Laser hair removal is an efficient and safe solution to permanently reduce unwanted underarm hair. Using light energy that targets melanin in hair follicles to destroy them and stop new growth, laser treatment aims to achieve permanent hair reduction in just a few sessions.
Before beginning their procedure, your healthcare professional will apply a topical anesthetic to reduce discomfort. Furthermore, patients must avoid sun exposure (including tanning beds) prior to and following treatment in order to protect their pigmentation changes from possible pigmentation changes in the skin.
Pain is minimal
Laser hair removal is an effective, permanent way to minimize unwanted underarm hair growth. The procedure is quick and convenient, with no adverse reactions such as cuts, razor burns, ingrown hairs or skin snagging resulting in any discomfort during or post procedure. Before beginning laser hair removal it’s essential that you consult an expert and gain a full understanding of what to expect prior to commencing this treatment.
Pulses of light are applied directly into the skin, where they penetrate and target pigmented hair follicles to destroy them. Furthermore, this causes pores in the skin to close, leaving behind flawless and baby-soft skin. Treatment sessions take six-8 sessions over six weeks apart in order to ensure every hair in its active growth cycle is targeted during its respective treatment cycle.
Some may experience minimal discomfort during their laser treatments, which is much less painful than shaving or waxing. Many describe it as feeling like having a rubber band lightly snapped against their skin; it typically doesn’t last long either. Many medical professionals suggest applying an anesthetic cream prior to starting any laser procedure to minimize discomfort during and afterward.
Even though pain levels should be minimal, it’s still wise to discuss your comfort with your practitioner prior to scheduling an appointment. Some professionals offer complimentary consultations where you can ask about their experience and credentials as well as request their portfolio of work and results with other clients.
Discuss which laser will best meet your skin tone needs; some lasers may not be capable of targeting darker skin tones effectively, so selecting an experienced practitioner is crucial to your treatment success.
Before attending your appointment, it is also vital that the area be shaved to prevent the laser from inadvertently burning any unwanted hairs. Wear loose yet comfortable clothing and avoid direct sun exposure for best results. Some individuals may experience skin irritation after undergoing laser treatment but this usually resolves itself within hours, and skin color changes usually return back to normal within several days.
Results are long-lasting
Laser underarm hair removal offers long-term solutions, using Intense Pulsed Light to target pigment in your hair and destroy it, thus disrupting its growth cycle. Over time, your unwanted underarm hair will return less frequently until eventually it stops growing altogether.
Laser underarm hair removal is a fast and comfortable procedure, typically lasting under 10 minutes per session. Your professional will clean the underarm area before applying a cooling gel or spray, as necessary. They will also provide protective eyewear during treatment to help alleviate discomfort during your procedure.
Your professional may recommend applying topical anesthetic cream before your laser treatment to not only lessen any associated discomfort, but to also leave your skin less sensitive throughout the day. As well as this precautionary step, prolonged UV exposure should be avoided after each session is performed to protect armpit skin from further degradation.
Your laser underarm hair removal treatments must be scheduled regularly to achieve maximum efficacy and long-term effects. Otherwise, hair follicles will have time to recover between sessions and restart growing again – we suggest scheduling sessions six weeks apart for optimal results.
Are You Tired of Shaving or Concerned about Waxing? Laser Hair Removal Could Be The Answer
The procedure is quick
People seeking permanent solutions want a viable solution that’s faster, simpler and more comfortable than shaving or waxing; laser hair removal provides exactly this service with its quick, comfortable and effective procedure that produces soft armpits without need for maintenance at all. In addition, laser treatment may even reduce dark marks under arms caused by ingrown hairs.
First step in laser hair removal treatment is scheduling an appointment with a professional. They will clean and anesthetize the area as they apply topical anesthetic cream for pain reduction. Next they use a small device to apply laser energy – most people describe the sensation as being similar to having rubber band snapped lightly against skin; process lasts only approximately ten minutes in total.
After receiving treatment, a technician will give you some instructions for recovery. These may include avoiding prolonged sun exposure (including tanning beds) and wearing loose cotton clothing for up to 48 hours post-procedure. Furthermore, it’s also essential that exfoliation be done between treatments.
Your underarm hair may begin to shed within days or weeks after starting treatment, as part of the natural hair-shedding cycle of the body. Don’t panic; this is perfectly normal as hair grows back naturally over time.
Six to eight laser treatments spaced six weeks apart should provide optimal results, since only about 20% of hair follicles are in active growth at any one time, while the remaining 80% remain resting or transitional stages. To maximize results and ensure consistent treatments over time, schedule appointments every six weeks.
Laser hair removal is safe for all skin tones, including darker ones. When speaking to a provider about laser hair removal treatments for you personally, be sure to discuss the type of treatment best suited for you and their recommended course of action.
Before beginning treatments, it is also a wise idea to refrain from using tanning products or self-tanners in the months prior. This will allow your skin to maintain its natural shade while simultaneously preparing it for treatment.
Side effects are rare
Laser treatment destroys hair follicles to leave skin free from unwanted hair follicles – an instant, pain-free and permanent solution. So if waxing and shaving don’t do the trick anymore, consider laser hair removal to get rid of unwanted underarm hair permanently.
Laser hair removal offers long-term solutions that reduce enlarged pores. This is especially beneficial to women struggling with excessive underarm sweating as this can be embarrassment-inducing and lead to body odor. Furthermore, this process may help people who experience ingrown hairs cysts or other similar issues with their locks.
Laser hair removal results may be permanent, yet several sessions may be necessary before reaching full results. Hair grows in cycles, and laser only attacks those follicles which have reached the appropriate growth phase.
Some patients may experience temporary irritation or redness following treatment; these side effects are typically short-lived and can be lessened with an ice pack. Individual results will vary, with most needing multiple sessions over two or three months.
Preparing for laser hair removal requires taking certain steps prior to an appointment, including avoiding sun exposure, shaving and plucking the area before your session, not using depilatory cream or waxing products, and applying numbing cream beforehand to lessen pain experienced during treatment.
Numbing cream has been shown to reduce the discomfort level associated with laser hair removal to between 2 and 4. Though not required, shaving the area 12-24 hours prior to your appointment allows the laser to more efficiently target hair follicles while decreasing risks such as singed skin or other complications.
Some individuals may experience an alteration to their skin pigmentation after laser treatments; however, this is rare. When selecting a practitioner to handle your treatment plan it is vital that they have experience treating various skin tones using appropriate laser technology tailored specifically for you and your individual situation.
