Laser hair removal is a safe and effective method to eliminate unwanted body hair. However, side effects may include sweating.
Your doctor will use a handheld device with an activating laser and press it against your skin to activate the laser treatment, with some having cool gel tip to protect your skin and minimize side effects.
1. You’ll feel hot
Laser hair removal not only targets pigment in hair, but can also heat up and disrupt sweat glands, leading to uncomfortable sensations after laser hair removal. Luckily, this feeling typically goes away once sweat glands return to functioning normally again.
Therefore, after laser treatment it’s crucial to avoid hot showers, saunas, and steam rooms to avoid reddening of the area or irritation. A moisturizer may help alleviate dryness or itchiness caused by laser treatments.
After laser treatment, it’s wise to avoid activities which will make you sweat like running, swimming, dancing, spin classes, yoga weight training crossfit and Zumba for 24-48 hours as sweat can irritate delicate hair follicles leading to rash or skin disease.
Under ideal conditions and without working up too much sweat, light exercise should be doable after your laser treatment. Take a walk or go jogging (if it’s not too warm outside). Just wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing that won’t rub against the treated area too much. Avoid tanning altogether since UV rays from sunlight can burn and damage skin – instead wear protective clothing such as hats and clothing when outdoors as a form of protection; apply broad spectrum SPF sunscreen daily, use cold compresses on sore spots if they appear; use cold compresses and soothing lotions to relieve the pain caused by exposure.
2. You’ll have a burning sensation
Laser hair removal is an efficient and safe method to get rid of unwanted body and facial hair. A laser beam targets pigment in hair follicles to heat them up and destroy them; however, the heat of the laser may also affect sweat glands which could make you sweat more than usual or burn during exercise in hot weather. While this side effect may persist for some time after laser treatment has concluded, this should subside with time as your skin heals itself.
After laser hair removal, it is crucial that excessive sweating be prevented in order to prevent rashes or blisters from developing. Any product which could make the skin sweat excessively should also be avoided such as taking hot showers or sauna sessions; loose clothing and moisturizing products can help your skin from drying out as well.
After laser hair removal, you should wait at least 4-5 days before shaving to reduce any burning sensation or aggravation caused by laser treatment. Furthermore, staying out of direct sunlight for some time after laser therapy will allow your skin to heal more efficiently.
Though you cannot control sweating after laser treatment, try your best not to exercise too soon afterwards in order to reduce risks of rash, blisters and infections in the treatment area. For optimal results follow aftercare instructions given by your dermatologist or professional who performed your laser procedure; these may differ slightly based on your personal circumstances and skin type.
3. You’ll have a rash
Based on your skin type, laser hair removal treatments may cause redness and stinging sensations (erythema). Furthermore, many people report experiencing itching; usually this subsides within a week or two; otherwise consult a dermatologist who will recommend topical creams such as Sudocream or After Inked that can provide temporary relief from itching.
Avoid hot baths, showers and saunas for 2-3 days after your laser hair removal treatment as these can increase skin temperatures and cause discomfort. Furthermore, it is advisable not to wax or shave the area immediately following treatment, as this would prevent laser light from targeting hair follicles directly; rather shave on the day prior.
Rash after laser hair removal results from inflammation in the skin, which is further exasperated by sweating and heat exposure. Aside from developing a rash, other symptoms include itching, pain and blisters.
After laser hair removal, it’s important to exercise with caution when engaging in intense physical activities. You should generally refrain from engaging in strenuous activity for at least 24 to 48 hours post-session, particularly if it involves sweaty areas like legs or bikini line. If sweat occurs while exercising then apply cool compress or moisturizer as soon as possible in order to relieve dryness and itching. Swimming should also be avoided because chlorine increases skin temperature causing irritation leading to complications like infections and ingrown hairs.
4. You’ll have a blister
Laser hair removal utilizes light energy to target pigment in hair follicles and heat them up for destruction, as well as reach nearby tissues – including sweat glands – where its heat may temporarily disrupt their functions and reduce sweat production temporarily. However, this side effect will only last several days or weeks at most.
As part of your efforts to calm your skin after treatment, it’s recommended that you shower with cold water instead of hot water after showering. Also important: sun exposure if your skin has blisters should be limited by wearing SPF 50+ sunscreen when outdoors; over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen may be beneficial in managing any discomfort experienced by taking frequent doses as needed.
Following your laser hair removal treatment, it is also best to avoid shaving the treatment area for 24 hours as this can irritate it further. If necessary, use a cooling lubricant such as petroleum jelly to make shaving as comfortable as possible.
Avoid discomfort while healing blisters by soaking a washcloth in cold water and applying it directly onto the affected area for several minutes at a time, remembering to switch it out every few minutes for fresh ones.
Blisters usually aren’t an indication of serious infection; however, you should seek medical advice if they become infected or accompany other symptoms like fever or chills. Most times the blisters will resolve themselves after several days – however if they persist further it would be wise to contact your dermatologist.
5. You’ll have a rash
If you sweat after laser hair removal, your skin may become red and itchy; this is completely normal and shouldn’t last more than a few days. To soothe any symptoms associated with irritation on the skin, soothing creams may provide temporary relief; otherwise it would be wise to visit a dermatologist or pharmacist in order to discuss potential solutions for persistent itching.
Laser hair removal often causes an allergic reaction due to its destruction of hair follicles, leading to itchy rashes that result. You should try resisting the urge to scratch as this could result in scarring and worsen your condition further. Instead, consider applying cooling cream such as Sudocream or After Inked (for tattoo removal), both products contain zinc which can soothe itchy spots.
At times, laser hair removal treatments may cause hives. While such reactions are extremely rare, it’s wise to seek medical assistance if any appear as they could indicate more serious health concerns. If large patches occur with fever-like symptoms or there are other medical concerns involved then seek advice immediately from your healthcare provider.
After laser hair removal, it is strongly advised that any activity which would make you sweat for 48 hours after treatment (unless in a cold environment ). This will allow your follicles time to heal; such activities include running, swimming, hot showers or saunas, dance classes and any others that cause perspiration. In addition, refraining from shaving the area as its hair will eventually return on its own over time without needing to rush things along.
