Laser hair removal works by heating the follicle to break it down, thus stopping future hair growth. However, this procedure cannot work effectively if any visible hair remains on the surface; so shaving before commencing with laser hair removal treatment is advised.
Waxing and tweezing should also be avoided, as these practices can disrupt hair follicles and make treatment more challenging.
Shaving
Laser hair removal uses pulses of light energy to heat and damage stem cells in your hair follicles, thus inhibiting future hair growth. Because the laser cannot hit your skin’s surface if there is any hair present, shaving must take place prior to receiving treatment – however this must occur 24 hours before your appointment; shaving too close could result in burns on the surface.
Additionally, shaving too close to your laser hair removal appointment can interfere with its view of pigment in hair follicles, leading to unnecessary pain and discomfort. Waxing and plucking should also be avoided in the weeks leading up to your appointment as these methods remove pigment from hair follicles.
Before your appointment, it is advisable to avoid using products such as sunless tans and skin-lightening creams that could disrupt the light beam used for laser hair removal. Also avoid any prescription facial creams like Retin-A that could darken skin tone – these could interfere with its effects and interfere with its operation.
Although laser hair removal may cause anxiety among some individuals, it is actually less painful than waxing and shaving methods of hair removal. While some individuals do experience minor side effects like redness or itching from laser treatment, over-the-counter pain relievers and ice can help mitigate them.
Laser hair removal may appear expensive at first, but in reality it saves money in the long run by eliminating the need for razors, shaving cream, tweezers, wax strips and other hair-removal devices. Furthermore, treatments have an impressive success rate and are quick and straightforward.
Laser hair removal claims to be permanent; however, you will likely require touch-up sessions every year or two in order to destroy any new follicles that sprout after each treatment session. Even so, the procedure remains more cost-effective than other solutions in terms of long-term cost efficiency; additionally you could invest the savings made from forgoing razors and shaving cream purchases into an attractive high-interest savings account instead.
Waxing
Are you tired of shaving, waxing or tweezing unwanted hair? Laser hair removal could be the perfect solution to stop further growth with silky smooth skin! This procedure uses powerful laser beams to target and destroy hair follicles so as to inhibit future hair growth for silky smooth results.
However, before booking an appointment there are a few things you need to keep in mind. Primarily, for 24 hours prior to your laser treatment session you must avoid shaving the treatment area as shaving removes essential oils that help nourish and lubricate the skin, potentially leaving it dry and irritated during laser sessions as well as potentially itchy or even cause unsightly scabs to form – both uncomfortable and unsightly conditions!
Additionally to shaving, you should also refrain from waxing or plucking hairs four to six weeks prior to receiving laser treatment. Both these methods of hair removal disturb hair follicles and roots, making it more challenging for the laser beams to locate them.
Keep in mind that treating the same area twice is not recommended, since hair follicles need time to recover after each treatment session. Doing so would only irritate newly grown hairs – something no one wants!
Avoid products designed to lighten your tan as these could interfere with the laser’s ability to locate hair follicles. If you are taking blood-thinning medicines, please inform your physician prior to scheduling an appointment.
Keep in mind that laser beams heat hair follicles to destroy them, so it is crucial that your hair not become too long before going under the laser’s light beams. Otherwise, this could result in sizzling hair and even burnt surfaces of skin if the laser’s beam lands too heavily on them. If unsure how long your hair should be for optimal results, consult the technician at your chosen clinic; they should be able to give an indication as to when and how often laser therapy sessions should occur for optimal results or buy an IPL device like KENZZI to achieve similar effects of professional sessions at home if needed.
Epilating
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective solution to eliminating unwanted hair. Pulses of light target the pigment in your hair to kill it off; over time, thinner and finer growth will ensue – meaning no more stubble or prickly hairs!
Laser treatment is typically much less painful than waxing or shaving because there’s no pulling of skin, yet still may cause slight discomfort due to heat from the laser being delivered close to your skin and possibly irritating it, causing itching, redness or other reactions on your body. Some individuals find the sensation unpleasant; if this bothers you too much there are creams available that can numb this area before laser sessions start.
Most salons and doctors will advise their clients to shave before receiving laser treatment, since the laser’s harsh beam could irritate thick hair or make reaching hair follicles difficult if too long. Therefore, 24 hours prior to your appointment it’s essential that the area be shaved, while any products which clog pores like soaps or facial scrubs should also be avoided as well as tanning beds or heavy sun exposure for at least seven days beforehand.
Some patients describe laser hair removal treatments as having a prickling or tingling sensation similar to having an elastic band flicked across their skin, so many opt for numbing cream before getting treatment. Some devices even emit cooling jets of air over your skin in order to minimize discomfort. But laser is much cheaper than waxing and shaving in terms of costs over time – especially if done over multiple sessions.
Skin Care
Skin care includes various practices designed to maintain skin integrity, enhance its appearance and relieve skin conditions. Such activities include the use of skincare products, limiting sun exposure and applying moisturizers properly – although these practices can be beneficial when combined with laser hair removal treatments.
Laser hair removal offers many advantages, but one key benefit is eliminating the need for shaving, waxing and plucking. Shaving can leave skin itchy and irritated while waxing often leads to painful razor bumps while plucking leaves hair follicles vulnerable and vulnerable to damage. Laser hair removal removes this need allowing you to enjoy soft, smooth skin all year round!
Laser hair removal typically requires two to six sessions to be effective, during which you will wear protective goggles to shield your eyes from the laser beam and protect your vision during treatment. Results of laser hair removal can be seen almost instantly and are relatively painless – saving both time and money spent on razor blades, shaving cream, razors, wax strips, tweezers, electrolysis appointments or shaving cream & razors in the long run.
At your laser hair removal treatment, a technician will use a hand-held device to glide across your body, treating each individual follicle. Although you will see some immediate results, full shrinkage of hair follicles typically takes time – therefore we strongly suggest scheduling multiple sessions ahead of time for optimal results.
Before your appointment, it is crucial that you shave 24 hours prior to ensure the oils on the surface of the skin can settle so as to reduce itching or irritation during your treatment. In addition, failing to shave before or even on the day of an appointment could absorb too much laser energy and result in burns and blistering due to hair absorption on the surface of your skin absorbing too much energy from laser beams causing burns and blistering on skin surface area.
Remember, however, if you fail to shave regularly before getting laser hair removal done, its light won’t be able to see the pigmented hair follicle and target it effectively. Furthermore, avoid tanning products and sunless skin creams in the weeks leading up to your appointment as these can darken skin tone and interfere with its treatment light.
