Laser hair removal for armpits can help lighten dark underarms by eliminating stubble and hair pigments which contribute to its darker hue.
Prior and after your treatment, it’s important to limit sun exposure as any temporary changes in pigmentation usually subside within days or so.
1. The laser targets the hair follicles
Lasers produce light energy that absorbs into hair follicles to damage and inhibit their future growth. Furthermore, heat from the laser damages the surrounding skin around each hair follicle so it cannot produce more hair in future follicles – eliminating the need to shave, wax, pluck or tweeze as results are both immediate and permanent. Lasers work best with thicker darker hair since lighter shades may be hard for it to recognize through skin layers.
First step of laser treatment involves cleaning the targeted area. A topical anesthetic may be applied for additional comfort during treatment if necessary. Once prepared, professionals use machines with laser beams directed directly at the underarms; the laser zaps the hair follicles permanently destroying them so the underarm area becomes smooth.
At first, during your laser hair treatment you may feel pain from each individual hair follicle being targeted; however, it should only be slightly unpleasant. Some patients describe the sensation as similar to rubber band snapping against skin or quick needle injection. Each hair follicle will be treated individually and the process should take no more than a minute per hair follicle.
Follow your treatment schedule exactly, as skipping treatments could impede results of laser hair removal. Your underarms require six or more sessions spaced six weeks apart in order to capture all active growing follicles.
Though not necessary, shaving the area the day of treatment can help ensure that hair follicles are in an active growth phase and therefore suitable for laser treatment. Furthermore, exfoliation before your appointment will remove dead skin cells or product build-up on its surface and is highly recommended to ensure maximum efficacy from laser treatment.
Before your appointment, it is advised to stay away from products which darken the skin tone; if you already have a tan, wait until it fades before receiving laser treatment. Furthermore, it is advised against waxing, plucking or using hair removal creams that disturb hair follicles as these could interfere with treatment processes and negatively affect results.
2. The laser destroys the hair follicles
Laser light pulses target melanin in hair follicle cells, turning it into heat that destroys those responsible for producing new hair growth without harming surrounding tissues or skin. The process is entirely painless and won’t cause any discomfort to surrounding tissues or skin; however, not everyone may benefit from laser treatments for underarm hair removal; some individuals may experience side effects like blisters, dark spots or scarring from these treatments; it would be wise to consult a dermatologist prior to scheduling laser sessions.
At your laser session, a certified professional will clean the area and apply topical anesthetic as required before placing a device over your underarms and emitting pulses of light to target unwanted hair growth. Focusing is key as each burst can feel similar to someone flicking rubber bands across your armpits; should severe pain arise, they will suggest cooling compresses or ice packs being applied directly over this area.
Before receiving laser treatments, it’s essential to stay away from products containing alpha-hydroxy acids or retinoids as these can irritate the skin barrier and hinder laser penetration. Also, it would be prudent to stay out of direct sunlight on the area prior to and following treatment.
Laser treatment should not be seen as permanent as new hairs can appear from destroyed follicles over time – though much lighter and slower growing than before. Therefore, for optimal results it’s wise to commit to several laser sessions over several months for best results.
laser hair removal treatments tend to work better for people with darker hair because melanin reflects back pulses of laser energy more easily, making detection and targeting simpler. Light hair does not reflect back as effectively due to different melanin profiles reflected off their melanin layers – therefore if laser treatments are on your agenda in the future it would be wiser to go for darker locks.
3. The laser removes the hair follicles
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment in hair with a light beam, then heating and damaging its follicle to stop further hair growth. This reduces hair density over time and minimizes risk for irritation or discoloration of skin; but you should keep in mind that laser hair reduction is not permanent; more sessions may be required in order to achieve your desired result.
Before your initial treatment session, you will meet with a qualified professional who will discuss and address any queries about the procedure in depth and provide additional care as necessary – such as cleaning out underarm areas and applying mild anesthetic cream as necessary. When wearing protective eyewear during treatment sessions.
Your skin tone will determine which laser type will best protect the surrounding tissue from damage. Darker skin tones require lower intensity lasers such as diode or alexandrite lasers while those with lighter complexions may benefit from ruby or alexandrite lasers.
As part of your preparation for laser therapy, it’s wise to avoid shaving and other hair removal methods for at least a couple weeks prior to your appointment. Also avoid any lightening creams such as sunless tanning as they could interfere with its effectiveness.
Procedure is relatively painless and takes only minutes per underarm. To ensure optimal results, select a laser technician with experience treating different skin tones during your consultation session. Be sure to inquire about their training and credentials, portfolio of work samples as well as before-and-after photos showing treatment progress.
After your laser treatment, you may experience redness or swelling in the underarm area; these side effects generally dissipate within hours. Ice packs may help alleviate any minor discomfort; sunscreen should also be applied as laser treatments increase sun sensitivity in affected areas. Furthermore, exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells while preventing ingrown hairs.
4. The hair follicles are not damaged
If you want to rid yourself of chicken skin in your armpits and are tired of waxing, shaving, or using creams to lighten hair, laser treatment could be your answer. Laser can effectively target pigmentation issues that contribute to darkened pits while simultaneously helping remove excess hair – unlike traditional methods which leave behind dry and itchy patches of skin behind them.
At the outset of any procedure, consultation with a professional should take place to recommend the ideal type of laser for your skin tone. They can also provide an in-depth description of their process so that you are well informed prior to scheduling treatment sessions. During your meeting with them, be sure to ask about their experience using that particular type of laser and credentials; additionally you could request examples of their work if available.
Once you’ve decided to undergo laser treatment for dark underarms, it is essential that the area being targeted be shaved several days in advance so the laser can penetrate and target hair follicles more effectively. Furthermore, you should avoid applying any creams or lotions directly onto the underarms prior to treatment; additionally any extended sun exposure in advance can increase risks significantly.
At your appointment, you will be seated comfortably reclining while a professional covers your underarms in a special protective covering. After which they use a handheld device that emits pulses of light which target hair follicle pigment and destroy it – in turn halting their ability to grow new hairs follicles – which may feel similar to rubber band snapping against skin but should generally be tolerable.
