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1. A LIST OF COMMON COSMETIC
REMOVAL PROCEDURES

2.  If answering honestly, most people would likely
admit to at least one physical imperfection they
would happily have removed, if possible.
Hairs, bumps, marks and even tattoos can cause
some people to cover up and avoid being part of the
crowd.
 Luckily, it is possible to have many such marks
removed. Cosmetic removal procedures are safe
and they are effective and they can literally remove
that annoying or embarrassing mark right off your
body. Some of the more common cosmetic removal
procedures are as follows:

3. Laser Hair Removal
 Hair has a tendency to crop up in the most unlikely of places, and
unwanted hair often causes a good deal of anxiety. Lasers are a
common way to remove hair permanently, and they work on
several different areas, including:
 Legs
 Underarms
 Chest
 Back
 Face
 Neck
 Upper Lip
 Bikini Line
 Stomach
 Areola

4.  Laser hair removal usually works best for people with
lighter skin and darker hair, but more reputable places will
work with light or dark skinned patients.
 Before you begin, you’ll have to get a complete medical
assessment from the dermatologist. Your history will be
looked over, your skin will be examined and any previous
treatments will be reviewed. Then, the dermatologist will
prescribe an individualized program to remove the hair.
 Depending on the clinic or the doctor, you may be offered
one of a number of different laser treatments to remove
your unwanted hair. You will likely require up to 5
treatments within each 6 to 8 week period to achieve the
results you desire.

5. Mole Removal
 Moles are another common thing that many patients want removed.
Some moles are dangerous while others are completely harmless, but in
a lot of cases people just want them gone. Whether they take up a lot of
surface area on the skin or protrude above the surface or both, removal
is usually an option.
 In many cases, the area of the mole is numbed and a scalpel is used to
shave the section of mole away that is sticking up above the surface of
the skin. When this happens, a flat, white mark is usually left behind, but
occasionally the mark stays the same colour as the mole.
 Stitches aren’t always necessary and the treatment is fast and safe.
You’ll be all done in less than half-an-hour, and will only need a local
anesthetic. Scarring from a mole removal should be minimal, but you
can make it even less by using a sunscreen that has a SPF of at least 15.

6. Tattoo Removal
 Sometimes people just grow out of tattoos, or were never happy with
what they had from the start. Either way, if you find that you can’t stand
the sight of a tattoo any longer, there is a safe and effective laser
treatment available to take it off.
 The way the laser works is by emitting a beam of light at a wavelength
that will be absorbed by the colour pigments of your skin. The laser is
able to destroy the pigment of the tattoo without damaging any of the
surrounding tissue. A tattoo removal laser is safe and quick and will
result with no more unwanted tattoo.
 After your consultation, you’ll have an appointment in a clinic, which
may include a local anesthetic for comfort if you want it. The length of
your treatment depends on the size and the colour of the tattoo you
want removed. You may require anywhere from 3 to 9 treatments to
completely remove the tattoo. The actual results will vary from patient
to patient, but you should notice progress with each successive visit.

7. Acne Treatment
 Most people have to suffer through some degree of acne at some point of their
lives. Congestion in the pores of your skin that result in swelling, red spots or
blackheads is common during the adolescent years. Most people refer to acne
as ‘pimples’ and they can occur virtually anywhere on the body. The most
common areas are the face, neck, chest and back.
 Acne may vary from very slight pimples to deep, painful-looking cysts and
pustules. Acne may be caused by hormones and some external factors, and
often has an effect on self-esteem and self-confidence. If severe acne if left
alone, it may end up causing permanent scarring.
 If you suffer from acne, it’s wise to start on a treatment program as soon as
possible. Using a daily exfoliating cleanser will help, as will acne treatment
products containing 5% benzyl peroxide. It’s also important not to touch the
face with dirty hands or anything else that may clog pores.
 If medical removal becomes a necessity, you will have an initial consultation to
assess and examine your skin thoroughly. From there, you’ll either be prescribed
a home-care regimen to follow, or one of the available acne removal treatments.
These may include microdermabrasion, various peels or non-invasive light
treatment. These treatments may be used for the acne itself, or acne scarring
that’s been left behind.