Laser Hair Removal is an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure with many advantages for the skin. To maximize results from treatment, it is vitally important to follow some postcare guidelines.
First and foremost, avoid hot showers, tubs, and saunas as these can burn or blister sensitive skin after each treatment session. Furthermore, exfoliating regularly between treatments is advised.
Avoid Heat Inducing Activity
Laser hair removal is an innovative, safe, and efficient solution to unwanted body hair removal. As a quick, minimally invasive procedure with many advantages for both men and women, laser treatments offer many benefits; it is key that both parties understand what actions should and shouldn’t take during their laser sessions; such as when exercising is acceptable during recovery or how best to protect their skin afterward.
Success of laser hair removal sessions depends on many variables, such as your skin color and contrast between dark hair and light skin. Since lasers work by absorbing pigment from hair rather than from skin cells, it’s essential that hair be darker than skin in order for successful laser sessions.
Before beginning laser hair removal treatments, it’s also advisable to avoid tanning or using artificial tanning products. After your session has concluded, take an extended shower or bath in order to keep your skin cool and dry – this will speed up healing time while decreasing risk for side effects like rash or itching.
If you experience itching, do not scratch at your skin as this could lead to scabbing which will impair treatment results. Applying Aloe Vera or moisturizing cream directly can ease any itching and discomfort you might be feeling.
Your skin will be highly delicate after laser hair removal treatment and you should therefore avoid hot showers, baths, saunas and steam rooms to minimize irritation to the treated area and interfere with its healing process. The heat can cause itchy red patches on the area being treated which could hinder its recovery process.
As with waxing or plucking, plucking or tweezing the area is not advised as these methods remove hair roots and may impede regrowth, jeopardizing your results. Instead, only shave after laser treatment for best results.
When you’re ready to learn more about laser hair removal, contact Med Spa at Seena One in Fort Worth and Burleson, TX. Schedule an in-person or virtual consultation with board-certified physician Dr. Mukhtar Anees today!
Apply Sunscreen
Though laser hair removal may sound appealing, it’s important to remember that your skin can become fragile after treatment and to apply sunscreen daily in order to preserve its condition and protect it from UV damage.
After receiving laser hair removal treatment, it is highly advised that pregnant or breastfeeding women utilize broad spectrum SPF protection products in order to minimize sunbathing risks and speed recovery times. Exposing their skin to direct sunlight increases risks such as hyperpigmentation, burns and premature aging – not to mention scarring and skin cancer! Using sun protection products not only will protect them but will also hasten recovery.
Avoid tanning beds and artificial sun exposure as much as possible to protect your skin from UV rays, which can lead to irreparable burns that are hard to reverse. Furthermore, tanning could make laser treatment even more uncomfortable by making skin sensitive or inflamed post-treatment.
Laser hair removal uses a beam of light to target pigment in your hair and heat up its follicles below the surface, which causes them to break apart and stop producing new hairs. Shaving is highly recommended prior to laser sessions in order to create a shorter path for light to travel through your skin and heat up those follicles more effectively.
After laser hair removal, it’s wise to avoid direct sunlight as much as possible; however, for people living in warmer climates this may not always be possible. If you do go outside in the sun, make sure you wear a hat and apply plenty of SPF 30 sunscreen; it may also be wise to consider waterproof sunscreen with no chemical stabilizers such as Defy Nature’s water resistant Replenix Sheer Physical Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 as another measure against sun damage.
Laser treatments work most effectively when applied to healthy, hydrated skin. Excessive sun exposure can deplete moisture from your body leaving your skin dry and flaky – something which is uncomfortable and prevents laser from functioning optimally.
Exfoliate
As part of your laser hair removal treatment, exfoliating regularly can help loosen up trapped hairs that are ready to fall out and prevent ingrowns from growing back in. However, be careful when exfoliating immediately prior or immediately following a session as this could further irritate your skin; wait several days before beginning exfoliation.
Exfoliate the treatment area using any gentle method, such as using a washcloth or loofah with gentle soap or scrub wash; light exfoliating body lotion may also work well in treating affected areas. Avoid anything harsh, gritty or chemical-based as they could damage delicate skin around hair follicles.
Prior to receiving laser hair removal treatment, it is also wise to avoid any other forms of hair removal such as plucking, waxing and shaving for six weeks prior. Such methods may disrupt the natural cycle of your hair growth and render subsequent treatments less successful.
Your skin may become slightly red or itchy following laser hair removal, which is normal and should dissipate over time. An over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen or numbing cream may help minimize discomfort.
Over time, you should be able to transition into showering with cool or lukewarm water only, even if hotter waters feel good against your skin. Hot water may aggravate dry skin conditions. If itching occurs after laser hair removal, aloe vera gel may provide cooling relief as it soothes, moisturizes, and cools itchy areas of skin.
After laser hair removal treatment, it’s vitally important that you utilize a broad-spectrum sunblock with SPF 30 or higher on a daily basis and refrain from tanning beds as much as possible. If you need assistance or have questions on how best to take care of your skin after laser treatment, feel free to reach out – just reach out or visit us! We would be more than happy to provide further details or schedule your appointment.
Stay Away From Sunlight
Laser hair removal can be an excellent way to quickly and safely eliminate unwanted hair without shaving. While this treatment is quicker and more efficient than waxing, it’s still essential that you adhere to any aftercare instructions given following each session – such as avoiding heat-inducing activities, applying sunscreen, exfoliating skin cells and exfoliating effectively – in order to achieve results. However, one thing should be avoided after laser hair removal that could potentially harm it: direct sunlight exposure.
Direct exposure to UV rays can cause irreparable harm, including hyper-pigmentation and scarring of treated skin. UV exposure also increases your risk for skin cancer so it is wise to stay out of direct sunlight and wear high SPF sunscreen after every laser hair removal appointment.
Avoid products on your skin that could potentially clog pores, such as deodorant or lotions, in order to avoid irritation and blockages that could trigger an adverse reaction during laser treatments.
After laser hair removal, skin can become very sensitive and easily irritated by chemicals present in products you use. Therefore, it’s crucial that only mild body washes and shampoos be used immediately post-treatment as well as for 24 hours afterwards; additionally, makeup, moisturizers, and perfume should also be avoided to ensure maximum comfort during recovery.
Avoid swimming and hot showers/baths as these may also irritate the skin. Furthermore, saunas, steam rooms or Jacuzzi can have similar adverse reactions; similarly using heaters at home may irritate your skin too much.
Though you might want to show off the gorgeous, smooth skin you have after laser hair removal, be patient until it has fully recovered. Healing may take up to three weeks; therefore it is vital not to expose the treated area directly sunlight or UV rays during this timeframe and continue applying physical sunscreen instead of chemical ones as physical sunscreen acts as a protective barrier while chemical sunscreen absorbs UV rays and may potentially cause skin irritation.
