Laser hair removal is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after cosmetic services in the industry. If you’ve been considering laser hair removal, here are a few things you should know before making your first appointment.
1. You can have laser hair removal performed anywhere on the body.
The most common locations for laser services are on the face, underarms, legs, and bikini area. However, you can get laser hair removal on other parts of the body as well — places such as the back, stomach, buttocks, and even your toes! The possibilities are endless, as long as there is hair in that location!
2. Lasers directly affect your hair follicles.
Here’s how laser hair removal works: In order for the lasers to stop your hair’s growth long-term, what they’re really targeting is each hair’s pigment. The lasers shine light into the hair follicles, and this light converts to heat. The heat ultimately kills your hair follicles. In fact, if you have light or white hair, you may not be able to get the treatment preformed. Before booking an appointment, set up a consultation with your Esthetician.
3. Don’t worry too much about the pain!
While it all depends on your pain tolerance, generally speaking, laser hair removal shouldn’t be super painful. Many people describe the sensation as similar to a Band-aid being ripped off quickly or a rubber band being snapped on the skin. Cooling mechanisms used simultaneously with the lasers can help reduce this discomfort. Overall, the pain is very minimal!
4. You’ll need several treatments for full results.
While laser hair removal is highly effective, it’s not an overnight treatment. You’ll start seeing a difference after two or three weeks, but it can take up 6 -12 treatments before you see full results.
5. You’ll have to continue shaving your hair as you receive treatments.
Yes, you’ll have to continuously shave and keep your skin hair-free throughout the entire removal process, but it’s necessary for the lasers to do their job. Before each visit, make sure you’ve shaved within 24 hours. However, do not pluck, tweeze, or wax. It is also important that you stay out of the sun, and avoid creams, lotions, makeup, sunscreen, and deodorant before each appointment. This can affect your laser treatment results and could cause irritations.
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Are you considering a career in the beauty industry? Mastering laser hair removal services is a great career move!
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