Laser hair removal may be the perfect solution if you want to look flawless at all times without shaving or waxing, saving yourself the hassle of frequent grooming sessions. With just two easy steps you could achieve stunningly smooth skin!
Before your appointment, you should shave and avoid direct sunlight as much as possible, using physical sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 rating or taking medications which increase photosensitivity.
How many sessions do I need?
Laser hair removal is a semi-permanent cosmetic procedure used to reduce unwanted body hairs. As it targets color pigments in hair follicles, this form of treatment works effectively on virtually all parts of skin; commonly targeted areas include chest, back, legs, armpits and face. Before engaging in laser hair removal it’s essential that you understand how many sessions will be required in order to reach desired results.
Answering this question depends on a range of variables. Your skin tone and hair color play an integral part in how long it will take before you experience the full benefits of laser treatment, with darker skinned individuals possibly needing multiple sessions due to how the laser relies on contrast between pigmented regions to effectively target them.
Furthermore, between laser treatments you must maintain a healthy skincare routine. Shaving or plucking should be avoided as this could interfere with the results of the laser therapy treatment. At your consultation appointment with our dermatologist they will provide specific instructions that will assist in meeting this maintenance regimen.
Laser hair removal treatments should take at least six sessions for your legs to become permanently hair-free, due to hair follicles becoming damaged during treatment and needing time to heal before returning to their regular growth cycle. You should see significant reductions in unwanted hairs after just three to four treatments.
Laser hair removal is popular with both men and women alike, though treatment times for male bodies tend to take longer due to larger body sizes. Men generally need additional sessions than female patients to treat their entire back or large areas; each of these can last anywhere from an hour or longer, depending on the size of the treatment area.
Concerned about the discomfort associated with laser hair removal? Dr. Green can apply a topical numbing cream prior to each session in order to make your treatment much more bearable. In addition, his laser technology is equipped with Cryogen; an innovative coolant which reduces skin temperatures to make the experience more bearable.
How long will the treatment take?
Laser hair removal treatments typically last an hour for full leg treatments; however, time may vary depending on skin type and thickness of area being treated. Smaller areas can often be completed quickly. Therefore it’s wise to set aside at least an entire hour for this session.
Laser hair removal works by penetrating skin to penetrate light energy to destroy hair follicles and inhibit future growth, providing pain-free removal from large areas without waxing’s irritation or pain. If you want to eliminate unwanted leg hair for good, Renew Esthetics and Med Spa is here for a consultation!
Before your laser hair treatment appointment, it is recommended to shave either the night before or morning of your appointment in order to allow laser light to target pigment in your hair and target its pigment efficiently. Furthermore, avoid sun exposure for at least a week prior to receiving treatment as sunrays can potentially interfere with results of session.
If you are taking medication that could increase photosensitivity and may prevent laser treatment from being effective, such as antibiotics, birth control pills or hormone therapy treatments; be sure to inform your technician. It may also be prudent to use physical sunscreen with SPF 30+ after receiving treatments.
Once their full leg laser hair removal sessions are over, most patients do not notice any regrowth for months or years! When it does come back, however, it will usually be much finer and lighter in color than before.
Laser hair removal can be the ideal solution to eliminating the hassles associated with waxing and shaving, permanently eradicating unwanted leg hair! Put an end to time-consuming procedures like waxing, shaving and plucking by investing in this solution – finally be free from ingrown hairs, razor burn and embarrassing stubble! It is definitely worth making the investment to be rid of ingrown hairs, razor burn and embarrassing stubble!
Can I have this treatment on multiple areas at once?
Laser hair removal can be performed on multiple areas of your body; the cost will depend on which areas and number of sessions are being treated; your Face, Body & Skin Expert will explain all costs at your initial consultation session.
If you’re hoping to permanently reduce the amount of unwanted hair on your legs, we advise beginning by treating just your calf area. With just three to four sessions needed for full leg treatment versus six or more needed for treating just a portion, starting in this smaller space could prove more successful in terms of time and cost-efficiency.
The beauty of VS MedSpa’s permanent leg hair reduction solution lies in its safety and effectiveness; it eliminates the need for depilation, shaving or waxing which frees up shower time while eliminating itchy temporary solutions to hair removal.
Shaving and waxing can be time-consuming processes that leave behind ingrown hairs and bumps on legs. With our permanent solution, however, you’ll no longer need to shave and wax anymore for silky-smooth legs that will last a lifetime!
Laser technology used at our salon uses laser beams to target hair follicles, effectively stopping their production and stopping further unwanted hair growth. Unlike other solutions for hair-removal, our permanent laser treatment does not cause ingrown hairs, razor bumps or itchiness – in fact we are one of the few salons nationwide to offer the Alma Soprano XL laser system–enabling us to perform treatments without topicals, cooling or numbing agents!
At our salon, we also provide half-leg and full leg treatments, perfect for people who would rather skip shaving or waxing their legs regularly. A half leg treatment covers either the upper or lower leg while our full leg treatment covers all hair up to and including ankle length.
Note that laser hair removal treatments typically aren’t covered by insurance, however we offer payment plans to help cover some of the costs. Your flexible spending account could also cover some of your treatments.
Will it hurt?
Laser hair removal involves targeting hair follicles with pulses of hot laser light. It is often less painful than needle removal (especially when combined with numbing cream), with its sensation being similar to several tiny rubber bands snapping against your skin and this feeling varying depending on individual tolerance levels. Legs tend to be less painful since their thicker skin often reduces pinches or snaps from treatment sessions.
After your treatment is completed, your skin may become reddened and swollen, and there may be slight discomfort; this is only temporary and easily managed with cold compresses or painkillers. Furthermore, it is advised to use sunscreen protection on your skin for at least two weeks afterward to minimize sunburn risk.
Whenever seeking laser treatments, it’s wise to look for clinics using top-of-the-line equipment. Older machines may cause irreparable harm to your skin surface and lead to permanent scarring – so ask what equipment they are using prior to signing up for any sessions.
Prior to receiving laser treatments, it’s crucial that you wait at least 24 hours without shaving or plucking hairs before your appointment – this allows the laser light to penetrate and target any active hairs more effectively. Furthermore, be careful not to tan your legs prior to treatment taking place as any existing tans must fade before starting treatment.
Once your sessions are finished, you won’t need to shave, wax or pluck anymore; but it is still wise to remain active with treatments as new hair growth may still emerge and undo previous efforts.
Laser hair removal is the solution if you desire smooth and beautiful skin without constant grooming needs. Results typically appear after multiple laser treatment sessions have taken place; once complete you’ll enjoy silky-smooth legs without shaving, waxing, or depilatories needed – an ideal option for anyone who dreads grooming sessions and would rather spend their time wearing what they love without worrying about stubble or razor stubble pricking!
