After your laser hair removal treatment, it is not unusual to experience some hair shedding; this is an indicator that it was successful and should be considered an indication that exfoliation will help clear away damaged strands before shaving.
Waxing and plucking should also be avoided to maximize the success of laser treatments. Such practices remove hair directly from its root, significantly lessening their effectiveness.
Wait a Few Days
Once your laser hair removal session has finished, it is wise to wait at least 24 hours before shaving the area that was treated. This gives time for treated hairs to fall out on their own while giving your skin time to recover and heal properly from treatment. Shaving too soon or close can increase sensitivity, lessening its effectiveness or making skin worse overall.
As part of your recovery period, it’s essential that the area treated remains clean and free of scented or perfumed products, including showering with tepid water instead of hot or scalding temperatures. Also avoid exfoliating scrubs or loofahs until after your skin has had time to recover fully.
When it comes time for shaving, it is advisable to choose a shaving gel or cream without soap and alcohol content as this can help make the experience as quick and pain-free as possible while helping avoid razor burn and bumps. Furthermore, it would be wise to use either a new razor or disposable one which has been freshly sharpened before beginning your shave session.
Those concerned with how quickly hair will grow back after receiving laser hair removal should rest easy knowing that most clients experience significant reductions in hair between sessions after 2-3 sessions of laser treatments; it is recommended to attend for multiple visits in order to maximize results.
Many people ask if waxing should be done between laser hair removal appointments, but this is generally not advised as this could affect the effectiveness of treatments by pulling out hairs from their roots beneath your skin’s surface. One exception may be waxing the area before going in for laser hair removal as this can be more efficient than shaving and won’t interfere with any aspect of treatment in any way.
Avoid Shaving
After laser hair removal, it’s essential to allow the treated area to heal properly before shaving it again. Too early shaving may irritate skin and cause further damage; rather wait several days (varies depending on person and treatment); in general however for bikini wax treatments this timeframe should be three-four days as this enables follicles to recover while decreasing risks of infections.
After beginning laser treatments, it is also wise to refrain from other forms of hair removal for an equal length of time. Waxing and tweezing remove hair directly from its root which could interfere with laser treatments; you can still shave but make sure that you use the least painful method possible so as to not cause skin irritation.
After giving yourself time, shave the affected area as normal, using a gentle razor without using products with strong fragrances or chemicals that could irritate or further sensitize the skin. Instead, try opting for one with ergonomic designs or multiple settings to accommodate different types of hair growth.
After laser treatment, you may also notice your hair begins to fall out a few days post. This is normal and a great sign that the treatment worked; these hairs were damaged by the laser and no longer grow back. To speed up this process, exfoliate regularly; this won’t directly help damage all of the hairs but should ensure all are affected.
After receiving laser hair removal treatments, it is wise to avoid direct sunlight. Exposure to its harsh UV rays can cause irreparable damage to the skin and could permanently undermine results from laser treatments. If necessary, apply high SPF sunscreen over affected area before heading outdoors; wear wide-brimmed hat or long sleeves when outside and apply an SPF50+ SPF sunscreen if necessary. Also try and avoid activities which generate sweat such as working out or attending gym because these can build up bacteria that cause infection on sensitive skin which has been exposed during treatments.
Exfoliate
Exfoliation is essential in maintaining healthy, blemish-free skin. But after laser hair removal, exfoliating must be conducted carefully and delicately to avoid damaging delicate tissues in the treated area or causing irritation. A gentle exfoliant such as one containing lactic acid will loosen dead skin cells which trap hair follicles and inhibit new growth while an aloe vera gel moisturizer provides cooling healing, and moisturizing properties to aid recovery more quickly after laser treatments.
Your doctor may recommend shaving the area several days prior to laser treatment in order to achieve an appropriate length for laser hair removal. However, it’s important that redness, swelling, and itching have resolved themselves before you shave again; any forced hair removal techniques such as tweezing could disrupt hair’s natural growth cycle and could cancel out future laser sessions.
After receiving laser hair removal, it is best to limit sun exposure until your skin has completely recovered. UV rays from the sun can damage skin cells and increase risk of burns; if necessary, wear a wide-brimmed hat and long sleeves as protection and apply an SPF 30+ sunscreen product for additional safeguarding of the skin.
If you need advice about when and how to exfoliate after laser hair removal, consult with a dermatologist or physician immediately. They will offer the appropriate advice based on your skin type and situation.
Although it is best to wait a few days before shaving the treated area, you may opt to exfoliate as soon as the redness, swelling and itching have subsided. Exfoliate only once or twice weekly so as to avoid damaging your skin further and excessive scratching will only further irritate it and delay its natural shedding process.
Skip the Moisturizer
While it’s essential to keeping your skin clean after laser hair removal, certain steps could lead to clogged pores. Applying too much lotion or cream could cause them to close up completely and hinder laser’s ability to reach hair follicles and drain their growth hormones; in addition, these products could irritate or discomfort the skin further.
Avoid waxing and plucking areas treated by laser hair removal sessions. Waxing removes hair at its source, which counteracts with the laser’s light beam that targets and destroys follicles to stop future hair growth.
Chemical peels and IPL photofacials should also wait several weeks after having laser treatment before scheduling these procedures, to avoid irritation to your skin caused by chemicals used. Otherwise, permanent damage may result.
After laser treatment sessions, it is wise to avoid hot showers, baths and saunas as these activities may irritate your skin and lead to redness, burning and blistering in the area being treated. Instead, opt for cooler showers with soothing lotion for additional comfort.
After laser hair removal, you may experience some shedding of unwanted hair. This is perfectly normal and an indicator that the lasers were successful; however, it’s essential not to shave the area afterwards, since damaged shedding hairs cannot regrow and shaving can lead to razor burn and ingrown hairs.
Once the shedding process is over, you can shave as usual. We suggest always using a razor that is brand new and sharp in order to achieve a comfortable shave without risk of razor burn, ingrown hairs or any other complications. Furthermore, exfoliation before shaving may help remove damaged hairs to ensure a more thorough shave.
