Ditch your razor and waxing and experience laser hair removal instead! Enjoy life hair-free.
Laser treatments may result in skin reddening and itching, while some hair may fall out immediately while others take days or weeks to shed their locks.
People with darker-colored hair and lighter skin usually see the most effective results from laser therapy treatments. In order to maximize results, avoid sunbathing or sunless tanning during the weeks prior to receiving laser treatment.
What to Expect
Laser hair removal is an efficient, pain-free solution to unwanted body hair, suitable for all skin types and proven permanent results. Less painful than traditional waxing, shaving or plucking methods; no nicks and cuts required from these methods; plus no ingrown hairs or razor burn.
As opposed to other hair removal methods, laser treatments target specific hair follicles without harming surrounding skin. You should undergo six to eight treatment sessions over several months for maximum effectiveness.
Prior to your laser treatment appointment, it is necessary to shave the area being treated. This is due to laser only being capable of targeting hair that adheres to your skin rather than at its base; additionally shaving prevents ingrown hairs that could arise as a result.
As part of any successful laser hair removal treatment, it is also crucial to avoid sun exposure as tanned or naturally darker skin can interfere with its ability to target dark hairs effectively.
If you plan to be outside, be sure to apply sunscreen and cover yourself up with a hat or scarf for added protection from the sun. In addition, tanning beds should be avoided altogether and fake tanning products should not be used prior to going outdoors.
First treatments often cause more discomfort, with subsequent visits causing less sensation than before. Your laser technician may recommend using numbing cream on larger areas – you can purchase over-the-counter versions from most drugstores to ensure adequate numbing before your appointment.
Once your treatment has concluded, you may notice new hairs growing back in the area of treatment. Although this might be alarming, this is actually completely normal! These new hairs are simply remnants of previous hair that the laser was unable to target due to color or location factors; eventually these new ones will also fall out over time – leaving behind your silky smooth new look!
Preparation
Before beginning laser hair removal treatments, it is essential that you abstain from plucking, waxing and electrolysis as well as any exposure to sunlight. Your physician will test for skin sensitivity before marking out where you’ll receive treatment; during it you will feel what feels like tiny stings which may last from minutes up to an hour depending on the size of the area being addressed. Post treatment, your skin might appear reddened and swollen so a cold compress and moisturizers should be used post laser hair removal treatments in order to keep skin from reddening and swelling post laser treatment sessions.
Laser hair removal involves placing a handheld device over the targeted area and emitting pulses of laser light through pulsed laser pulses that penetrate deep into the skin to heat up pigment cells and destroy hair follicles, thus slowing or stopping hair growth altogether. Your physician may suggest topical anesthetic for added comfort during this treatment session.
After your laser hair removal treatment, you may notice some hair fall out in the weeks that follow. This is likely due to being in anagen phase and susceptible to the laser’s heat. While speeding this process up may be possible by rubbing, scrubbing, or shaving the area directly, such methods should be avoided as they could result in the loss of other healthy follicles as well.
With full course of laser hair removal treatments, you can expect between 70-90% permanent hair reduction on the body. A course typically comprises of six sessions that are spaced out over 4-6 weeks apart for optimal results.
Make sure that your dermatologist knows if you have any medical conditions or take medications (particularly acne treatments or antiseizure drugs ) which could make your skin sensitive to light. Furthermore, discuss any skin allergies with them as this could impact how effective the treatment will be.
Treatment
As you may already be aware, results vary from person to person based on factors like hair and skin tone. Here is what to expect during the laser treatment process:
At the start of your procedure, your practitioner will press a hand-held laser instrument against the surface of your skin. A cooling device or gel may be applied to minimise discomfort; additionally a topical anesthetic may also be administered if necessary. Once activated, this light-based beam of energy targets pigment in hair follicles to disable their growth thereby diminishing hair regrowth.
Your body has a natural way of replacing damaged pigment with new, healthy ones – leading to smoother and softer skin in the treated area. Laser hair removal offers permanent hair reduction to permanently rid yourself of stubble or stray hairs that might otherwise bother you; making this an attractive solution for men and women alike who have become frustrated by shaving, waxing or tweezing themselves daily.
Following laser treatment, it is normal to experience some mild irritation that should subside within several hours. To speed the healing process faster and avoid scab formation, use an ointment or moisturizing cream two to five times per day on the affected area; but refrain from rubbing or scratching it as this could damage healing tissue further.
Most individuals require two to six laser treatments for optimal results. This number may depend on factors like their hair color and skin tone as well as where they reside.
Laser skin rejuvenation utilizes similar technology as laser hair removal, targeting deeper layers of your dermis for rejuvenation. It works to combat signs of aging by stimulating natural collagen production within your body – smoothing and evening out your complexion tone over time.
After six laser treatments, you will notice an immediate change to the tone and texture of your skin – including reduced sun spots and freckles.
Laser hair removal treatments tend to work best on those with dark hair and light skin, due to the contrast between their pigmented locks and skin pigment, enabling laser light to target hair follicles without harming surrounding tissue. Undergoing this treatment might not be advised if you have tanned or darker skin as light energy will struggle more to target follicles without causing irreparable damage.
Aftercare
Laser hair removal may cause temporary skin irritation similar to razor burn, so taking over-the-counter pain relievers and using skin moisturizers may help ease any discomfort and redness. When showering, pat skin dry rather than rub while showering as normal; use gentle, moisturizing soap instead; avoid hot showers and baths which could result in skin burns or blistering.
If you are experiencing itching in the treatment area, we advise applying a cool compress several times each day to relieve irritation. Furthermore, for two days post treatment it is advised that no sweating take place as sweat can compromise freshly treated areas.
Most individuals require multiple laser treatments spaced four to six weeks apart in order to reach long-lasting results. Once your practitioner determines that you have reached optimal results, she may move you onto maintenance top-up treatments every 3-12 months depending on your hair cycle and hormones.
As part of your laser hair removal treatment, the key point to keep in mind when wearing sunscreen with high SPF levels on any treated areas to reduce risk of light spots and sunburns. Tanning can increase risk, so tanning should also be avoided to minimize potential light spot risk.
Within days after laser hair removal, you will begin to observe that the treated area begins to shed as a natural reaction of laser treatment on hair follicles that have been destroyed by it. Once this phase of shedding has concluded, finer and lighter-colored hairs will begin growing back – typically finer and lighter in hue than before treatment was begun.
Laser treatments are effective at temporarily and permanently decreasing hair growth, as their laser beam damages hair follicles that produce new hairs. Regrowth may occur; therefore many individuals require maintenance laser sessions post-course of treatments.
