Body hair, especially armpit hair has always been a concern to women, and men sometimes. OPT hair removal is one of the most chosen solutions to effectively eliminate that stubborn hair and ease the worry of many people.
OPT hair removal working principle
OPT is short for Optimal Pulsed Technology, it works based on the principle of selective photothermal action in which laser energy emitted from the machine’s handpiece penetrates deep into the skin to reach the root of the hair follicle to archive the hair removal goal.
The melanin in the hair follicle absorbs light at a specific wavelength, heating the hair follicle and selectively destroying it.
The generated heat transmits along the hair shaft to the deeper part of the hair follicle, increasing the temperature there rapidly. As the hair is affected by a specific wavelength, this only removes the hair without causing damage to the surrounding tissue.
This technique results in hair follicle necrosis without growing back for a long time, OPT hair removal can achieve an almost-permanent hair removal effect.
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OPT hair removal vs IPL hair removal
IPL hair removal uses multi-wavelength ranging from around 420nm to 1200nm using a filter to penetrate the hair follicle and archive the desired result. As It creates a wide spectrum and each shot contains a different pulse with a different energy level, the procedure has to be done repeatedly to reach the final result. The energy of each pulse also lower gradually following each shot.
OPT hair removal is a significant improvement on the IPL, the core improvement is the ability to precisely control each pulse, and the energy of each pulse is applied to the hair follicle without degradation.
The benefit of OPT hair removal
Compared with other traditional hair removal techniques, OPT hair removal can catch close to the effect of permanent hair removal. With the significant improvement from old techniques, It is faster, more comfortable, and has fewer side effects. The main benefit of OPT is that the energy generated from a specific wavelength penetrates deeper layers of the targeted hairy skin to the follicles, then destroy it without any effect on the surrounding area.
Other notable benefits include:
- Short treatment time: each session only lasts 5-10 minutes and there are expected to be 3 to 6 sessions to archive the permanent hair removal effect.
- Noninvasive: as stated above, the energy from a specific wavelength only targets the hair follicles without any damage to the remaining skin area. As a result, OPT can be used with minimal trauma on the skin tissue, reducing the possibility of side effects.
- Painless: OPT hair removal uses mild thermal energy, always integrate with a cooling system and a specific gel, no need to apply anesthesia. There will only be a slight tingling sensation during the session and is painlessly compared to the wax or laser method.
- Easy follow-up care: postoperative care simply includes sunblock, cautions with cosmetics, and a follow-up schedule.
- Long-lasting effects: more effective and suitable for a wider range of customers with no rebound after hair removal.
Treatment procedure
Even though hair removal is a relatively safe and fast procedure, all procedures performed at Gangwhoo Hospital are followed the standards of the Ministry of Health, and rigorously tested for all sterility criteria.
Step 1: Consulting and examining whether the customer is eligible for the service or not.
Step 2: The doctor/operator confirms the areas that need treatment, and ensures the safety and precision of the procedure.
Step 3: Prepare the equipment for the hair removal process.
Step 4: Apply the specialized gel on the customer’s skin, adjusting the specification according to the customer’s condition then start the procedure.
Step 5: Clean the after-treatment area(s).
Step 6: Instruct the customer on the home-care regime and follow-up schedule.
To archive the best result, you are recommended to follow properly the schedule of all the hair removal sessions and comply with the post-operative care instruction.
Notices after treatment
Rash and pustules appear on the skin after the procedure and can be treated with antibiotics or ointments. The lowest precipitation of the ointment can be well applied. If pustules form scabs, use Vaseline to moisturize the skin.
Sunblock
It is recommended to use sunblock cosmetics after hair removal treatment because sunlight can stimulate melanin regeneration and make the hair grow back darker.
Cosmetics
Most doctors allow patients to use cosmetics after treatment but they suggest that if there are any scabs or breaks in the treated skin, the patient should let the hospital know immediately and stop using cosmetics. In general, the risk is very small and most patients can return to normal life safely after the treatment.
Side-effects and expected result
If any side effects happened during or after the procedure, stop it immediately and wait till those symptoms go away before considering continuing the procedure.
The result varies depending on each case. Please make sure to follow all the required sessions to archive the best outcome.
FAQs
Is OPT hair removal permanent?
The process of heat-absorbing necrosis of the hair follicles is irreversible so OPT hair removal can achieve long-lasting hair removal results.
There are 3 phases of human hair growth, the best results can be achieved during the anagen phase as the more melanin is produced, the more effective the treatment will be.
OPT hair removal can inhibit the rapid growth of hair in the short term and most clinics/hospitals have a warranty policy for hair removal so it takes years before the hair grows back. Therefore, the result of OPT hair removal is relatively permanent.
How many sessions are needed?
Hair removal is not something that can be archived in one treatment. The melanin from the hair follicle will be removed first. Without melanin, the hair will get finer and finer until it falls out.
OPT hair removal often requires three to six sessions, due to two main factors:
– Firstly, Most hair follicles are bundled together in groups of three in the same pore. The visible one is one of the three that grow from the same pore, so one treatment can only eliminate one hair follicle in one group;
– Secondly, human hair growth goes through three phases: anagen, regression, and resting. OPT hair removal effectiveness archives 75% in the anagen phase, 25% in the regression phase, and almost ineffective in the resting one.
That’s why customers are recommended to follow all sessions so the result can be optimized.
OPT hair removal at Gangwhoo cosmetic hospital
As safe and simple as OPT hair removal procedure can be, if you wish to have it effective, you should choose a reputable place to entrust.
Gangwhoo hospital is one of the most reputable and trustworthy facilities in Vietnam, meeting all the requirements of infrastructure and equipment, along with a team of Vietnamese – Korean experts.
All medical staff put their hearts and minds into serving you the best and most effective therapy, ensuring that all the wishes of customers will be listened to and supported.
Alongside OPT hair removal, Gangwhoo hospital also provides a variety of different procedures to improve customers’ appearance.
OPT hair removal is considered to be one of the most effective and long-term techniques thanks to its effectiveness and safety. Don’t hesitate and contact Gangwhoo cosmetic hospital to receive our dedicated assistance today!
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