Laser Hair Removal for Men

Brian Lett
By Brian Lett
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Underarms Laser Hair Removal for Men

Many men are opting for laser hair removal treatments on their armpits. This cosmetic process provides long-term hair growth reduction; even shaving and waxing cannot match its effectiveness in keeping armpit hair under control for more than 12 months.

This procedure uses handheld devices to deliver pulses of laser energy onto the skin. Melanin in hair follicles absorbs this energy and destroys it, effectively ending hair growth.

Aesthetics

Laser hair removal offers an effective and long-term solution to underarm hair problems, eliminating it once and for all with only a series of sessions required to get rid of unwanted follicles. Unlike shaving or waxing, however, laser treatment destroys hair follicles permanently so you can enjoy smooth armpits for years. However, don’t expect immediate results; rather it requires multiple sessions before reaching desired hairlessness in your armpits.

Laser treatments can give your confidence a much-needed boost if you’re feeling embarrassed by underarm hair growth. By adopting an effective skin care routine and attending multiple laser sessions, you’ll soon be ready to wear that tank top with pride!

To achieve optimal results, it’s crucial that you avoid using any sunless skin creams which darken your complexion in the weeks leading up to your appointment and any methods of hair removal, including tweezing, plucking and waxing for at least six weeks prior. Your physician may prescribe a lightening cream as well in order to minimize pigmentation changes and ensure optimal outcomes.

As your treatment may cause localized irritation, wear loose clothing to your appointment to allow the area to heal properly afterward. Furthermore, avoid deodorant or fragranced products as these could block the laser’s path and interfere with results.

For optimal results, it is recommended that 4-6 week long series of laser hair removal treatments should be conducted to target underarm hair at its optimal growth stage. Once this series of sessions have concluded, regular maintenance visits with your doctor can ensure long-term benefits from laser. To learn more about how Desert Med Aesthetics’s laser can make your underarms silky smooth, schedule an appointment now; our team proudly offers laser hair removal in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert and Indian Wells!

Body Odor

Removing body hair is ultimately up to each individual, but for many shaving and waxing become an unpleasant chore. Continued shaving can result in ingrown hairs and razor burn; with laser hair removal treatment at VS MedSpa’s laser hair removal treatment solution available long-term solutions can be found for unwanted underarm hair growth.

Underarm hair makes it difficult to wear sleeveless tops without worrying about unsightly stubble. Furthermore, this hair gets in the way of sweat absorption, leading to unpleasant armpit smells. Laser hair removal for underarms provides an efficient solution by eliminating this problem while freeing you up from time-consuming shaving or waxing procedures.

Hair removal also reduces body odor caused by sweat/stubble/bacteria combo. Body odor develops when bacteria on your skin eat sweat, producing acids which release pungent smells; hair removal stops this source of bad smells while protecting clothing from sweat staining or ruining.

Depilatory creams can irritate and burn the skin, while laser treatments are fast and painless. Your technician will begin by cleaning out the area and applying an anesthetic cream if necessary, then begin firing individual laser zaps into each hair follicle, similar to rubber bands snapping against skin or an injection sensation depending on laser intensity and your sensitivity level. As each hair follicle is destroyed it won’t grow back; multiple sessions may be needed until you achieve your goal, but once achieved it won’t unless another treatment.

Time Saving

Armpit laser hair removal treatments are quick and painless; simply apply cooling gel for skin protection, then use a device emitting pulses of Intense Pulsed Light onto your underarms (or any other areas you wish to treat).

Laser energy absorbs melanin found in hair follicles to cause unwanted hair to degenerate permanently, providing permanent results after several sessions of treatment sessions are completed. No need for shaving or waxing of underarms again!

laser hair removal for underarm hair can save both time and effort on grooming. Shaving or waxing takes much longer and often leaves behind ingrown hairs or bumps – using laser technology can permanently eliminate all such problems, saving countless hours over time.

Laser hair removal can save money over the years when purchasing razors, waxes and other hair removal products that you will eventually need to buy over time. Furthermore, it can save on spa appointments that might otherwise be required for other forms of hair removal and free up your schedule for other activities and events that you enjoy more permanently. Investing in regular laser hair removal sessions could free up more of your schedule for other activities or events that interest you – while shaving daily leads to razor burn or ingrown hairs; waxing costs money and can leave sensitive areas with abrasions; making committing to regular laser hair removal could eliminate these expenditures altogether while saving both time and money over time!

Comfort

Men may think of laser hair removal as being reserved solely for women, but men could benefit just as much from it. Laser treatments provide an alternative to shaving and waxing without the resulting irritation or ingrown hairs that comes with both. Plus, laser treatment offers more permanent solutions than hair removal creams; lightening underarm skin will appear brighter over time!

Laser hair removal for underarms is quick and efficient, usually lasting less than 30 minutes per session. Your Skin, Face & Body Expert will draw white lines on the area you wish to treat to assess if you qualify. After prepping is completed, topical anesthetic will be applied to minimize discomfort before laser energy is directed onto hair follicles via handheld device to destroy them and inhibit further hair growth.

Your pain may vary depending on your skin type; typically this feels like rubber bands snapping against your skin. After your laser hair removal treatment, aloe vera will be applied to soothe any sore spots left from the process. In the days after, avoid direct sun exposure as sunlight can influence how effective laser hair removal results will be achieved.

Laser hair removal is most often utilized on the underarms of men, though other parts of their bodies such as chest hair are also popular for this treatment. Men tend to accumulate excessive facial hair in this area of their bodies and want it reduced.

Safety

Men may fear laser hair removal isn’t masculine enough of an option, but this procedure has become an increasingly popular and safe solution for men. Laser treatment uses a concentrated beam of light to target hair follicles and reduce growth across a treatment area – including underarms – making it an excellent alternative to shaving or waxing which may cause skin irritation or ingrown hairs.

Your laser professional may use cooling techniques or numbing creams to minimize discomfort during treatment, depending on the type of hair being removed and your skin tone. Prior to going in for any procedure, make sure you are clean-shaven and do not apply any deodorants or lotions in the underarm area as these substances could prevent the laser from effectively targeting and damaging hair follicles.

After your laser treatment, it is important to return to regular activities; however, for best results it is wise to avoid direct sun exposure or hot showers for at least several days post-treatment in order to allow your skin to recover more fully and avoid complications from occurring. Also try wearing loose-fitting clothing and perfumed products during this period to further assist the healing process.

Finally, to maintain the results of underarm hair removal with laser treatments it is crucial to schedule regular follow-up laser sessions as laser targets only actively growing hair follicles. With regular treatments the weakening and eventual cessation of new growth will leave underarms completely hair free and smooth.

If you are tired of dealing with unwanted underarm hair, why not undergo laser hair removal treatment as an effective and convenient solution? Suitable for both men and women alike, laser hair removal treatments offer effective long-term savings by eliminating the need for daily shaving or waxing sessions.

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