Are you tired of shaving and waxing your legs to achieve smooth skin? Instead of investing time and money in temporary solutions that won’t last, invest in laser hair removal for legs as an investment that could give long-term relief.
For maximum effectiveness, multiple treatments at one-week intervals will be necessary for maximum effect. Here are some key points that may assist with preparing for your upcoming leg laser appointment:
Treatment Time
Laser hair removal for legs is an efficient and relatively painless procedure. A topical numbing cream should be applied prior to beginning treatment, which could range from slightly uncomfortable to an almost unbearable sting sensation depending on your individual tolerance level. Once treatment begins, laser will focus its light energy onto each pigmented hair follicle to disable them permanently, thus stopping future hair growth while eliminating unwanted hair altogether.
For optimal results, multiple laser sessions spaced four weeks apart should be scheduled in order to make sure all hair in the treatment area are at anagen stage and thus capable of being disabled by laser light.
Before each laser session, it is also best to avoid plucking, waxing and other hair removal methods such as electrolysis. Sunless tanning products should also be avoided because they darken skin, making it more difficult for laser to target hair follicles effectively. Furthermore, any medications which increase photosensitivity or blood-thinning should also be disclosed as these may disrupt treatment outcomes.
After several treatments, you will notice a substantial reduction in hairs in your target area. It is important to remember, however, that laser hair removal isn’t permanent – the laser will simply disable hair follicles and bulbs for now; eventually they’ll start growing back – therefore additional laser sessions may be required in order to maintain anagen phase hairs that won’t grow back!
At your consultation, a specialist will assess both your skin and hair types to determine whether laser hair removal would be an appropriate treatment option for you. If this is indeed the case, they will start their laser session immediately.
For your safety, a specialist will carefully observe how you react to laser treatment throughout your session. If at any point during this process you feel unease, let the technician know immediately so they can pause it; this will allow you to relax and recover more effectively. This treatment is safe for people of all skin colors and types – including darker complexions – although its best results have been seen when dark hair contrasted against light skin; as its contrast allows the laser to target hair follicles more accurately.
Pre-Treatment
Laser leg hair removal offers an alternative to waxing, shaving and ingrown hairs; once every 8-12 weeks it targets hairs at their growth stage and eliminates them permanently from your legs.
Laser technology can be extremely effective at eliminating unwanted hair, but results take some time to appear. Multiple sessions may be needed in order to target pigment in hair follicles and stop further hair growth; it all depends on individual needs and treatment areas – some people may require over a dozen to reach their desired goals.
To minimize the number of laser treatments needed, it’s recommended that bleaching or tanning should be avoided on the area being treated during the weeks leading up to your appointment. In addition, shaven or plucked hair could impede the laser from targeting hair follicles effectively.
For optimal results, patients must maintain a regular schedule of laser hair removal appointments. Shaving can interfere with this process as it stimulates hair growth and may reduce future treatments’ efficacy. In general, patients need six full leg laser hair removal sessions before seeing noticeable results, though more intensive sessions may be required before finally enjoying smooth, hairless legs.
Selecting an Appropriate Laser Treatment
The type of laser you select for hair removal will have an effect on how many sessions are needed; factors like experience and type are both key elements when it comes to establishing how long a treatment course should last to achieve desired results.
At your consultation, you’ll have the chance to discuss your goals and select an individualized treatment plan to address them. In addition, this meeting allows for questions to be asked and for you to gain a sense of what to expect during any procedure.
Post-Treatment
As with other laser hair removal treatments, the number of sessions necessary to see permanent results will depend on you as an individual. Once your target number of treatments have been reached, however, you’ll enjoy smooth legs for life! Plus you’ll save both money and hassle by forgoing razors, shaving cream and painful waxing appointments altogether!
Laser hair removal sessions tend to be relatively painless. You may feel a slight stinging sensation when the laser is activated, but most people find it tolerable. If discomfort becomes an issue after laser treatments are administered, there are over-the-counter medicines available which may ease any stinging sensations afterward.
As soon as your leg hair has been permanently eliminated, you’ll be free to enjoy all of your favorite activities without worry over its presence. Your skin should become noticeably more even in tone and texture – which alone often justifies investing in laser hair removal treatments.
Before your initial full legs laser hair removal session, it is advisable to refrain from waxing or other forms of depilation for at least six weeks in order to allow the laser to accurately target hair follicle pigment and identify those which need targeting by the laser. Furthermore, be sure to report any medications which increase photosensitivity as this could hinder treatment results.
For those hesitant to commit to full leg treatment, there is an alternative: half leg treatments can be performed on just the knee, upper thigh, or ankle and usually take less time than full leg treatments.
If you want the best results possible, we suggest attending multiple full leg laser hair removal sessions. After six to eight sessions, most clients experience up to 90% less hair growth; however, due to hormonal fluctuations it’s still possible for some new hair growth.
Are you ready to say goodbye to red shave bumps, stray hairs and the hassle of waxing your legs? Book your initial laser hair removal appointment at Ideal Image today – and we look forward to helping restore smooth silky bare legs!
Results
Laser hair removal treatments typically last about thirty minutes for both legs. Time will depend on your body type and leg size; for optimal results, waxing your legs before beginning laser treatment should be avoided to allow the laser to target each pigmented follicle accurately; waxing removes skin surface cells that make pinpointing hair follicles harder for it.
As part of your treatment, you may experience a mild stinging sensation; most of our patients find this tolerable but tolerance levels may differ. Our practitioners are specially trained to listen and address any discomfort during appointments; we work hard to minimize it as much as possible.
At the end of your laser treatments, you should experience permanent hair reduction in the treated area. Your practitioner may suggest between six and eight sessions spaced 6 weeks apart; once complete, regular maintenance sessions every 3-12 months should maintain results.
Once your laser hair removal treatment series is over, you will no longer have to shave or wax your legs! Shaving and waxing are not only time consuming and costly; they can cause ingrown hairs, razor burn and itchy stubble as well. Laser hair removal for legs is the fastest, safest and most effective way of eliminating unwanted hair growth.
Once your laser hair removal for legs is complete, there is no longer any worry of new hair growth! Following your practitioner’s recommendations when scheduling laser maintenance sessions is key.
One of the greatest pleasures is being able to run your hands down hairless legs without thinking about razors or waxing appointments. Laser hair removal is an investment worth making for long term freedom from stubble and an increase in self-confidence when choosing clothing, as it will save money on razors, shaving cream and waxing sessions. It can even save money over time!
