removal Clinics: What Should You Look For?
So what should you check when looking for a clinic that can create a treatment plan suited to you?
The criteria that matter may differ from person to person,
so the points I’m sharing are not absolute standards that apply to everyone.
However, if you’re considering underarm treatment where energy adjustment is important, I recommend checking these two things.
1) Whether they carefully assess your skin
As I mentioned earlier, underarm hair removal is not a procedure that should be performed after looking only at the hair.
How sensitive your skin is,
how thick and dense your hair is,
whether you have had hair removal treatments before
—these and other factors need to be assessed to determine the right energy settings.
If these factors are not thoroughly checked during the consultation,
and you are simply told, “Most people need 5–10 sessions,”
it may be worth considering whether the plan is truly tailored to you.
On the other hand, if they discuss the characteristics of both your skin and hair
and explain clearly why they recommend a particular treatment approach, that can help you make a more informed decision.
2) Whether they check the equipment being used
Even if a clinic has high-performance equipment, it can be difficult to make full use of it if the energy cannot be adjusted to suit your individual needs.
It’s also worth checking whether the device has skin-protection features and allows various settings to be adjusted.
For example, the “GentleMax Pro Plus” delivers laser energy while cooling the surface of the skin,
which may help reduce irritation in the sensitive underarm area.
It also uses two wavelengths, 755 nm and 1064 nm, which allows for consideration of hair of different thicknesses.
The results of Myeongdong underarm hair removal are not determined by the device alone,
but it is worth remembering that the equipment is one factor considered when planning treatment suited to the patient.
You’ve seen that Myeongdong underarm hair removal requires more care than you might expect.
Familiar procedures are easy to overlook, so it’s a good idea to carefully check the relevant details.
Rather than using someone else’s number of sessions as your guide, I’ll conclude by encouraging you to choose a clinic that explains the number of sessions and treatment plan you need.
Thank you. This was Lee Won-jin, director of Kind Global Clinic.
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All procedures may cause side effects
depending on the individual,
so please consult thoroughly with a medical professional
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