Laser hair removal
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Permanent hair removal technique that uses a laser to target and heat melanin in the hair shaft, which damages the hair follicle.
Related terms
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Hair shaftThe portion of hair that extends beyond the surface of the skin. It contains three layers: the cuticle, cortex, and medulla (not always present).
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FollicleThe part of the ovary where the egg develops.
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MelaninA substance that gives the skin, hair, and eyes their natural color.
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LaserA concentrated beam of light; lasers are used in certain surgeries and other medical procedures.