Brazilian laser treatments offer long-term hair removal compared to shaving or waxing, which only removes it temporarily. They also eliminate the need for depilation as well as skin discoloration prevention.
But to achieve optimal results, multiple sessions may be needed. Here are a few things you should keep in mind prior to beginning Brazilian laser hair removal treatment.
How Many Sessions Are Needed?
Brazilian laser hair removal treatments are an excellent way to achieve silky-smooth bikini area skin. While shaving and waxing only target hair follicles for removal, laser treatments target their root source to keep hair from growing back again.
Consultations are the initial step of Brazilian laser hair removal treatment sessions, where specialists assess whether you are suitable as a candidate. Once approved, topical numbing cream will be applied before moving forward with laser therapy; once this step has been taken, the laser emits concentrated light energy onto the area that targets hair follicles to shrink or die, effectively stopping further hair growth from returning.
Do not be fearful of Brazilian laser hair removal sessions; while laser hair removal is not pain-free, it is significantly less so than other methods such as waxing. Many patients compare it to feeling like rubber bands snapping against their skin. Furthermore, its effects last much longer than shaving or waxing!
Before your Brazilian laser hair removal session, it’s essential to adhere to some best practices. In particular, sun exposure or wearing fake tans should be limited in the days leading up to your appointment; sunlight can darken skin pigmentation which makes laser treatment less receptive than otherwise. Furthermore, exfoliation helps speed the process of shedding dead hairs in between laser treatment sessions.
Once your series of Brazilian laser hair removal sessions is over, you’ll enjoy silky-smooth skin for longer than shaving or waxing can. In most cases, after 6-12 sessions most people experience a significant reduction in hair growth while any that does return will likely be finer and less noticeable than before.
The Cost of the Treatment
Price of Brazilian laser hair removal treatments depends on a number of factors. Starting with office visits that include topical anesthetic applications to minimize discomfort during treatment. Following that comes laser treatment itself which targets and damages hair follicles in the pubic region to stop them producing unwanted hair growth, followed by post-treatment care using topical products to avoid ingrown hairs while keeping skin hydrated.
Laser hair removal treatments, particularly bikini and Brazilian laser hair removal treatments, have become increasingly popular for women who wish to keep their intimate areas hairfree. Compared to waxing or shaving which may lead to painful ingrown hairs, laser treatments offer long-term if not permanent results that require minimal pain management. They may even prove useful as part of men’s shaving routines for keeping an ashless crotch area.
Laser hair removal can also be more cost-effective in the long run compared to waxing, with each session costing less than purchasing and using a waxing kit. Plus, getting rid of unwanted hair quickly without messy cleanup is much quicker with laser.
No matter whether you’re getting Brazilian or bikini laser hair removal treatments, it is crucial that you take time and care in preparation. Avoiding sun exposure, wearing shorts or a sarong and applying ample amounts of sunscreen are all effective measures that can protect against hyperpigmentation after treatments; those with darker skin tones may experience this issue as darker pigments absorb laser heat more readily, potentially resulting in discoloration afterward.
Prior to your laser hair removal treatments, it’s best to avoid self-tanners and spray tans as these tanning chemicals may hinder your body’s ability to take full advantage of its benefits. Winter months offer ideal conditions for getting laser treatments done as it allows your body to heal while protecting you from further irritation or side effects during laser hair removal treatments.
The Cost of Aftercare
Laser hair removal may seem expensive up front, but its long-term returns more than make up for its initial costs. When considering all the money spent on razors and waxing sessions over time, laser hair removal becomes far more affordable in comparison.
Laser hair removal works by targeting individual follicles with heat energy to cause them to go into permanent dormancy, leading to up to an 80% permanent reduction of hair in treatment areas.
The procedure itself is relatively painless and quick, taking less than an hour to complete. Your provider will apply topical numbing cream before starting, after which a laser technician will move quickly over your bikini area removing all unwanted hairs from the pubic region.
Before your laser hair removal appointment, it is advisable to avoid tanning the area as this will darken skin tone and make it harder for laser beams to target hair follicles. Also avoid plucking or waxing of any sort as this would defeat the purpose of treatment.
Before your appointment, it is advisable to shave the area to be treated for 24 hours in order to ensure thin hairs that can easily be targeted by laser therapy. An electric razor should not be used since this could increase its thickness and resistance against heat energy produced by the laser beam.
There are a variety of methods you can use to eliminate pubic hair, including shaving, epilation and electrolysis. Shaving is a quick and inexpensive option but may lead to stubble, red bumps and irritation from ingrown hairs; waxing requires more expense but may offer better results including longer lasting smooth skin appearance; epilation is a more permanent method but requires multiple sessions over a prolonged period – not recommended for people with sensitive skin.
What’s Included in the Treatment?
Laser hair removal provides an alternative solution for unwanted body hair. While waxing requires frequent and sometimes painful appointments, laser removal offers permanent hair reduction with much lower costs due to eliminating disposable razors and depilatory products altogether.
Beginning the procedure involves meeting with a specialist to assess your skin type, hair thickness and color as well as expectations. They’ll apply topical numbing cream for added comfort before beginning their work on you.
Your chosen specialist may recommend shaving the area prior to your appointment in order to keep hairs as short as possible and avoid tanning or self-tanner in this area, both of which could inhibit its effectiveness and lead to unwanted side effects. It is also wise to avoid wearing tight clothing and engaging in physical activities that might aggravate or inflame the area post session as this could increase redness, swelling or irritation afterward.
Bear in mind that although your initial few sessions will help reduce hairs, to achieve long-term success you will require multiple sessions – your specialist will inform you how many at your initial consultation.
Finally, it’s important to remember that most insurance policies don’t cover laser hair removal treatments; however, it may be worthwhile speaking with your provider as some offer flexible payment plans or package options to help manage costs during the hair removal journey.
Are you ready to finally say goodbye to shaving and waxing? Book your Brazilian laser hair removal appointment at Blue Water Spa now! Our highly trained laser hair removal providers are professional, discreet and patient; before beginning treatment they’ll discuss a diagram so they are clear on which areas to treat as efficiently as possible so you can enjoy smooth skin without hair! You can then have confidence in showing off your smooth new body!
