Laser treatments require some hair for effective targeting of melanin in it, therefore we do not advise waxing or plucking before your appointment.
Shaving can leave small temporary grazes on your skin’s surface that will take several days to heal; don’t panic – they are harmless.
Shaving
Shaving is a common method of hair removal among both men and women. Unfortunately, however, shaving can also be time-consuming and result in razor bumps which take days to heal. If you’re tired of shaving and are searching for an easier alternative solution, laser hair removal could be just the solution!
Before your appointment, it’s advisable to shave 24 hours beforehand in order to achieve optimal hair length. Otherwise, the laser could target only top layers of skin rather than target hair follicles deep beneath. A sharp razor will ensure you don’t irritate or cause further discomfort to your skin.
Before shaving, avoid lotion and soap that contain moisturizers as these can increase bacteria on the surface of your skin and promote an overgrowth of bacteria on its surface. Furthermore, avoid tanning in the weeks leading up to your appointment as sunburnt or tanned skin can become more susceptible to laser treatments than untanned skin can be.
For optimal results, it is best to shave the area gently with a new razor. This will ensure no cuts or nicks on your skin and that no irritation occurs in the area. If you need assistance shaving correctly before receiving laser therapy treatments, feel free to reach out! If any questions arise on how best to shave before your laser therapy treatment session begins, feel free to speak to an aesthetician!
If you are getting laser hair removal done on your legs, shaving with the grain is recommended to help avoid any abrasions or nicks that could potentially lead to infection later. Also try not to shave areas that have recently been waxed or epilated as this may lead to scabs forming on them.
If you are curious about laser hair removal, call our office and arrange an appointment. Our experienced staff would be delighted to answer any of your queries and start you down the path towards smooth, silky skin! We hope to see you soon!
Waxing
Before beginning laser hair removal, it is vital that you take proper care in protecting your skin. Doing this can prevent unwanted side effects and ensure the treatment is as successful as possible. Prep work, like shaving before an appointment is also beneficial and safe if done properly – one popular preparation method being shaving in the morning of an appointment for laser hair removal.
To achieve the optimal results from laser hair removal treatments, it is ideal to shave either the night before or morning of treatment. This is because the laser must see individual hair follicles to effectively remove hair. If your hair is too long, its energy may become dispersed and won’t be effective against hair follicles; similarly plucking or waxing could hinder its effectiveness as well.
On the morning of your treatment, it is also crucial that you use a sharp razor when shaving in order to decrease ingrown hairs and make shaving easier. Furthermore, be sure to exfoliate before shaving in order to help the razor glide more easily over your skin – this will help prevent irritation or redness from following up later.
Laser hair removal works by targeting pigment in hair follicles to kill them permanently, leading to finer and sparser growth of hair regrowth than before. Multiple sessions may be required in order to reach desired results; shave between sessions if unwanted growth appears.
Follow your technician’s advice regarding shaving and other preparations for optimal results. They can offer personalized instructions tailored specifically to your situation and skin type, in addition to answering any queries that arise. Furthermore, be aware if any medications that could potentially cause light sensitivity could impact their advice, in which case make sure your specialist knows immediately.
Tweezing
If you’re tired of shaving, waxing, or plucking unwanted hair, laser hair removal could be the ideal solution. This treatment uses a concentrated beam of light to destroy hair follicles responsible for producing unwanted hair, thus preventing further growth. Between laser sessions it is still permissible to shave as normal – however shave improperly could damage skin and compromise results.
Shaving before or the night before laser hair removal appointments can be helpful for enabling your therapist to effectively target any follicles they find during your appointment. This way, they’re easier to find.
Before your appointment, it is also wise to avoid using depilatory creams that pull hair from its roots – this prevents the laser from targeting and zapping it effectively during your session.
If you absolutely must use depilatory creams, be sure to exfoliate the area three to four days prior to your laser treatment appointment in order to make sure there’s no hidden hair lurking underneath the surface of your skin that could cause irritation during laser therapy.
On the day of your laser hair removal appointment, it is also wise to forgo moisturizer when shaving as this can inhibit its use and lead to cuts or nicks in your skin surface.
When shaving, make sure that only new, sharp blades are used. A dull razor may cause nicks which lead to infections or other health complications; try shaving gently without applying pressure, instead moving your razor across your skin surface gently with light pressure.
Shaving too harshly can irritate the skin and lead to red and sensitive patches as well as painful ingrown hairs, both unsightly and uncomfortable. If you are unsure whether shaving before your laser hair removal appointment is safe for treatment, consult with your technician who may offer additional tips to ensure it’s suitable.
Bleaching
Laser hair removal works by targeting and disrupting hair follicles to stop growth of new strands, slowing their progress and eventually stopping altogether. That’s why other methods like waxing, plucking and tweezing don’t work well as they remove hair directly from its source and could damage skin as a result of pulling. Shaving is acceptable as it doesn’t affect hair follicles. Therefore it is advisable to shave the area being treated several days prior to scheduling an appointment so as not to disrupt them further.
Shaving will allow the laser to more effectively target the follicles beneath your skin’s surface, and can lower your risk of burning it. Use only sharp, new razors so as to not end up cutting or nicking areas of skin. It’s also important to be forthcoming regarding any medications taken as some can cause light sensitivity.
Ideally, shave at least several days prior to your laser hair removal appointment in order for hair length and density to match up for an effective session and to allow enough time for follicles to heal from being exposed to laser heat.
Before your laser hair removal treatment, it’s also wise to avoid other hair removal techniques like waxing and tweezing that disrupt hair follicles and prevent it from receiving energy from laser light sources. Instead, shaving is recommended in preparation for your appointment.
Before your appointment, it is a wise idea to avoid direct sunlight and apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 50+ protection, as sunburned or tanned skin can make you more sensitive to laser treatment. If anything increases your sensitivity further, talk to your technician immediately, who may provide an ointment or cream for relief if needed.
