Laser hair removal can provide an attractive alternative to waxing and shaving, as it is safer, cheaper, and more effective over time.
Before your treatment begins, it’s best to refrain from plucking or waxing and sun exposure in order to ensure that your hair follicles have adequate levels of melanin for laser to effectively target them.
1. It is not permanent
Laser hair removal may seem like the perfect permanent solution to unwanted hair, but that is simply not the case. Even after receiving six treatments in total, some areas will experience regrowth due to hormone fluctuations, medication use or stress; all factors which affect our bodies in various ways.
When receiving laser hair removal treatment, it is vital to follow all instructions given by your technician. This includes avoiding direct sun exposure (including tanning beds) for several weeks prior and after your session as exposure makes skin more susceptible to burns, hyperpigmentation or scarring caused by heat laser treatments. Furthermore, shaving or waxing the area prior to receiving laser therapy must not happen as hair must remain intact in order for laser to be effective.
Laser hair removal treatments use light that penetrates the skin and is absorbed by melanin pigment within hair follicles to convert energy to heat that destroys them, stopping future production of hair. Unfortunately, hair growth cannot be completely stopped with one treatment session due to only 20% of hair on any body part being in its anagen phase at any given time; hence why typically six sessions must be completed to achieve desired results.
Laser hair removal does not work on all skin types or hair colors; blonde, red and grey hair do not respond to laser treatment due to lack of melanin which enables laser light to target and destroy hair follicles; however dark thick hairs do respond.
If you want to avoid regrowing hair and are considering Brazilian laser hair removal, we advise beginning treatments during the winter when clothing may cover more area. That way, all treatments can be completed before summer arrives so that you can enjoy smooth skin without fear of regrowth!
2. It is painful
Laser hair removal can be uncomfortable at first, especially in intimate areas like underarms. But if you can push through initial discomfort and accept long-term results that could save money and time in the long run – most clinics offer numbing cream or ice packs to ease pain during treatments.
Though some may find laser hair removal uncomfortable, most find it much less so than waxing or using an epilator. Individual experiences will differ, with treatment typically mimicking what would happen during bikini or underarm waxes.
Initial side effects of Brazilian laser hair removal sessions typically include swelling and reddening of the skin due to energy being transmitted from the laser into hair follicles, taking up to 3 days for full healing of your skin. If any extreme sensitivity or skin issues arise during or after treatment, it is essential that you notify your physician.
Scabs and sores may occur as an unintended side effect of Brazilian laser hair removal, making picking at them or scratching at them dangerously easy and potentially leading to infection. A cold compress or ice pack applied immediately following treatment will help reduce swelling and ease discomfort; aloe vera or moisturizers should also help hydrate skin properly.
One of the primary concerns surrounding Brazilian waxing is whether it will be too painful. While initial discomfort is tolerable, most clients report that pain levels tend to reduce with each session as finer and lighter hair grows in.
Prep yourself for laser hair removal sessions by staying hydrated and avoiding caffeine before your appointment. Also, shaving prior to or on the morning of treatment helps direct laser energy down into the shaft of hair, killing cells that produce unwanted hair growth and creating smooth results.
3. It is expensive
Laser hair removal tends to be more costly than other forms of hair removal in terms of short-term costs, yet since its results tend to last longer it could actually save money over time. Furthermore, it is safe and effective for most people; though results may differ for people with darker skin tones or hair colors.
Laser hair removal involves applying a topical cream or anesthetic to ease discomfort before laser light passes through the skin and into hair follicles where it converts to heat energy, killing cells within them and thus preventing future hair growth – meaning no more need for waxing or shaving of pubic areas!
When seeking laser hair removal, the key factor to remember is choosing a clinic with professional and sanitary facilities. Technicians know their craft, will remain discreet during the process, and won’t make you feel awkward or ashamed for choosing to have body hair removed – which may be sensitive issue for some people.
Brazilian laser hair removal generally takes four to six sessions before it begins yielding visible results, depending on various factors like skin tone, darkness of hair and density or coarseness of follicles. Therefore, prior to beginning treatment it’s wise to speak to your technician in advance so you can create a package price suitable to your budget.
While Brazilian laser hair removal may seem costly, it could prove worthwhile in the long run. You’ll save time by eliminating waxing or shaving sessions, leaving smooth skin ready for bikinis to show off! Furthermore, ingrown hairs and rashes caused by shaving will be avoided, along with painful ingrowns caused by shaving or waxing. So if you want to say goodbye to annoying pubic hair once and for all, contact your provider for a consultation now and book a package deal and save even more!
4. It is risky
Laser hair removal is a safe and effective method to eliminate unwanted body hair. Suited for all skin types and hair colors, its results tend to be most impressive on dark, thick locks. In order to be successful at Brazilian laser hair removal sessions it is crucial to prepare by shaving two to three days before treatment and avoiding tanning beds/sun exposure; and having several sessions spaced 6-8 weeks apart until desired results have been reached.
Most common side effects of the procedure include swelling and redness in the treated areas for several hours post-procedure; aloe vera may help relieve these symptoms temporarily. Some individuals may also experience minor itching; this should subside over time. Changes to skin colour may occur temporarily but usually clear up within several weeks following their procedure.
Laser hair removal relies on contrast between the color of hair and pigment of skin to work. Therefore, waxing, plucking and tweezing hair before having laser treatment could reduce its effectiveness as these methods disturb hair follicles and may reduce effectiveness. In addition, breastfeeding or pregnancy could increase your chance of extra hairs appearing after hormonal changes may have led to extra growth in areas treated.
Remind yourself that laser hair removal only works on dark pigmented hairs; therefore it would be wise to arrange your Brazilian laser hair removal sessions during winter when your body will likely remain covered anyway.
Another risk associated with the procedure is its potential to cause scarring if skin care afterward is neglected. Therefore, it is vital that post-treatment care includes using an effective moisturizer on the treated area as well as avoiding high intensity exercise, scratching or scrubbing as these activities could cause scabbing and scarring of treated area.
