Laser hair removal uses light energy to target dark pigment in hair follicles and destroy it with beams of energy, eliminating unwanted hairs in one go. Although it may cause slight discomfort (some describe it as being like getting sunburn), laser hair removal should result in permanent removal without regrowth – but only for specific individuals.
Laser hair removal works best when performed on skin that is free from lotions, tanners, makeup or deodorant – this enables a more efficient process.
Avoid Sunlight
If you’re considering laser hair removal, the most important step to take is avoiding exposure to sunlight as much as possible. When outside, wear sunscreen with SPF 30+ protection so as to minimize UV radiation’s harmful effects and make your treatment more successful.
Your target area must also be free of plucking or waxing as this can disturb the root of hair follicles, preventing laser treatment from targeting pigment in hair follicles and instead burning your surface skin instead. Shaving will further minimize chances of scarring as shaving reduces chances of burning or scarring of surface skin.
Staying away from tanning beds is essential in avoiding uneven pigmentation on your skin, and also using darkening sunless skin creams as these could reduce results of laser treatments.
Before scheduling any laser appointments, always consult a physician first. They can help select the ideal type of laser to meet your specific needs while assuring safe treatments for your skin. Furthermore, be wary of spas or salons which allow non-medical personnel to conduct laser procedures as this increases the risk of complications.
Be sure to inform your laser professional of any medications you take, whether prescription, supplements or over-the-counter photosensitive antibiotics such as photosensitive eyedrops. Doing this is key for ensuring a smooth laser experience and ensures any problems do not arise during laser therapy sessions. To further ensure comfort during treatments wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Avoid Shaving
While shaving may be part of your daily routine, laser hair removal offers an effective alternative! Laser treatments provide safe and permanent hair removal solutions to give you smooth skin. However, in order to get maximum benefit out of these sessions, it’s essential that you follow some simple skin preparation tips before and after each laser session for maximum effectiveness.
One of the key aspects of laser hair removal preparation is avoiding shaving for at least four weeks prior to your appointment, since laser treatment works by targeting individual hair follicles with pigment. Shaving makes targeting individual follicles difficult. Also avoid any other forms of hair removal methods or products such as waxing and plucking that might affect its effectiveness – including any alternative hair removal methods such as waxing or plucking that might affect its targeting of individual follicles with pigment.
Before scheduling a laser hair removal appointment, it is wise to avoid exfoliating the area being treated, as exfoliation may cause cuts that make treatment more painful and less effective. If exfoliation must take place on this particular day, do so gently on its due date.
Laser hair removal offers many advantages for permanent hair reduction, yet proper preparation of the treatment area prior to each session is key to getting maximum benefit from treatments and creating smooth and hairless skin for life! For more information about laser hair removal contact Metrolina Medical Spa for a complimentary consultation.
Avoid Waxing
Laser hair removal requires that laser energy enter the skin through hair follicles in order to destroy them, so tweezing or waxing could damage these important pathways preventing its entry and killing them off entirely. Therefore, before beginning laser treatment sessions it is wise to refrain from pluckeding or waxing for at least six weeks beforehand.
On the day of your appointment, it is wise to forgo any creams or makeup as their chemicals may aggravate skin conditions and make hypersensitivity worse. Instead, use only soap and water when cleansing skin prior to treatment.
If shaving the area to be treated, it is recommended to do so either the day or night prior to your laser appointment. This will help ensure the laser does not target hair above the surface of the skin and risk burns, and avoid shaving with an unhygienic razor, which may leave behind bacteria on your skin that could trigger contact dermatitis afterward.
Prior to your laser hair removal appointment, it is recommended that you stay out of direct sunlight, including tanning beds and self-tanners, for two weeks. Any UV exposure could cause skin discoloration that would impede results of treatment with laser.
Avoid Exfoliating
Laser hair removal can be uncomfortable at times. While it’s an effective solution to unwanted hair growth and can even reduce it permanently, side effects may include itching, redness, swelling and tingling in the treated area – usually mild and will fade within several days. When experiencing such side effects it’s important to protect your skin by taking steps such as taking measures against irritation, infection and to expedite healing time.
After receiving laser treatments, it is vitally important to avoid hot showers or bathing as the heat can strip your skin of its natural oils, leaving it feeling parched. Instead, opt for lukewarm water with gentle soap or scrub wash for cleansing the area. Hot tubs, saunas and heating pads should also be avoided to minimize further irritation of your skin. Should symptoms arise, aloe vera gel may soothe it while protecting from further irritation.
Avoid UV radiation as another way of helping your skin to heal faster, whether that means wearing clothing when going outside or applying sunscreen when necessary. After laser treatment, your outer layer of skin could be especially susceptible to UV light; overexposure could result in severe burns.
If any side effects persist beyond a few days, it’s essential that you contact your provider immediately. They can offer guidance for caring for the skin as well as guidance regarding whether or not rescheduling should take place.
Avoid Retinol
Laser hair removal offers semi-permanent solutions to unwanted hair on legs, arms, chest or bikini area without shaving or waxing – although you must understand certain key details about its operation first before scheduling an appointment. Here are a few things you need to keep in mind before booking your initial session:
As part of your preparations, it is wise to refrain from plucking the areas where you plan on receiving treatment. Although plucking may seem like a quick and efficient way of eliminating hairs quickly, doing so may actually reduce its efficacy; plucking a hair removes both its root and ends, rendering it impossible for laser treatment to target and destroy its follicles effectively.
Keep in mind that any lotions, creams, makeup, perfume, sunless tanning products or deodorants used before laser treatment could cause your skin to heat up more than it should, making your treatment less effective or even painful.
Finally, when seeking laser therapy treatment on specific areas, avoid shaving them prior to getting laser treatments. Instead, let natural hair growth occur without shaving and refrain from tweezing or waxing as this could impede laser light’s ability to target and destroy hair follicles.
Laser hair removal can save time and effort by eliminating the need to shave or wax regularly, but to get maximum benefit out of treatment you must follow certain tips to prepare and maximize its effects. It is also wise to inform your patient consultant of any medications you’re taking as some could interfere with laser effectiveness or increase sensitivity during treatments.
