What should I do before, during and after laser hair removal?
Before laser hair removal.
Like any other procedure, you should not perform laser hair removal without proper consideration of the risks, benefits, costs and success rates. You must assess the clinical factors that determine whether you are a good candidate for laser hair removal.
In your first visit to a clinic this should include a review of your medical history. Be honest with your medical history and any other features or conditions that have or have had, as with any medication you are taking. There are important considerations to take into account before any medical procedure.
Before treatment, usually you will see some pictures of the area being treated. Surely you will take them from different angles to use as reference before and after laser hair removal. If you're interested in learning more about laser hair removal costs visit the site here.
They will explain the risks, benefits and expectations. And will explain what may or may not be offered with the laser hair removal and what results you can expect. Do not be afraid to ask questions!
Please note: you can not perform laser hair removal if you have tanned skin from the sun exposure or sunless tanning products such as UVA, you must wait until it disappears completely. Be sure to tell the technologist if you have tanned recently. This is because the tanning increases the risk of sunburn and skin discoloration after treatment. It is safest to avoid sun exposure for 4 to 6 weeks before treatment.
Two to three days before the laser hair removal , you must shave the treated area and let the hair begins to grow. Do not get the wax or pluck with tweezers, or perform electrolysis hair removal 3 weeks before treatment.
Like any other procedure, you should not perform laser hair removal without proper consideration of the risks, benefits, costs and success rates. You must assess the clinical factors that determine whether you are a good candidate for laser hair removal.
In your first visit to a clinic this should include a review of your medical history. Be honest with your medical history and any other features or conditions that have or have had, as with any medication you are taking. There are important considerations to take into account before any medical procedure.
Before treatment, usually you will see some pictures of the area being treated. Surely you will take them from different angles to use as reference before and after laser hair removal. If you're interested in learning more about laser hair removal costs visit the site here.
They will explain the risks, benefits and expectations. And will explain what may or may not be offered with the laser hair removal and what results you can expect. Do not be afraid to ask questions!
Please note: you can not perform laser hair removal if you have tanned skin from the sun exposure or sunless tanning products such as UVA, you must wait until it disappears completely. Be sure to tell the technologist if you have tanned recently. This is because the tanning increases the risk of sunburn and skin discoloration after treatment. It is safest to avoid sun exposure for 4 to 6 weeks before treatment.
Two to three days before the laser hair removal , you must shave the treated area and let the hair begins to grow. Do not get the wax or pluck with tweezers, or perform electrolysis hair removal 3 weeks before treatment.
After & during laser hair removal treatment
It is reassuring to know what will happen during and after sessions of laser hair removal treatment.
During laser hair removal, you will b given glasses for your eyes so they are not exposed to laser light.
At the beginning, you will notice the sensation of a soft bite, indicating that the laser is activated. The treatment involves a series of pulses that cause itching and a sensation of scalding. The laser specialist may apply a topical anesthetic over the area to try to minimize the discomfort, but most people endure the procedure without it.
Some people report a feeling like a rubber band hitting on your skin. You may also notice the smell of burning hair, which is normal - do not worry about that.
The procedure may last from minutes to hours, depending on the area you're dealing with. The smaller the area being treated, the less time it takes, so in broader areas, such as the back, will require several hours.
After laser hair removal you may notice a small swelling and redness of the treated area. Some people feel like bites or pinpricks and you can even notice a thin crust of skin. If this occurs, use petroleum jelly to moisturize the affected area.
Typically, most people do not have too much redness. Do not expect your hair to disappear immediately after treatment - hair loss usually occurs within 2 weeks after the procedure. If you want to know more about this please see this hair removal treatment page.
In general, you can return to your daily routine immediately, provided that you avoid direct sun exposure. Be sure to use a sunscreen with a high Sun Protection Factor.
It is advised to avoid exercise or strenuous activity for 24 hours to avoid sweating and therefore greater skin irritation.
You'll have to avoid direct sunlight, UVA or cabin for several weeks after treatment. Be careful about touching the treated areas: do not wax or pluck hairs with tweezers stretch, do not dig or scratch the skin, do not rub or peel the skin either. Just clean with soap and water.
Usually, it takes between 4 and 8 sessions to see real results, which means about 80% to 90% decrease in hair in the treated area.
During laser hair removal, you will b given glasses for your eyes so they are not exposed to laser light.
At the beginning, you will notice the sensation of a soft bite, indicating that the laser is activated. The treatment involves a series of pulses that cause itching and a sensation of scalding. The laser specialist may apply a topical anesthetic over the area to try to minimize the discomfort, but most people endure the procedure without it.
Some people report a feeling like a rubber band hitting on your skin. You may also notice the smell of burning hair, which is normal - do not worry about that.
The procedure may last from minutes to hours, depending on the area you're dealing with. The smaller the area being treated, the less time it takes, so in broader areas, such as the back, will require several hours.
After laser hair removal you may notice a small swelling and redness of the treated area. Some people feel like bites or pinpricks and you can even notice a thin crust of skin. If this occurs, use petroleum jelly to moisturize the affected area.
Typically, most people do not have too much redness. Do not expect your hair to disappear immediately after treatment - hair loss usually occurs within 2 weeks after the procedure. If you want to know more about this please see this hair removal treatment page.
In general, you can return to your daily routine immediately, provided that you avoid direct sun exposure. Be sure to use a sunscreen with a high Sun Protection Factor.
It is advised to avoid exercise or strenuous activity for 24 hours to avoid sweating and therefore greater skin irritation.
You'll have to avoid direct sunlight, UVA or cabin for several weeks after treatment. Be careful about touching the treated areas: do not wax or pluck hairs with tweezers stretch, do not dig or scratch the skin, do not rub or peel the skin either. Just clean with soap and water.
Usually, it takes between 4 and 8 sessions to see real results, which means about 80% to 90% decrease in hair in the treated area.