As is normal with anything new or uncomfortable, laser hair removal in an intimate area may leave one feeling slightly uncomfortable. After all, having someone other than yourself perform this procedure on you may prove daunting.
Preparing properly can ensure a successful treatment experience, including shaving the area 12 hours prior to your appointment and refraining from waxing, plucking or using depilatory creams.
Bikini Area
As many may already be aware, Brazilian laser hair removal is an extremely popular form of laser hair removal that removes all or nearly all pubic area hair permanently and more effectively than bikini line laser or other types of laser treatments. Therefore, you will need to prepare the area beforehand in order to be eligible for treatment.
Shaving the Brazilian area can be tricky and may cause irritation if done incorrectly, which should be avoided by waiting at least 48 hours between shaving sessions to avoid this happening. Furthermore, to protect your skin it’s also wise to refrain from tanning, sun exposure and waxing in the days prior to your appointment as these can irritate the skin further.
When shaving the bikini area, be sure to use a sharp razor with fresh blades and keep in mind to shave when the area is wet to prevent any cuts or nicks. In addition, avoid applying too much pressure while shaving as this could damage delicate skin cells. Always follow up by drying off with a lukewarm cloth after your shave.
Before your appointment, it’s a good idea to apply some numbing cream to help minimize any sensation from laser treatments. Furthermore, lotions or perfumes could irritate skin conditions; finally, it’s important to wear loose clothing that won’t rub against newly lasered areas, tight clothing can chafe against newly lasered areas causing discomfort.
Although visiting a clinic and disrobing in front of strangers can be embarrassing, laser hair removal practitioners are experienced with this kind of procedure and know exactly what you can expect during treatment.
Once your Brazilian is complete, move onto its outer sides by beginning at your thighs and working steadily towards your labia. When finished, carefully wipe this area with a clean lukewarm flannel to remove any shaving oil or pencil lines left behind by shaving.
Labia
Though it may be tempting, when considering laser hair removal for Brazilian-style waxing it’s important to remember this is not where you should be shaving. Instead, your laser technician must feel 100% comfortable exposing your genital region for lasering as a Brazilian is designed to remove every hair in this region – one reason it is recommended that at least 4-6 weeks have passed prior to beginning sessions.
Laser hair removal does not cause pain in this sensitive area, unlike waxing; however, if your pain threshold is particularly low or you have sensitive nerve endings it may be beneficial to take some painkillers prior to scheduling an appointment.
In order to ensure the hair’s root is present in its follicle for treatment, you will need to shave your bikini area several days prior to your appointment. Make sure you use proper technique so as not to nick or cut yourself! In addition, it is advised that any depilatory creams or waxing treatments be avoided in advance of the appointment.
If privacy is an issue for you, be assured that you won’t be the first person to undergo such treatments and that the practitioner has ample experience handling intimate areas of the body. Furthermore, all equipment used has been thoroughly tested with various skin types before being deployed for use on you.
Shaving the Labia area can be challenging, and you may require various techniques before finding one that works for you. One such strategy is using a gynecologist’s speculum as a guide for your blade and to ensure you don’t miss any areas; after which a clean, warm flannel should be used to wipe away any excess shaving oil from your face and complete your shave.
Before beginning laser treatment, it is a good idea to bathe and wet wipe your genital area to eliminate bacteria or dirt build-up and make the area as clean as possible for your appointment. Bathing will also open your skin pores making it easier for the laser device to target specific areas.
Butt Cheek
Hair removal in the butt area can be delicate business. Razors may leave behind cuts, while waxing may result in painful bumps around the anus, while depilatory creams such as Nair contain ingredients which irritate and burn the skin if used too often. So if you’re fed up of dealing with unsightly and uncomfortable hair growth, laser therapy could be just what’s needed.
Laser treatment stands out as one of the more permanent hair removal methods, without harming either skin tissue or follicles. While it may feel prickly when hitting individual hairs with laser light pulses, waxing and using razor blades are much more painful processes! Plus, there are no long-term complications involved!
Before beginning your laser hair removal session, make sure you shave the entire treatment area, making sure no hair remains beyond the skin’s surface. In addition, avoid plucking or waxing as this pulls hairs out by the roots, potentially impeding how effectively the treatment works.
Your technician will give you specific instructions regarding how to care for your skin and hair in the days leading up to treatment, but as a general guideline ensure that the treated area stays moisturized and free from sun exposure; this will lower the risk of hyperpigmentation in this area.
Although laser hair removal for the genital region might seem intimidating at first, it has become more widespread over the years due to advances in technology. You may use numbing creams and ice packs before and after sessions to minimize pain; once completed, your unwanted hair will be completely gone forever! So put away those old razors, and hello smooth skin! Schedule a consultation at Ideal Image today to explore your laser hair removal options; our specialists will discuss your goals, skin type and treatment solutions until we find one that’s tailored specifically to you!
Perianal Area
Laser hair removal may be your solution if you desire a hair-free bikini area. Safe and effective across most skin types, the process should only require following some key guidelines in order to prepare yourself properly for it. These may include avoiding waxing, plucking and using heavily-scented creams; shaving your bikini area prior to appointment will allow laser to target individual follicles more precisely while decreasing chances of ingrown hairs.
At some point during your Brazilian laser hair removal treatment, discomfort will undoubtedly arise. To make the experience more manageable and alleviate discomfort during treatment, pain relievers and 100% aloe vera gel may provide soothing relief.
For optimal results, it is essential to shave all areas of the pubic area prior to beginning laser hair removal treatment, such as labia, clitoris and bum. In addition, no waxing or plucking should be performed within several weeks prior to your appointment – this ensures intact hair follicles for successful laser hair removal treatment.
Before any treatment, exfoliation of the pubic area is also advised as this will remove dead skin cells and help prevent razor burn. Just be careful not to overdo it as too much scrubbing could irritate or aggravate this area and result in cuts or bruises.
Finally, it’s essential that you forgoing tanning in the weeks leading up to your appointment. Sun exposure may make this area of skin more susceptible to laser light exposure and potentially cause hyperpigmentation or scars.
To achieve Brazilian laser hair removal, it is best to shave the pubic area using a sharp, clean razor with a fresh blade and use lukewarm water instead of hot as this can prevent cuts from being inflicted on your skin from using too hot of temperatures. After shaving is complete, patting dry using a clean, lukewarm cloth should also be done afterwards.
Laser hair removal is an efficient and painless way to achieve the perfect Brazilian shape. Unlike waxing, there’s no risk of ingrown hairs or unwanted red marks; with regular sessions you can enjoy smooth skin!
