Laser hair removal is an effective long-term hair reduction solution, employing focused light beams from a laser device to target melanin in hair follicles and damage their melanin content.
The sensation of getting this procedure done can be likened to having a rubber band snap lightly against your skin, yet without much pain or lasting consequences.
What to Expect
If you’re tired of shaving, waxing, or threading underarm hair on a regular basis, laser hair removal could be the ideal solution. Safe and effective treatment using concentrated light beams to target hair follicles directly – thus decreasing appearance of unwanted hair while eliminating ongoing maintenance needs.
Underarm areas tend to respond well to laser hair removal treatments, making this procedure an excellent way to rid yourself of unsightly armpit hairs. Before booking your first appointment, however, it’s essential that you understand exactly what to expect – including preparation steps, what will happen during treatment and any possible adverse side effects that might occur.
Typically, to achieve your desired results with laser hair removal treatments, multiple sessions must be scheduled over a number of sessions. Individual results will differ; most clients require at least six treatments in order to experience significant hair removal success. In order for laser hair removal treatments to work successfully and safely on underarm hair growth, individual results depend on severity of growth as this ultimately determines their success in treatment.
Before your first laser hair removal session, it is essential that you avoid shaving or waxing in the area as laser hair removal relies on melanin in your hair to locate and destroy follicles; shaving removes this melanin from the surface of your skin. Furthermore, be wary of using any sunless tanners or skin bleaching creams prior to an appointment as these products can darken the surface of your skin further.
Laser hair removal treatments tend to be relatively painless, with minimal discomfort experienced during each procedure. Some individuals may have an adverse skin reaction to laser light exposure that causes reddening and itching in affected areas; should this occur, aloe vera gel can soothe skin irritation while decreasing any associated discomfort.
After having laser hair removal treatments, it’s vital that you avoid prolonged sun exposure in the underarm area for one week following each session. This includes both natural and artificial light sources; be mindful to cover up as you head outside in order to protect the area with clothing if going outside into direct sunlight. Furthermore, taking hot showers or baths after your sessions could cause burning or dryness to your underarm area and can prolong healing processes further.
After underarm laser hair removal, you may experience tender or itchy underarm areas which should subside within several days. You might also see some stubble on your underarm area from dead hairs that were destroyed by the laser that will fall out over five to 30 days; to accelerate this process further you can exfoliate your armpits in order to speed up this process.
Preparation
When you’re tired of shaving your underarms daily, laser hair removal could be the perfect solution. Not only is this permanent reduction quick, effective, and more convenient than shaving or waxing alone; but laser therapy may also reduce ingrown hairs and razor burn. Before taking the plunge with this long-term procedure though, you should know what lies in store for you.
First, schedule a consultation with a skincare specialist specializing in laser hair removal. They can assess your medical history and skin type to help determine if laser treatment is suitable for you, and may conduct a patch test to see how your body reacts to laser light.
During your treatment, you’ll sit comfortably in a chair while a small device directs laser energy directly at your underarms. Shaving is required prior to this process in order to allow for proper engagement between laser and hair follicles and avoid potential complications; additionally, artificial tanning beds should also be avoided in the days or weeks following your procedure.
Laser light energy targets melanin found in hair follicle pigment and absorbs it, damaging follicles that produce new hair growth. Results may take three or four treatments before becoming noticeable on underarms, though their benefits are typically long-lasting.
After your treatment, it is essential that your underarms be given special attention. In the first week, wear loose clothing that covers your armpits to shield direct UV rays. If necessary, apply an SPF with high protection factor when outdoors; aloe vera gel may be helpful if skin becomes irritated or itchy.
Maintain your maintenance treatments: Plan on coming for an appointment every six weeks or so for optimal results and ensure all hair follicles have been targeted, leaving no residual hair behind to regrow.
Radiance Skincare & Laser Medspa offers permanent underarm hair reduction to ease your daily life, so contact us now to schedule a consultation and set your mind at ease! With offices located in Fort Collins, Lakewood, Westminster and Colorado Springs – and featuring laser hair removal as an option! – our staff looks forward to helping you achieve smooth underarms! You won’t regret making this commitment; permanent reduction in unwanted hair can dramatically enhance the comfort of everyday routines.
Treatment
Laser hair removal is an ideal choice for those seeking to eliminate unsightly armpit hair quickly and painlessly. Additionally, this treatment works to permanently slow hair growth so you no longer have to worry about regrowing it later. Plus, laser treatments are generally safe for most people and can even be performed at dermatologist offices or beauty salons!
Lasers use light to target melanin pigment found in hair follicles, which gives hair its color and strength. Once targeted, melanin is destroyed by laser heat, leading hair follicles to stop producing new hair altogether. Each session usually only lasts a minute to ten minutes and most patients don’t experience any discomfort; using an ice pack may ease any minor pain experienced during treatments.
Your skincare professional will start the process by cleaning and anesthetizing the area if necessary, then they will place a device over each armpit, using laser light. While this may cause some slight tingling sensation, this should only last a few seconds before moving onto another armpit.
During your procedure, it is common to experience some redness or itching that will quickly subside within hours. After receiving treatment, direct sunlight should be avoided by wearing loose cotton clothing that covers your arms when outdoors and wearing protective sunscreen when outside. If any irritation develops afterwards, try applying aloe vera gel directly onto the affected area to provide soothing relief.
For optimal results, multiple treatment sessions will likely be required. Sessions should typically be spread out over six weeks so the laser can target each hair follicle at its most active phase of growth. Once all treatments have been administered, your underarm hair should have significantly decreased. Some individuals’ hair has even completely vanished while for others it has grown back much thinner and less densely than before treatment began.
Laser hair removal can not only save you time from shaving, waxing, and plucking your underarms but can also dramatically decrease body odor. By eliminating trapped sweat under your arms and significantly decreasing odor production by up to 90%. In order to maintain results you’ll need regular visits every few months or so but this effort is well worth your while as you won’t have to deal with ingrown hairs or smelly armpits again – it truly can change lives! Getting rid of unwanted armpit hair can have profoundly positive impacts that last far beyond cosmetic benefits – truly life-altering!
