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Tips For Getting The Most Benefits Out Of Laser Hair Removal

After years of dealing with the pain of waxing and the inconvenience of shaving, you are ready for a more permanent solution to eliminate stubborn hair on your legs, bikini area, underarms, and even arms. Laser hair removal is a great option for many men and women to get rid of unwanted hair. If you are considering laser hair removal, here are a few simple tips and tricks to help you enjoy the greatest benefits possible from this revolutionary treatment.

Shave Before Each Appointment

The day or night before your appointment, your technician will recommend shaving any area that is being treated through laser hair removal. Shaving will help eliminate as much hair as possible. This will ensure that the heat that is used during the treatment is absorbed by the hair follicles, not the hair itself.

Avoid shaving the same day as you undergo laser hair removal. This can prevent any irritation that can become worse during the procedure.

Avoid Plucking or Waxing 

While shaving before the procedure is recommended, you should avoid plucking or waxing in the weeks before the procedure. When you wax or pluck, it not only damages the skin and hair follicles, which makes laser hair removal less effective, but it also makes it difficult for the technician to target the areas that still have more hair growth.

Instead, if you want to eliminate small areas of stubborn hair that are still growing in between treatments, shave the area with a razor or use a depilatory cream.

Exfoliate and Hydrate Your Skin Between Each Treatment

Caring for your skin between treatments is critical to ensure that laser hair removal is effective. Lightly exfoliating your skin several times a week and making sure your skin remains hydrated are at the top of the must-do list. Healthy skin will heal faster after each treatment. This will ensure that your skin is healthy enough to undergo any subsequent treatments.

Do Not Skip Any Treatments

Finally, the most important thing you can do to ensure your laser hair treatments are successful is to keep every scheduled appointment. Your technician will provide you with a unique appointment schedule that will ensure you receive your treatments at the right time during your body's hair growth schedule.

Rescheduling or skipping your appointment altogether will give you the best chance of the process being successful.

From never skipping a treatment to keeping your skin smooth and healthy, there are several things you can do to ensure your laser hair treatment is as successful as possible.