You might have gotten used to your body hair, the density of it may very well have crept up on you but there comes a time when everyone looks at their body and reflects on what they like and dislike about it. Whilst body hair is completely natural and differs from person to person, sometimes it may get to a point where you want less of it on certain areas of the body. That’s where the Perfection Cosmetic laser clinic comes in.
If it’s your first laser hair removal in Bolton and the northeast of England, you may be wondering how the process will work. Unlike waxing, laser hair removal is a slightly slower but less painful process. You may even be weighing up whether laser hair removal is the right method for your specific hair problems. This blog will help you to clear up any misunderstandings and worries you may have about laser hair removal, and in the process help you rebuild confidence and pride in your body.
When To Think About Hair Removal
As with any cosmetic practice, the answer to this comes down to personal preferences. There are many cultures that celebrate body hair as something beautiful whilst many people shave their body hair for comfort and confidence. It’s completely your choice. Laser hair removal though, is often utilised when hair starts growing in unwanted places such as on moles or on the face. Some people may grow thicker hair than average, and may deem laser hair removal to be a long term solution.
Laser Hair Removal Prep
So what must you do to prepare for laser hair removal? As with any cosmetic procedure at Perfection Cosmetic Laser Clinic Bolton, you will have a consultation before your treatment so as to clearly instruct you on preparing for the session. The below though, is a general outline that may differ between lifestyles and needs.
Avoid The Sun
First off, it’s almost always important that your skin is not damaged by sunlight before the procedure. Even if your laser hair removal course is focused on a part of the body that doesn’t see much sunlight on a daily basis, you should still keep the skin moisturised and protected from UV light and irritation.
Shave The Target Area Beforehand
Now this might sound pointless on account of you undertaking the treatment to remove the hair, but as we all know, hair grows back. Your treatment will be most effective if you shave the target area before laser treatment. Laser hair removal utilises light rays that heat up and break down the cells of hair follicles. These die and hair will usually stop growing in the affected area. To get the best results, the target area should be clear of hair so as to ensure the laser does its work properly. It’s also important that you stop waxing or plucking four weeks before the treatment so as not to damage the skin.
Caffeine And Hair Removal
Caffeine can stimulate the body, especially the nervous system, which it floods with hormones and chemicals like adrenaline and cortisol. This can heighten your pain receptors, which can affect how much of the laser treatment you feel on your skin. This caffeine induced sensitivity can be avoided if you refrain from drinking or eating caffeinated products 24 hours before the procedure.
