How much does laser hair removal of the upper lip cost: before and after photos, how it works, reviews, how many sessions are needed

The first laser hair removal procedure was performed in 1996. A ruby ​​laser was used to remove unwanted hair growth. Soon it was replaced by more advanced technologies - alexandrite and diode lasers, the use of which makes it possible to solve the problem as physiologically as possible, without harm to health and with a guarantee of a positive result. However, questions about whether laser hair removal is harmful or not have still not lost their relevance. We will try to answer them by presenting expert information in an accessible form.

How does this happen?

The mechanism of action of the laser is the penetration of the beam to the hair follicle and its absorption by the pigment. After which it is destroyed, and hair does not grow in this place for a long time. Most often, he will never grow out of it, so treatment may become the only session.

The procedure itself takes place in stages in a beauty salon. The cosmetologist performs the following steps:

1. The client is seated in a reclining chair and the skin in the desired area is checked for cleanliness and dryness.
2. She is wearing protective glasses to prevent the beam from damaging her cornea. The specialist does the same.
3. The antennae area is lubricated with a special gel.
4. At the client's request, she is numbed with an anesthetic.
5. The turned on device is brought to the treated area, and the client must tighten the skin.
6. They slowly pass the beam through the entire area.

The procedure itself is painless and safe. The lady feels a slight burning and tingling sensation, this is how it should be. After the end of the session, she must lie on a chair for 20 minutes, after which she goes home.

Watch a video about the procedure

Progress of the procedure

In professional beauty salons, the procedure is carried out in compliance with all rules and nuances.

The specialist performs the following steps:

1. Asks the patient to sit in a comfortable reclining chair.
2. After taking a comfortable position, make sure that the skin in the treatment area is dry and clean.
3. He puts special protective glasses on his eyes and on the patient’s eyes, which will eliminate the possibility of rays hitting the cornea.
4. Applies a special contact gel to the treatment area
5. Treats the affected area with an anesthetic if the patient has expressed such a desire.
6. He turns on the device and carefully brings it closer to the treatment area, asking the patient to stretch the skin a little.
7. Gradually treats with rays the entire area of ​​the upper lip where there are hairs.

Laser hair removal of mustache in women can be carried out without anesthesia if desired.
During manipulation, a woman may feel a slight burning or tingling sensation, which is considered normal. She remains in the chair for 20 minutes after treatment. After this, the specialist allows her to go home.

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How much does laser hair removal for mustache cost?

You can get rid of facial hair in a salon or from a private cosmetologist. Moreover, you can order a specialist to your home.

In Moscow and St. Petersburg

The price of laser hair removal of the upper lip in Moscow starts from 200 rubles and stops at 3 thousand. It depends on the qualifications of the technician, the need to travel to the client, and the cost of consumables. If several services are ordered, the specialist can make a discount. The average cost of the service is 1600 rubles.

In St. Petersburg, prices are much lower than in the capital. The minimum cost of the service is 200 rubles, and the maximum is 800 rubles. On average it turns out to be 500 rubles.

In the regions

The price of laser hair removal of the upper lip in the regions also begins to vary from 200 rubles, but the limit is lower - 500. The average cost of the service is 300-500 rubles.

Upper lip with chin

If you order two zones - the mustache area + chin, the cost of laser hair removal increases. For the capital, the service starts from 1,200 rubles; in the provinces it is cheaper.

Step-by-step description of the stages of the procedure at home

At home, you must follow all the rules, as when visiting a salon.

The main stages will be the following:

1. Read the instructions for use of the device and carefully read all safety regulations.
2. Wear safety glasses. They may be included in the kit or sold separately.
3. Wash and dry the affected area, be sure to remove any makeup.
4. If necessary, treat the area with Lidocaine Asept spray.
5. Apply contact gel, which is always included with the device upon purchase.
6. Carefully place the epilator on the area above your upper lip and press the desired button.
7. Wait for a sound signal or a corresponding click, which will indicate that you can remove the device.
8. Repeat application on all areas of the upper lip where there are hairs.
9. Turn off the device and carefully place it in the box.
10. Treat the affected area with aloe vera gel.

The entire manipulation takes from 10 to 20 minutes. If you follow all the recommendations, the result will be noticeable in 2-3 days. The rules of skin care are no different from those followed after salon manipulation.

Advantages and disadvantages

There are advantages and disadvantages to eliminating antennae with a beam. The first include:

• long-lasting effect after exposure;
• the skin does not become covered with scars;
• the impact itself does not cause pain and lasts about 20 minutes;
• there is no risk of allergic manifestations.

In addition, you can do facial cleansing whenever you want. The dermis does not become red or irritated after exposure to the beam. If the hairs appear again, they do not grow into the skin.

The main disadvantage is the presence of a large list of contraindications. If the client has diseases included in this list, then it is better not to carry out cleaning. The popularity of the procedure is also limited by the rather high price for the service. One session is not enough, especially for women with red, gray and blond hair, since their follicles have little melanin. Follicles appear repeatedly, so getting rid of the “antennae” once and for all will not work.

How long does the effect last?

The duration of the effect after removal depends on skin type, hair length, thickness and color. The thicker the hairs, the shorter the period when they will not grow. On average, 2 to 7 years pass after the course, after which the hairs appear again.

For some women with naturally thin hair, one course is enough to forget about the problem forever.

How do you prepare for the event?

Laser hair removal of the upper lip requires special preparation. Only then will it be easy and effective:

• Stop taking antibiotics from the tetracycline list.
• A couple of days before, shave your hair so as not to injure the skin during the irradiation process. The length of the hair should be 2 mm.
• 3 months before the procedure, stop removing hair using wax or cream.
• Stop going to the solarium and being in the sun for two weeks.
• A week in advance - to avoid complications, do not use face care products containing alcohol.

The day before the session, do not cover the skin with any cosmetics. It must be clean and dry. You must inform your doctor about treatment with medications.

Why hair may appear after a laser procedure

Often, after treatment of a woman’s upper lip, hair appears again. The first reason may be pregnancy occurring some time after the procedure. Changes in hormonal levels provoke the growth of new hair even in areas treated repeatedly.

The second reason is considered to be the inability to act simultaneously on all hairs, since they are all at different stages of development. This leads to re-growth. Another common cause is hormonal imbalance due to any illness or stress.

Photos before and after

An expensive procedure gives a good cosmetic effect. After a few sessions, you can forget about the annoying hair above your upper lip for a long time. Any woman will be pleased to look attractive. The effect of the treatment can be assessed from the photos before and after the procedure.

Do you need pain relief? What anesthetics are used?

The specialist asks the woman in advance about the need for pain relief. Some people do not need it because their pain threshold is high. Others take tablets and insist on using local anesthetics immediately before the procedure. For oral administration, doctors recommend Ketonal or Ibuprofen in tablets.

The products have a pronounced effect and help you endure the procedure calmly. 1 tablet is enough to achieve results. Lidochlor ointment, which contains lidocaine and relieves pain, can be applied to the area of ​​the upper lip. Sometimes the area is treated with Lidocaine Asept spray. It also has a pronounced anesthetic effect.

Reviews

Positive reviews are left online by clients of laser treatments for unwanted hair.

• Tatyana, 33 years old, Togliatti: “My black hair is growing where it shouldn’t. I tried different ways to remove them, but they still grew. I decided to have laser hair removal on the area above my upper lip. I completed 3 sessions. Prices, of course, bite. But it’s been a year now that my hair hasn’t grown.”
• Ella, 25 years old, Moscow: “I wanted to get rid of hair in the armpits and mustache area for a long time. Experts recommended laser hair removal, as the effect lasts up to 7 years. The procedures are painless, there are no consequences. It turned out great, although a little expensive.”

How does a laser work for upper lip hair removal?

Abundant hair in the upper lip area is not typical for females, so most of them try to get rid of hair in different ways and forever. The effect of the laser on the skin in this area is quite delicate and relatively safe.

The laser beam penetrates the hair follicle and is absorbed by the hair pigment. As a result, the follicle is destroyed and cannot produce new hair growth for a long period. Quite often it is destroyed forever, so for many, a laser hair removal course becomes the first and only course.

Contraindications

Prohibitions of laser facial hair removal include:

• Period. Clients have a reduced pain threshold, which leads to hematomas and irritation.
• Diabetes. Long-term healing of any wounds.
• If there are ulcers, wounds, redness or herpes in this part of the face.
• Periods of bearing a baby and breastfeeding due to hormonal changes.
• The presence of moles, papillomas and warts in the area, so as not to provoke oncology.
• The presence of an infectious or viral acute disease.
• Cancerous tumor of any stage.
• Allergic manifestations.
• Recovery period after surgery.
• Varicose veins and spider veins above the lip.

The specialist may refuse to provide the service if the client has red or gray hair.

Mechanism of action

The principle of laser exposure is based on the ability of the beam to heat melanin, the pigment that colors the hair shaft. A directed light beam penetrates the follicle through an area protruding above the skin, is converted into thermal energy and, due to strong heating, destroys the bulb. Hair deprived of nutrition stops growing.

The skin, which has less pigment than hair, does not heat up under the influence of a light beam. Therefore, there is no danger of burns on the face. The only precaution is to protect your eyes from UV radiation.

The light beam acts pointwise, only on the follicle. Some types of lasers have long beam lengths. Penetrating deeper than the follicle, it destroys not only the bulb, but also the vessel that feeds it, sealing it. After such an effect, hair growth from the treated follicle is excluded.

How to care for your skin afterwards?

The next day, the patient can return to her previous regimen, using cosmetics and other products. You can continue taking antibiotics.

It is strictly prohibited to use hair removal products, wax, or alcohol, especially in the laser treatment area. During the first days you should not go to the sauna, bathhouse, or solarium.

After laser hair removal of the face, it is necessary to carry out procedures for tissue regeneration after exposure. You need to lubricate the area of ​​your face with moisturizing creams. It’s a good idea to use a cream with regenerating properties, for example Solcoseryl, for better effect.

Immediately after the session ends, you can apply aloe vera gel to soothe the skin. You should wash your face carefully, do not rub your face, or apply scrubs. If the affected area itches or burns, you can wipe it with ice.

Possible side effects from using a mustache laser

Laser hair removal of mustache in women in some cases provokes complications.

The most common of them:

• severe pain in the affected area;
• redness, irritation, formation of small wounds on the skin;
• skin burns, typical for patients with dark skin;
• change in skin tone, appearance of pigment spots;
• eye damage from laser beams;
• moderate or severe itching of the skin.

In exceptional cases, infection of small wounds formed after laser treatment occurs.

What is better – electrolysis or laser removal?

Of course, patients give preference to the new method of hair removal – laser. This method is highly effective, painless, and requires little time per session. The same cannot be said about electrolysis, where the procedures last a long time and the effects cause severe pain.

After the laser, hairs do not grow in, as with the other method. Knowing how much laser hair removal costs, you may prefer electrolysis. But it’s better to pay more than to have to redo everything later.

Laser kits for home

Various companies produce kits for laser hair removal at home.

Each differs in functionality:

The cost of a particular laser device differs in different countries and cities. Some are affordable, others are too expensive.

Possible unpleasant consequences

Sometimes such hair removal causes unpleasant consequences. You may encounter the following troubles:

• excessive pain in the treatment area;
• skin irritation and the formation of small wounds;
• burns - often occur in dark-skinned women;
• changes in complexion or pigmentation;
• laser eye injury;
• itching of the dermis.

Very rare, but there is a danger of infection through wounds.

There is no need to waste time and money to get rid of antennae on your own. It’s easier to do this in the salon with a laser beam. It will be safe and of high quality.

Cost of the procedure in salons

In salons in large Russian cities, the price for one procedure is approximately 1500-2000 rubles. In the regions it is slightly lower, reaching 1,700 rubles. for one treatment.

This method is quite expensive, but completely worth it.

Laser hair removal is the safest and most modern method of hair removal. The procedure is ideal for treating a woman’s antennae and rarely leads to complications.

Author: Anna Milentyeva

Article design: Anna Vinnitskaya

Popular methods

Epilation of the upper lip is a long-term way to get rid of excess hair. Unlike depilation, it involves removing hairs along with the root, which means maximum effectiveness. The following popular areas of hair removal are practiced in cosmetology:

• laser hair removal;
• photoepilation;
• electrolysis;
• elos hair removal;
• waxing;
• sugar hair removal.

Depending on the chosen technique, the list of contraindications for the procedure, side effects, duration of results and a number of other primary characteristics differ.

Laser hair removal

Using a laser allows you to remove hair above the upper lip permanently or for up to 5 - 7 years (for men up to 2 - 3 years). Suitable for dark, hard mustaches that contain a large amount of colored pigment. It is capable of absorbing light radiation, which is subsequently transformed into thermal energy and heats the hair follicle up to 80 degrees. This temperature destroys its structure and after 5 - 10 days the hair falls out.

With antennae consisting of light and thin hairs, a conventional laser will be irrelevant. But its neodymium variety can cope with even the most whitish hairs that do not contain pigment. The thing is that it acts directly on the microscopic vessels through which nutrients flow to the hair follicle. The laser glues their walls together, preventing the passage of vitamins and microelements, as a result of which the hair dies and falls out within 1 - 2 weeks.

The procedure is carried out 3 - 5 times with a break of 6 to 8 weeks, in one session hairs in the growth stage are processed, dormant bulbs are not affected, the effect on them will be provided next time. When you undergo a full course of hair removal from a good specialist, there is a chance to get rid of hairs forever.

The procedure is prohibited in case of individual intolerance to light exposure, oncology, diabetes mellitus, viral infections, skin lesions, exacerbation of chronic pathologies. It should not be performed during pregnancy. Neglecting such contraindications can lead to side effects. They are expressed in skin redness, swelling, itching and pain.

Reviews about laser hair removal are mostly positive, but the negative is often explained by mistakes made by cosmetologists or patients. The cost of one session is approximately 2000 rubles.

Photoepilation

The principle of photoepilation is also based on the influence of light energy. The procedure is suitable for men and women with hard, dark, pronounced mustaches and is useless for light, vellus hair above the upper lip. Flashes produced during photoepilation are absorbed by pigment, transformed into heat, melt the hair follicle and prevent hair growth. Thanks to this effect, it is possible to get rid of the antennae for a period of 2 to 5 years.

The procedure is carried out in a course of 4 - 6 sessions, since light exposure is only relevant for bulbs in the growth phase. A month after the first treatment, the manipulations will need to be repeated until the full effect of smooth skin is achieved.

Photoepilation is not recommended during pregnancy, lactation, fever, oncology and diabetes. Open wounds, psoriasis, herpes and other skin diseases are an absolute contraindication to the procedure. After the procedure, side effects are observed during the day: redness and swelling. If safety precautions are not followed during the procedure, burns and blisters may occur. The cost of one session starts from 1500 rubles.

Electrolysis

Electrical hair removal of the upper lip is a great solution to get rid of excess hair forever. The procedure is carried out pointwise, that is, the needle-electrode acts on each hair separately, it takes a lot of time, but provides good results.

An electric current conductor is introduced into the hair follicle, heats it up and destroys it to the base. During the treatment, the patient experiences pain and discomfort. When working with such a delicate area (above the upper lip), local anesthesia is mandatory. Electrolysis is suitable for treating any type of hair and is carried out on a course basis. 5 visits to a cosmetologist with breaks of up to 2 months are enough to forget about this problem.

Contraindications to electric hair removal are universal; the only addition is the presence of built-in pacemakers. After the procedure, pain persists for 24 hours; redness and swelling of the skin may appear. For one session you need to pay from 2 – 2.5 thousand rubles.

Elos hair removal

An expensive and modern solution for getting rid of hair above the upper lip is Elos hair removal. The technique involves a combination of the following methods of influence:

• laser;
• photoepilation;
• electrolysis.

The range of use is wide; thanks to the integrated approach, it is used for any type of hair with dark or light skin. The sensations during treatment are unpleasant, but with pain relief they are tolerable. They are carried out on a course basis according to the classical scheme (4-6 sessions with breaks of 4 to 8 weeks). Contraindications and side effects specific to this procedure are common to the three techniques listed above.

Reviews from cosmetologists contain information that Elos hair removal, along with electrolysis, is considered the most effective way to combat unwanted hair. In the presence of normal hormonal levels, these two methods can ensure hair removal for the longest possible time. The average cost of one procedure is 2,500 rubles.

Video: Elos hair removal on the upper lip

Sugar hair removal

Sugaring (simply sugar hair removal) is a good alternative to expensive salon procedures. It removes hair for only one month, but is absolutely safe from a health point of view and budget-friendly. It is carried out at home and in a cosmetologist’s office; it does not require special skills.

The principle of sugaring is to apply sugar mass to the problem area, fix it with a thick strip, which is then torn off along with the hairs. They are removed along with the bulb, due to which in the future they grow back more sparser and softer. There is also a second option, this is when the sugar mass is applied with your hand along the hair growth, and then with a sharp movement it is torn off in the opposite direction. This method is more complex and requires certain skills.

The mixture for sugar hair removal can be purchased at the store or prepared independently. It consists of three basic components: sugar (8 tablespoons), water (2 tablespoons), juice of 1 lemon. All of them are mixed in a saucepan and cooked over low heat with constant stirring until a homogeneous mass is obtained with a pleasant caramel smell.

The procedure also has contraindications. Among them: diabetes mellitus, allergies to the components of the mixture, skin diseases, wounds or moles above the lip. If necessary, sugaring may be allowed during pregnancy. The procedure has its own side effects, the reason for their occurrence is the increased susceptibility of facial skin to injury. After exposure, irritation and redness are observed, and mild pain may be present.

At home, the cost of sugaring the upper lips does not exceed 100 rubles; in a salon, the price of the procedure will be about 300 – 500 rubles.

Waxing

Waxing is considered a classic method of combating hair above the lip. It is carried out using warm or hot wax, which is melted and applied to the problem area in an even layer using a spatula. Then the composition is fixed with a dense strip, and a few seconds after hardening it is torn off against hair growth.

Video: epilation on the upper lip with wax

Waxing the upper lip allows you to get rid of hair for up to one month. As with sugaring, it removes hairs along with the follicle, which ultimately leads to them becoming thinner and weaker.

Waxing is contraindicated for skin diseases on the face, diabetes, oncology, exacerbation of chronic pathologies and viral diseases. After it, as after sugaring, temporary irritation and change in skin color are observed. The cost of the procedure in the salon is about 500 rubles (at home up to 150).

What you need to know about pasta

To do mustache sugaring at home, you will need to buy or prepare sugar paste yourself. The basic composition includes 3 main ingredients:

• carbohydrate base (fructose, glucose or regular granulated sugar);
• lemon juice or chemically isolated citric acid;
• water.

Manufacturers can enrich the finished mass of factory-made products with plant essences, essential oils, and vitamin complexes.

To avoid increasing the risk of developing allergic hyperreactions, it is better to avoid purchasing toothpaste if it contains artificial colors and flavors.

What types of pastes are there?

In addition to the ingredient composition, you need to decide on the type of product. Caramel is divided depending on its consistency.

The main types include pastes:

• soft;
• medium density;
• dense.

The choice of caramel is based on the chosen technique in which the procedure will be performed. Sugaring lips at home is often done with a thick paste, when hairs are removed using your fingers. Sometimes medium-density caramel is used. Then you will need bandage strips and a spatula.

If necessary, the sweet mass is heated in a special wax melter, where you can set the exact heating temperature. The optimal value is 38°C. If the master has warm hands, the room is also warm, or the caramel is not of a dense consistency, the mass does not need to be heated.

How to make caramel at home

To make your own paste, you only need 3 main ingredients and a small heating container (preferably with a thick double bottom).

The components are taken in the following proportions:

• 175 grams of granulated sugar;
• 20 ml fresh lemon;
• 20 ml of clean water.

First, sugar and water are placed in a container and heated over low heat. Fresh juice squeezed from lemon is poured into the melted sugar. The mixture is removed from the heat until the boiling point is reached and caramelization begins. Cool the mass and use it for its intended purpose.

It’s not always possible to make good caramel the first time, so for beginners it’s better to buy ready-made paste to understand what consistency the product should have. The mass should be soft, but keep its shape and not smear on your hands. Pasta prepared at home is used on the same day, without leaving it for storage.