Medical Laser Hair Removal

Lasers have truly brought some outstanding developments in the medical and cosmetic fields. Lasers are now used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles via skin resurfacing, diminish the appearance of varicose veins, lighten acne scars and remove tattoos. Perhaps the most common use for lasers today is medical laser hair removal, in which individuals can finally get rid of pesky body and facial hair for good.

How Should I Prepare for Medical Laser Hair Removal?

The decision to get medical laser hair removal is an exciting one. Not only will you free yourself of the inconvenient and sometimes painful side effects of other hair removal methods-ingrown hairs, razor bumps, smelly depilatory creams, itchy stubble-but you'll also save countless hours that you used to dedicate to hair removal maintenance. Since laser hair removal gives long-term results, you don't have the daily, weekly or monthly maintenance associated with other hair removal means.

Once you've set up your first medical laser hair removal appointment, you'll want to avoid the sun for a few weeks. The treatments work best when there is a nice contrast between your skin tone and your hair tone so suntans are to be avoided. If you do have a tan, wait a few weeks for it to fade before making your first appointment. The same is true of a sunless tan; avoid sunless tanning products which dye the skin before your treatment sessions.

The lasers are most successful on short hair as it's generally more visible, so you'll be instructed to shave the region. Depending on your hair growth, your clinician will tell you to shave one to six days before your appointment. Whatever you do, do not tweeze or wax the area for at least six to four weeks prior to treatment. For more information on medical laser hair removal, please fill out our online form at http://www.laserhairresource.com/contactus/. You can also ring us (866) 922-1608 or email us at info@laserhairresource.com.