Laser hair removal offers a long-term solution to unwanted hair. But waxing the area before beginning treatment could reduce its efficacy and make treatment less effective.
Be wary of plucking or waxing before scheduling a laser hair removal appointment. Shaving is preferable; plucking and waxing prevent the laser from targeting pigment in hair follicles effectively.
What Happens if You Wax Before Your Laser Hair Removal Session?
Laser hair removal can be an ideal way to permanently eliminate unwanted hair on your face, arms, legs or bikini area. Not only can it save time in terms of shaving, tweezing and waxing efforts, but doing your research on what you should expect during treatment will ensure an excellent experience.
Before your laser treatment, it is advisable to avoid plucking or waxing as this uproots hair follicles and interferes with its ability to identify pigmented areas for treatment by disabling them with laser light. Also avoid coloring or bleaching hair as this interferes with laser work on it – shaving is acceptable though as it only removes top layers without uprooting roots.
Make sure the skin being treated is as clean as possible before beginning treatment with laser therapy. Lotions, ointments, makeup and deodorant can all impair its effectiveness by blocking its beam from reaching hair follicles; so to maximize results it’s advisable to thoroughly cleanse this area with soap and water prior to your session.
As part of your laser hair removal sessions, it is wise to refrain from tanning before and after treatments; tanning leaves skin too dark for laser targeting while it can also lead to irritation and burns. In case you become uncomfortable during any part of treatment, having numbing cream on hand could prove invaluable.
Follow these tips and your laser hair removal treatment will be an enjoyable and successful one. Results should become visible after just a few sessions, with many individuals experiencing permanent hair reduction. In the end, you’ll be glad you opted for laser over razor to get rid of unwanted hair!
Are you curious to discover more about laser hair removal and what its benefits could be for you? Reach out to us right now so that we can schedule a consultation session!
What Happens if You Wax After Your Laser Hair Removal Session?
Waxing will slow the rate of hair regrowth, potentially making laser hair removal less effective. Waxing also removes pigment from hair follicles, making it harder for laser beams to identify them effectively and zap them away. Therefore, it is wiser to wait at least several weeks between waxing and laser hair removal sessions in order to maximize effectiveness of treatment and achieve the results you desire.
There are other reasons you should refrain from waxing before laser hair removal treatments. Regular users of wax can irritate their skin, leading to blistering and scarring if done too frequently; to allow the body and face time for healing prior to any laser procedures it’s wise to stop waxing for several days prior to laser therapy sessions so your body has time to adapt.
As part of your treatment experience, it’s also advised that no lotions, creams, or other products be applied directly onto the treatment area skin. Furthermore, excessive sun exposure could result in skin damage, redness and swelling; which would only make things more unpleasant during a treatment process.
Waxing can be expensive and adds up quickly over time – even just once every month would cost over $37,800 by 50! That is money that could have been put to better use elsewhere! By forgoing waxing altogether you could also save yourself some cash!
Laser treatments are more cost-effective and less painful than waxing, with permanent results. Depilatory creams or shaving can irritate skin, leading to razor cuts or ingrown hairs; laser treatments also increase hair growth over time so it’s essential that maintenance sessions take place if you want real, long-term results – you won’t have to keep waxing new hairs between appointments! You will feel happier without needing to constantly wax over new ones between sessions!
What Happens if You Wax After Your Laser Hair Removal Maintenance Session?
Laser hair removal is an ideal solution for anyone seeking relief from shaving, tweezing and cream-based solutions to unwanted hair growth. Although its results last as long as treatment sessions continue, some individuals experience patchy new growth once their series of sessions is complete.
These new hairs may be due to hormonal fluctuations within your body rather than waxing; while this is completely normal, it’s important not to fall back into waxing after the series of laser treatment sessions are finished as this removes hair roots and damages follicles again, rendering laser therapy treatment less effective.
Before beginning laser treatment, it is recommended to refrain from any hair removal methods which uproot hair, such as plucking or waxing, for at least four weeks prior to your next session. This allows the laser to identify pigment that resides within each hair follicle – essential in making this procedure successful.
Apart from that, it’s wise to limit sun exposure in the treated area as too much direct sun can increase your risk of skin burns and other complications following laser hair removal sessions. Furthermore, be sure to inform your laser hair removal technician of any medications you are currently or have recently been taking that may interfere with treatment and cause skin sensitivity or other issues after each session.
Laser hair removal remains a safe, quick, and convenient method to eliminate unwanted hair. Treatment typically is relatively painless; most men and women describe the experience as feeling “like rubber bands flicking your skin.” After your appointment may leave red, swollen or sensitive areas. In such instances, apply cooling aloe vera gel to soothe any discomfort or burning sensations that arise from it.
Are You Looking Forward to Saying Goodbye to Razors and Waxing Methods and Welcome the Freedom of Permanent Hair Reduction? Don’t delay booking your consultation with our knowledgeable team – do it today!
What Happens if You Wax After Your Laser Hair Removal Maintenance Top-Up Session?
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment and root of unwanted hair and disabling it, so in preparation for laser sessions it is best to avoid plucking or waxing for several weeks prior to treatment. Shaving is acceptable as this leaves both shaft and root intact.
Waxing prior to laser treatment will reduce its effectiveness and risk damaging your skin, potentially leading to redness, swelling, or blisters in the treated area. Therefore, it is recommended that no waxing be performed for at least six weeks prior to beginning another session of laser therapy.
Waxing disrupts hair follicles by pulling them out at their roots, making it harder for laser treatment to permanently disable them. If waxing tempts you, consider scheduling an additional top-up laser session instead; these sessions are designed to minimize any remaining fine blond hairs after full course laser therapy treatment has taken effect.
At your laser hair removal appointment, you will sit comfortably on a treatment chair while we apply numbing cream to the targeted area before beginning treatment. This helps avoid any potential discomfort caused by laser therapy and will make for more efficient outcomes.
Following your laser session, the treated area may become red and swollen for several hours following treatment. This discomfort can be eased with cold compresses and light cream or lotion applied directly onto the area in need. However, it’s important not to rub too vigorously against it, as excessive movement could open pores that lead to infection.
Avoid direct sun exposure by applying an SPF 30+ sunscreen when venturing outdoors, and refraining from natural or artificial tanning beds.
Interested in laser hair removal packages from LH Spa & Rejuvenation? Don’t wait another moment – contact them immediately and book your initial consultation online or over the phone now! During this session we can create the ideal laser treatment cycle that maximizes results while minimising side effects.
