IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL THE BEST OPTION FOR YOU?

This treatment can help reduce hair for many different people. Still, certain combinations of skin tone and hair type are going to respond better than others. The laser targets melanin, which is what gives hair and skin its color. It is easier for the laser to do its job if there is a dramatic difference between the color of the hair and the color of the skin. If you are someone with pale skin and dark hair, you may be an ideal candidate for this treatment.

This is a great treatment because it is effective on so many areas of the body. Special precautions will need to be taken if you are hoping to treat certain areas. Popular target areas for laser hair removal include:

The first step in the process is to visit us to have your consultation. This is important because it allows us to create a treatment plan for your specific wants and needs. There are also some things that may be required prior to your first session, such as stopping certain medications. Any medication that is considered to be “photosensitive” needs to be stopped a set amount of time before your appointment. Never stop medications without consulting your primary care doctor.

Although having laser pulses directed at your skin may sound intimidating, the experience is actually quite simple and easy. You may still be able to feel the laser pulses, but the sensation should be no more intense than having a rubber band snapped on your skin.

This treatment can dramatically reduce the amount of hair in the treated area(s). That being said, the results are not technically considered permanent. Most people find that touch-up treatments as needed are enough to keep them from having to turn to other hair removal methods. If and when the hair does start to grow back, you can expect for it to be thinner and lighter than it was prior to treatment.

There are ways you can help your treatment along to make sure you get the best possible results. Exfoliating and shaving in between treatment sessions can help encourage healthy hair growth. This, in turn, makes it easier for the laser to target hair follicles and do its job. Waxing, bleaching, and plucking all need to be avoided during the treatment period. If a particular area in the target region seems to be growing hair more often than others, be sure to mention it at your next session.

If you are still not sure whether or not laser hair removal is right for you, feel free to get in touch with us at ReJUVU Day Spa & Beauty Haven. We would be happy to schedule you for a consultation at our office, where we can evaluate the hair you would like removed and create a customized treatment plan. If you have been looking for a way to simplify your grooming routine, this may be the perfect treatment choice for you!