Laser hair removal can be an effective method for eliminating unwanted body hair and diminishing skin discoloration, but may cause unwanted side effects like redness, small bumps and itching.
At each session of laser hair removal, your doctor will press a handheld device against the target area, creating what will feel like multiple small pinches or snapping rubber band noises against your skin.
1. Exfoliate Regularly
Woman typically experience burning sensation, itching, and redness at the treatment area immediately following laser hair removal, which usually dissipates within 24-48 hours.
However, improper laser hair removal protection can result in irritation, burns, blisters, scabbing and scarring that could delay future laser sessions and extend the overall hair removal process.
After laser hair removal, it is vital to exfoliate regularly in order to shed treated hairs and remove crusting. Also important is avoiding using scented or heavy-duty lotions on the affected area until its fully healed. Hot showers, baths and saunas can dry out and irritate skin so it is wiser to use cooling cream or non-comedogenic moisturizer instead on this area of concern.
2. Apply a Retinoid Cream
Retinoids stimulate skin cell turnover and hasten hair follicles’ natural process of growing and then falling out, as well as making your skin extremely fragile. Therefore, it’s wise to cease use before waxing or laser treatments (unless they’re administered at a medical clinic).
If you have been using retinol cream regularly, it’s advisable to wait two weeks before beginning laser hair removal treatment in order to prevent scarring. At Body Details we can tailor a plan that accommodates for this factor in order to provide optimal results.
After laser resurfacing, it is also vitally important to protect your skin from sun exposure – even when using retinol cream – by using at least SPF 30 sunscreen every day. Apply a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least this sun protection factor daily so as to maintain the health and beauty of newly laser-resurfaced skin.
3. Take a Vitamin C Supplement
Laser hair removal is an efficient, non-painful way to get rid of unwanted body hair. While waxing or shaving are more invasive techniques, laser can often provide more precise results while being far less painful. However, to minimize potential side effects it is important to follow certain pre and post treatment instructions carefully.
Within 24 hours of laser hair removal, any topical beauty products should be avoided as your skin will be extra-sensitive and could potentially irritate the area.
Be wary of sunbathing or entering a sauna, and wear broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher protection to guard your skin from sun damage and prevent scarring. Vitamin C supplements are particularly helpful in this regard as it reduces scars while encouraging healthy skin growth while at the same time relieving inflammation.
4. Apply a Retinol Cream
Retinols exfoliate the skin, potentially leaving it more sensitive and reactive than usual. Therefore, it’s wise to avoid retinol body products when receiving laser treatments, particularly on sunburned or irritated areas of skin.
Retinol should also be avoided when experiencing any type of breakout, including pimples and cysts, to allow your skin to heal properly before returning to using its products again.
Before choosing a salon to perform laser hair removal, be wary when selecting one. Be sure to get medical consultation from an experienced therapist with knowledge and skills needed for safe procedure; conduct a patch test to see if your skin is suitable; and establish a treatment plan so your therapist knows when and how often treatments will take place.
5. Take a Vitamin E Supplement
Vitamin E supplements may help remedy laser hair removal scars by stimulating collagen production in your body – an essential protein for keeping skin healthy and firm. In addition to aiding collagen production, taking vitamin E can also reduce redness and swelling and may be found in anti-aging products.
Prior to laser treatment, it is vital to inform your dermatologist of all medications you are currently taking. Certain drugs can increase light sensitivity and risk skin damage; specifically tetracycline increases this risk; for optimal results it should be discontinued two weeks before starting laser hair removal treatment.
After laser hair removal sessions, it’s essential that you avoid rubbing or scrubbing the area, applying cooling aloe vera gel or lotion to soothe any discomfort or redness that might exist. Furthermore, try not to tweeze or wax over that region of skin.
6. Take a Multi-Vitamin Supplement
Laser hair removal is generally safe medical procedure; however, improper usage or misuse at unregulated salons could leave your skin scarred with no hope of removal by other treatments. If the laser hair removal procedure is performed incorrectly or at an unprofessional salon where no care was taken to maintain their equipment correctly it could leave blister-like blisters similar to burns on the surface of the skin if used incorrectly and incorrectly resulting in scarring that cannot be resolved through any means other than surgery or laser therapy treatments.
Before opting for laser hair removal, it is advisable to avoid tanning beds and products which darken your complexion; also ensure you shave the area prior to treatment; waxing and plucking can damage hair follicles, thus impairing results of treatments. Also it is advisable not to use razor blades on treated areas for two weeks post laser session in order to avoid accidentally injuring yourself in any way.
7. Take a Coenzyme Q10 Supplement
At laser hair removal, it’s vitally important that you adhere to all precautions. This includes not tanning prior to treatment and always wearing high SPF sunscreen; waxing or tweezing the area must also be avoided for best results.
After each treatment, it is recommended to apply soothing creams or ointments to soothe the skin. You should also avoid hot showers, baths, or saunas as the heat could further irritate it.
After treatment, skin may feel slightly bumpy or slightly textured; this should only be temporary. Beware that some individuals may experience crusting that could result in scabbing and scarring; in this event it’s wise to consult a medical provider immediately for advice.
8. Take a Vitamin B Complex Supplement
Vitamin B Complex supplements may help ease redness and bumpiness that arises after laser hair removal, speed up healing time and may prevent scarring. You should always wear sunscreen in the area where laser treatments have taken place as sun damage may lead to scar formation.
After laser hair removal, it’s not unusual to experience redness and small bumps due to the heat from the laser. A cool compress or applying aloe vera gel may help relieve these symptoms; alternatively taking Tylenol or another anti-inflammatory medication might be beneficial in alleviating any pain or discomfort felt from treatment. Furthermore, tanning beds and sun exposure should be avoided to allow your skin to heal more rapidly.
9. Take a Vitamin D Supplement
Vitamin D supplements can help your body absorb sunlight more easily, which may reduce scar appearance. Be sure to wear sunscreen whenever going outdoors as UV rays can damage skin cells and cause permanent damage.
People with damaged skin should avoid laser treatment as it could make their scar worse. Furthermore, getting laser hair removal on an already healing scar may further irritate it and reduce its healing process. Scrubbing or picking at your scar may cause it to scab over, further compounding its health issues.
When choosing laser hair removal, it is essential that you find a salon with trained, experienced technicians and medical consultation. Also be wary of skin darkening products like sunless tanners; be sure to shave and wax the area the day prior. For darker skin tones, a bleaching cream could also be beneficial before beginning treatment.
10. Take a Vitamin E Supplement
Laser hair removal is a safe, noninvasive solution to eliminate unwanted hair on both scarred skin and healthy areas, but certain precautions must be taken prior to and following treatments to avoid scarring or other potential negative outcomes.
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which occurs when laser light strikes nearby skin instead of targeting hair follicles, is one of the more frequently reported side effects of laser hair removal. It may be especially prevalent among people with darker or tanned complexions and is difficult to reverse.
Avoid rubbing or scrubbing the treated area as this can cause your skin to scab and scar. Also avoid prolonged sun exposure until the skin heals; when going outdoors use a good sunscreen. In case you experience discomfort or inflammation following treatment take an over-the-counter pain reliever like Tylenol to ease discomfort or inflammation.
