How Laser Hair Removal Works and What to Do to Prepare
Shaving every day to keep the look of smooth, silky skin can get exhausting. Waxing lets you go longer between treatments, but it’s still a painful process that you have to go through over and over again, and you’re sometimes left with skin irritation that’s worse than the hair you’ve removed.
If you’re tired of removing your body hair over and over again, consider laser hair removal!
What is Laser Hair Removal?
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What Happens During Laser Hair Removal?
Your medical provider at the aesthetic laser center will use a special laser designed specifically for hair removal. Usually, this is a diode laser in a handheld wand that sends zaps of energy down into the hair follicle to destroy it. A destroyed hair follicle is not able to grow hair ever again.
The handheld laser wand compresses the skin, targets the hair, and then cools your skin. Your medical provider will work methodically over the areas you want to remove hair from. You might notice a little bit of discomfort during the procedure, but most people find it quite bearable. After the procedure, you don’t have to do anything special to recover; there is no downtime and you can go back to your normal routine immediately.
Most people need multiple treatments to achieve the desired results. Multiple sessions are required because of hair growth cycles. The total number of sessions you need will vary, so your laser specialist will customize your treatment plan for you.
Is Laser Hair Removal for Everyone?
No, laser hair removal does not work on all skin and hair types. The best candidates for successful laser hair removal are people with light skin and dark hair. The laser targets the melanin in the hair, so lighter skin makes the melanin easier for the laser to find.
Dark hair has more melanin in it than light-colored hair, so people with blonde, red, or gray hair may not benefit from laser hair removal. You should always ask for a consultation before beginning laser hair removal. The medical provider can help you determine if this procedure is right for you.
I’m Ready to Get Laser Hair Removal! How Do I Prepare?
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- Shave about 24 hours before your appointment.
- Wait at least 10 days after your treatment to shave again.
- Don’t wax before your laser hair removal appointment. Waxing rips hairs from their follicles, and the laser needs the hair to be intact in order to target the follicle.
- Don’t get laser hair removal if you have a sunburn or if you’ve recently used self-tanning lotions.
Laser hair removal is a common, safe procedure for reducing unwanted hair all over your body. If you’re tired of frequently shaving and waxing, which irritates your skin, you might consider laser hair removal treatments from a reputable aesthetic laser center near you.
