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Laser hair removal is pain-free, unlike shaving and waxing, which leave behind leftover burns and cuts. A trained professional presses the laser instrument against the skin and sends light pulses.
The laser destroys the hair follicle and prevents it from ever growing. Usually, after several treatments, hair never grows back in the treated area.
Cost
Laser hair removal can initially be more expensive than buying a razor and shaving cream, but it saves money in the long run. It eliminates the need for regular maintenance and reduces time spent shaving or waxing. The cost of laser hair removal can vary, depending on your desired treatment area and the experience and skill of the practitioner. It also depends on the type of laser used for the treatment and how many sessions are needed to achieve the desired results.
During laser hair removal, the laser heats up and damages the pigment in the hair follicle, which causes it to stop growing new hair. However, only about 30% of your hair follicles are in the active growth stage at any given moment. It takes multiple treatments at four-to-six-week intervals to achieve optimal results.
If you are thinking of getting laser hair removal, it is best to begin treatments in the fall or winter in a spa near you to enjoy smooth skin by summer. It is important to avoid sun exposure before and after the treatment to protect your skin.
Time
While laser hair removal isn’t permanent, it can drastically reduce unwanted hair growth. As a result, it can save you time and money in the long run. It also helps to prevent embarrassing issues like ingrown hairs and folliculitis.
Laser hair removal is typically quick and relatively pain-free, depending on your pain tolerance. It falls somewhere between shaving (painless) and waxing (horrible). However, you must avoid plucking and waxing the area in the weeks leading up to your session. Additionally, you must stay out of the sun and avoid tanning beds — natural or artificial tans can interfere with the procedure’s effectiveness. Additionally, if you have darker skin, your doctor may prescribe a skin-bleaching cream to help lighten the area before your treatment.
Discomfort
Some people report discomfort during laser hair removal, especially when a treatment area is particularly sensitive or large. However, most experience this pain as manageable and tolerable.
The doctor will press a hand-held laser instrument against your skin. This device might have a cooling device or gel on the tip of it to protect your skin and reduce any discomfort you might feel during treatment. You might hear snapping or stinging noises during the procedure as the laser removes hair from your body. This pain typically only lasts a few seconds. The sensation is similar to a rubber band snapping or sunburn.
Before your laser hair removal session, take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen to decrease pain and bruising. You should also avoid sunless skin creams that darken your skin and avoid waxing or other hair removal methods that can disturb the hair follicle. You should also hydrate, as it will help stabilize your pain tolerance.
Regrowth
Keeping up with shaving, tweezing, and waxing can be tedious and time-consuming. With laser hair removal, you can eliminate the need for these methods and save yourself a lot of time in the long run. The results of laser hair removal are typically permanent, but some regrowth may occur. To prevent this, a series of treatment sessions might be required. Additionally, it is recommended that you do not shave or use waxing products on the area of skin being treated for several days before your appointment. Additionally, you should not get a tan before laser treatments because it might interfere with how effectively the treatment works.
Those with blond or white hair might experience less significant results because they lack pigment, and the laser has difficulty targeting and destroying the follicle. In these cases, alternative hair removal procedures might be better options.
