What Is a Home Laser Hair Removal Device and How Effective Is It?
If you are looking for a home laser hair removal device in the UAE or Saudi Arabia, you will find that most devices made for use at home work with laser (Intense Pulsed Light) technology. In this article we explain in simple terms what a home laser device is, how it works, how to use it correctly, and what results you can realistically expect.
What is a home laser device?
A home laser at-home laser device is a small handheld hair removal device designed for personal use at home. Many women call it a "home laser device" because it works on a similar idea to laser: using light to target the melanin pigment in the hair. The difference is that a laser uses a focused beam with a single wavelength, while an at-home laser device releases broad-spectrum light flashes that cover a larger area with each flash, which makes it practical for areas like the legs and arms.
How does a home laser device remove hair?
When you place the light window on your skin and press the flash button, the melanin in the hair absorbs the light, which turns into heat that affects the hair follicle. By repeating sessions according to the schedule in the user manual, hair growth is gradually reduced, and the remaining hair may become finer and lighter. This is why the technology works best on dark hair, which contains more melanin.
How to use a home laser device step by step
- Shave the area before the session: shave the hair on the skin surface only. Do not wax or pluck before a session, because the device needs the hair follicle under the skin to target it.
- Clean and dry the skin: the area should be free of creams, oils, deodorant and makeup.
- Do a patch test: before first use, try the device on a small area of skin and wait 24 hours to make sure there is no unwanted reaction.
- Wear the protective glasses and choose the energy level: start at the lowest level, then increase gradually according to your comfort and the user manual.
- Place the device flat on the skin and press the flash button: move to the next area without flashing the same spot twice. Use manual mode for small areas and auto mode for larger areas.
- After the session: moisturise with a light moisturiser and avoid direct sun on the areas you used the device on, especially in the hot Gulf weather.
How effective is a home laser device?
A home laser at-home laser device helps gradually reduce hair growth with regular, correct use, and it does not give full results after the first session. Results vary from person to person depending on hair colour, skin tone, hormonal factors and sticking to the schedule. After the first phase of sessions, you may need touch-up sessions from time to time to keep your skin smooth, with less need for shaving or waxing.
Who is a home laser device suitable for?
- Best suited: dark hair on light to medium skin tones.
- Less effective or not suitable: blonde, white, grey or red hair, and very dark skin.
- Avoid using it: on tattoos, moles and wounds, and around the eye area.
Read the user manual to check that the device suits your skin tone and hair colour. You can also read our laser guide for darker skin in the UAE.
Silky Skin home laser devices
- Silky Skin Pro 5 Home Laser Hair Removal Device (model SLS-05): laser technology with ice cooling that helps ease the heat sensation during a session, 5 energy levels, manual and auto modes, and over 900,000 flashes.
- Extra lenses for the Pro 5 for face and body.
Browse all options in the hair removal devices collection, or read the best home laser device in the UAE guide.
Home laser device FAQ
Is a home laser device a real laser?
Most "home laser" hair removal devices work with laser (Intense Pulsed Light) technology rather than a single laser beam. Both technologies target the melanin in the hair, but laser covers a larger area with each flash. Silky Skin devices use laser technology.
Should I shave or wax before a home laser session?
Shave only. Waxing and plucking remove the hair from the root, so the light has nothing to target. You can use the 4-in-1 lady shaver to prepare your skin.
How often should I use a home laser device?
Follow the number of sessions and intervals shown in your device's user manual, then do touch-up sessions when needed. Read more in how often to use an at-home laser device.
Can I use a home laser device on my face?
The Pro 5 can be used on certain areas of the face such as the upper lip and chin, at the lowest energy level and with the protective glasses, avoiding the eye area completely. Follow the user manual instructions.
Where can I buy a home laser device in the UAE?
You can order from the Silky Skin store with delivery across the UAE and GCC, and cash on delivery within the UAE.
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