Winter is here. While you may be feeling a little disappointed with the chilly weather and limited daylight hours, there is a positive to this season: it makes the perfect time for laser hair removal.
Don’t believe us? We’ve rounded up a list of the top five reasons why winter is the best time for laser hair removal. So, if you’ve been considering banishing your unwanted hair for good, here’s your green light.
1. You’re Less Exposed to the Sun in Winter
For the safest and best results, it’s important to ensure your skin hasn’t been exposed to the sun for approximately two to four weeks before beginning laser hair removal. As such, winter often makes the best season for starting the process. Plus, winter clothes cover more than summer garments and can help shield your skin from the sun in the weeks before your first treatment. Minimising sun exposure after treatment is also vital. Your skin is more sensitive after laser hair removal, so exposing your skin to the sun after laser hair removal treatment can lead to damage. And conditions such as hypo and hyperpigmentation can occur, which causes white and brown spots to appear. So, be mindful of how sensitive your skin will be in the weeks following your treatment and avoid exposing targeted areas to direct and prolonged sunlight.
2. You’ll Be Hair-Free by Summer
For successful hair reduction, multiple laser hair removal treatments are needed. Our Skin Therapists generally recommend a schedule of several sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Although you’ll likely start seeing results after two to three, additional appointments are typically needed to ensure hairs in all stages of growth have been disabled. By beginning your laser hair removal journey in winter, you’ll provide yourself with sufficient time to be hair-free by summer. And let’s be honest, wouldn’t it be great to hit up St Kilda Beach any time you want without having to worry about whether you shaved or waxed recently.
3. Avoiding Perspiration and Pools is Easier
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4. Less Tan Lines
- If you have noticeable tan lines from summer sun exposure, they can interfere with the laser hair removal process. The contrast between tanned and untanned skin can make it difficult for the laser to effectively target the hair follicles. By undergoing laser hair removal in winter, when tan lines have faded or are less prominent, the laser can better focus on the hair follicles for optimal results.
5. It’s Budget-Savvy
Planning laser hair removal for winter not only makes sense for your skin but also your wallet. As the weather gets colder, we tend to retreat indoors, swapping days at music festivals and nights at rooftop bars for cosy time on the couch with our favourite Netflix shows. And, if you’re spending more time at home, you’re spending less money, meaning you have more cash to put toward laser hair removal.
Ready to start your journey to silky smooth skin? Contact our friendly staff to arrange a complimentary laser hair removal consultation.
