Laser hair removal is safe for all skin types and should be performed year-round; all that matters is being smart about it.
Staying out of the sun 72 hours prior and post laser treatments is absolutely crucial in order to reduce risk of burning and scarring – both can be extremely painful conditions.
Avoid Sun Exposure
Laser hair removal is an effective and non-invasive way to get smooth, silky skin without having to shave or wax regularly. You can use laser hair removal on any part of your body where hair grows, including legs, arms, face, underarms and bikini area. Shaving and waxing may work temporarily but they often result in red bumpy skin afterwards whereas laser hair removal uses heat energy to destroy roots of hair follicles, thus stopping new growth over time.
Unfortunately, sun exposure can affect your laser hair removal sessions negatively. To ensure effective outcomes and side-effect-free laser hair removal sessions, it’s wise to refrain from sunbathing for two weeks prior and following each laser hair removal session – this will reduce any risks such as sunburns or hyper-pigmentation that could arise for those with heat sensitive skin.
On the day of or prior to an appointment, tanning should also be avoided as this will make it more difficult for laser hair removal to target hair follicles and cause side effects. Tannin makes it harder for laser to recognize melanin in hair which could compromise treatment effectiveness.
Apart from staying out of the sun, it’s also vitally important to wear sunscreen daily. Apply a broad spectrum sunscreen that offers adequate UVA/UVB ray protection; be sure to reapply regularly throughout the day, especially after swimming or going for a walk.
Opting out of sun exposure and tanning two weeks before laser hair removal treatments is the best way to keep your skin healthy before and after treatment. By adhering to these simple tips, you can ensure silky-smooth summer skin. For more information about laser hair removal and how it could benefit you, contact our team now – they will always be more than happy to answer your queries or arrange a consultation at our Tulsa, OK location!
Wear Sunscreen
When having laser hair removal done during the summer months, it may be tempting to wear shorts and bikinis; however, extended sun exposure can throw off your intervals, leading to less-effective results and potentially leading to scars or hyperpigmentation of the skin. When covering up in this manner, prolonged sun exposure won’t disrupt your intervals or healing processes but rather facilitate them more efficiently and could have far reaching consequences such as scarring.
To protect against risk, always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 to any area treated or currently being treated, including face, arms, legs and other places regularly exposed to sunlight and UV rays. It’s also wise to moisturize the treatment area several times throughout the day with fragrance-free lotion if spending much time outdoors.
Before seeking laser hair removal, it is wise to avoid direct sun exposure as well as tanning beds. Tanning beds may damage your skin in ways that won’t heal properly and increase your risk of side effects from laser treatment. In case your tanning appointment cannot be rescheduled for another date and time, use an alternative like spray or powder tanning that doesn’t require direct sun exposure instead.
Keep in mind that fake tans and sunless sun creams should also be avoided prior to laser hair removal as these will attract laser light and target melanin molecules that create issues for laser technology.
If you have outdoor plans before receiving laser treatment, it may be beneficial to postpone them until later in the fall or winter. That way, you can ensure you stay out of direct sunlight for two or three weeks prior to treatment and enjoy your visit to sunny places without worry!
Laser hair removal in the summer can be tricky, but it remains an effective option for anyone tired of shaving and waxing on a regular basis. With proper care and consideration you can achieve gorgeous, silky smooth skin even on the most sensitive body parts this summer!
Don’t Get Tanning Treatments
As summer days grow longer, tanning beds and beach-time sunburns become increasingly common. While shaving and waxing remain effective methods of hair removal, they may cause razor burns, ingrown hairs and other irritations on skin surfaces. Now with laser hair removal treatments you can achieve silky skin without pain – without compromise to quality of results!
However, as this could make your skin more sensitive. Additionally, any fake tanning products should be avoided for 2-3 weeks prior to and post treatment as this could also impair its effectiveness.
If you decide to undergo laser treatments, select areas of the body which don’t typically receive sunlight like underarms or legs – this way you can still enjoy summer weather while showing off silky smooth skin!
Keep in mind that laser hair removal requires multiple sessions before seeing noticeable results, so do not be tempted to skip any sessions or avoid applying sunscreen as this will ensure long-lasting results. Additionally, consider wearing sunblock over exposed areas – this will extend their effectiveness even more!
There may be misconceptions surrounding laser treatments in the summer months; however, thanks to modern technology, anyone with any skin tone can receive this procedure any time of year. Simply limit sun exposure and follow all recommended measures for safe treatment.
Though it may seem counter-intuitive, getting laser hair removal during summer could actually be better for your skin than waiting until winter. Shaving and waxing may cause ingrown hairs, skin redness and other unpleasant side effects while laser hair removal employs different methods to safely eliminate unwanted hair. By following these tips you can have smooth and silky skin without extra effort or risk to damage it further.
Avoid Excessive Exfoliation
Maintaining silky skin during summer is a goal many strive for, with traditional shaving, waxing and depilatory creams often the go-to solutions for this goal. Unfortunately these methods can result in cuts, stubble and ingrown hairs if done incorrectly; laser hair removal offers an effective, permanent and fast alternative that does not damage hair follicles like traditional methods do; to ensure optimal results it is important to follow proper aftercare guidelines such as avoiding direct sun exposure after your laser hair removal treatment session.
Sunlight can cause uneven pigmentation of your skin during summer, altering its hue either darker or lighter than expected and impacting laser hair removal treatments, producing less-than-optimal results. Therefore, it’s wise to limit exposure when getting laser hair removal treatments on areas easily exposed to the sunlight such as your face, legs, or other vulnerable regions such as arms and chest.
An additional way to prevent uneven pigmentation is avoiding excessive exfoliation in the days prior to laser hair removal appointments. Exfoliation may remove too much epidermis, leaving hair follicles too large for laser treatments to properly target, leading to less-effective laser sessions due to ineffective targeting.
To avoid this, be sure to wait 24 hours after laser hair removal before initiating exfoliation with gentle exfoliating products, but don’t overdo it.
Keep these tips in mind to enjoy summer without being concerned about how your skin will appear following laser hair removal sessions. Keep in mind that professional treatment requires specific settings on a LightSheer Duet machine for each skin type; and prior to scheduling treatments it would be wise to consult your physician and ensure it’s safe. For more information on how laser hair removal can help achieve silky-smooth skin contact Luminare Aesthetics and Wellness today to schedule a consultation appointment!
