Within 48 hours of having laser hair removal, it is wise to avoid exercising that causes sweat. This is because sweat contains bacteria which could wreak havoc with newly-lasered skin causing rashes, blisters or infection.
Avoiding excess sweat is unachievable, but you can reduce its risks by exercising in a cool place. Here are some guidelines for working out after laser hair removal.
Sweating can irritate the skin
Sweat contains bacteria that can irritate sensitive hair follicles and produce volatile organic compounds with offensive odors to produce body odor. Antiperspirants and deodorants only alleviate or mask these problems; to ensure lasting results it is wiser to try avoiding sweating or exercising directly after laser treatment in order to minimize skin irritation and infections.
After laser hair removal, it is recommended to avoid exercises which cause sweating for 24-48 hours afterward, since sweat can irritate the skin and lead to complications like rashes or infections which delay healing processes. Tanning should also be avoided as it can exacerbate existing skin issues further.
After laser hair removal, it is especially important to refrain from sweating in order to protect the area surrounding the affected follicles from any possible laser damage that might damage their bases and cause clogs in pores, leading to bacterial infection, red scabs and swelling as a result. Infected bacteria could spread further throughout your body and be potentially dangerous.
Some individuals may experience some minor irritation and swelling after receiving laser hair removal treatments, which should not be harmful. A cool compress or moisturizer can be useful in soothing these areas; perfume or deodorant should also be avoided to help the area remain clean while aiding its recovery.
One common belief regarding laser hair removal is that it will prevent sweating in the treated area. Unfortunately, this is untrue as laser light only targets hair follicles and has no bearing on sweat glands producing moisture.
Before seeking laser hair removal treatments, it is wise to consult a dermatologist first. He or she can recommend the appropriate course of treatment and tell you how best to prepare for it; such as avoiding sweating while exercising and covering any exposed areas when doing physical activities.
If your body hair growth is extensive, it will take multiple treatments before seeing results. After these initial sessions have concluded, maintenance sessions may also be necessary to maintain results.
It can cause a rash
After laser hair removal, sweating may become normal; however, excessive sweating may result in a rash due to irritation to the skin from excessive perspiration. Therefore, it is advised not to sweat for 48 hours post laser hair removal to allow time for healing of your area and any subsequent exercise should involve gentle forms like yoga or light aerobic exercises that don’t raise body temperatures too quickly.
After laser treatment, it is also vitally important to use a gentle cleanser or soap in order to prevent bacteria from building up in the pores. Furthermore, deodorant should be left off until your skin has fully recovered; deodorants can cling to hair shafts, leading to an uncomfortable rash while making it more difficult for bacteria to escape the body.
Keep in mind that for 48 hours after laser hair removal, it is wise to avoid going to the gym. Your skin may be particularly delicate at this point and friction from workouts could cause blisters and rashes. Also avoid hot showers, baths and steam rooms as these can raise skin temperature further and aggravate any existing irritations.
Laser hair removal involves pressing a handheld laser instrument against your skin. The heat from this laser then damages hair follicles, inhibiting future growth. Some instruments also feature cooling devices or gel at their tip for protection of your skin from potential damages; depending on your skin type, you may only experience mild discomfort from this treatment.
After your procedure, it is advisable not to swim in either a pool or ocean for two days afterward as water may irritate the treated area and increase sweating. Furthermore, tanning on this region should also be avoided.
Avoid shaving or waxing the area until it has fully recovered from laser hair removal, to maximize effectiveness of treatment and decrease chances of ingrown hairs. If shaving must occur before your session, try doing it the day before; alternatively use a razor with dull blade and make small strokes.
It can lead to infection
Sweat can irritate sensitive hair follicles and result in skin infection, making it essential to refrain from sweating after laser hair removal treatment. Wear loose clothing and moisturize with body moisturizer to minimize this possibility; additionally avoid exercise and tanning prior to laser treatments for maximum success. If sweat does accumulate after laser treatment, use cool compresses on the affected area to soothe irritation or try an anti-itch cream or ointment to relieve inflammation or itching.
Laser hair removal can be painful in the initial hours after each session and you may notice redness or swelling in the treated area. Most often, discomfort lasts only for minutes but could last longer if treatment involves large areas. Some people also report experiencing a burning sensation – if this is something you experience it is important to consult your physician immediately.
Laser hair removal involves pressing a handheld laser instrument against your skin, featuring a cooling device or gel that protects and decreases risk. After activating the laser, heat travels through your skin and destroys hair follicles; once gone, unwanted hair will gradually vanish over time.
Since laser energy penetrates only superficially, its effect on internal organs and skin remains unaffected. Since sweat contains bacteria that can exacerbate sensitive hair follicles and lead to infection, it is wise to refrain from exercise for 48 hours post laser treatments; alternatively cover any treated areas with clothing and sunscreen while outside.
Laser hair removal can effectively eliminate unwanted body hair and eliminate the need for shaving, waxing and depilation. As one of the safest and most effective ways to get rid of hair, laser treatments should only ever be undertaken at medically run clinics with appropriate aftercare instructions from their physician; cheap deals or back door offices that offer laser services should be avoided at all costs.
It can cause redness
After laser hair removal, sweat glands on the skin become highly sensitive to heat. Sweat is produced through two kinds of glands – eccrine glands that open directly onto the surface of the skin and apocrine glands near hair follicles; latter glands tend to be particularly active where most hair grows (armpits and pubic area). Excessive sweating after laser hair removal may irritate and chafe your skin leading to redness, infection or even worse – aggravating pores which create breeding grounds for bacteria!
As exercise can irritate your treated area, it is advisable to refrain from strenuous physical activity for 48 hours after receiving laser hair removal treatment. If necessary, try walking instead of running or other strenuous forms of exercise; loose-fitting clothing should also help protect the treated area from friction and chafing; additionally using an antiseptic or astringent may help clear away sweat build-up or any smelly odors in this affected area.
If you decide to exercise after laser hair removal treatments, make sure the weather is cool. Excessive sweating can irritate the skin and lead to redness, inflammation and other side effects. Apply cold compresses or ice wrapped in cloth over treated areas to ease pain and swelling; additionally avoid hot baths or showers which raise body temperatures which in turn irritate them further.
Before swimming again after having laser hair removal done, at least 48 hours should pass before entering a pool containing chemicals or bacteria which could exacerbate symptoms. If necessary, use an antiseptic before entering. Furthermore, sun exposure after laser hair removal sessions should also be avoided as too much exposure could make your skin appear sunburnt or irritated.
Before beginning laser hair removal, it’s essential that you shave the area you wish to have treated in order to stop hair regrowth and block access to its source follicle. Furthermore, plucking, waxing or bleaching your hair before having your session should also be avoided as much as possible – at least four to six weeks should pass between sessions for best results.
