Bikini laser hair removal treatments have become a popular option for those seeking an effective means of removing unwanted body hair. Many customers often ask whether it is possible to shave during the process and have plenty of valid concerns about shaving during this timeframe.
The short answer to the question is yes you can shave, but the science is a little more complicated than that. There are a lot of factors that one needs to consider before shaving after a laser treatment.
Since laser treatment is a delicate procedure, this guide will assist you with all the information that you need about laser hair removal, how it works, why it’s so effective, and when it is possible to shave before, during, and after the treatment.
What is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal is a process that utilizes highly concentrated light to penetrate the skin and directly affect the inner hair follicles. This method is proven to be more effective than traditional hair removal methods and provides a permanent solution to hair removal. Laser hair removal is both effective and provides a range of benefits for you and your body.
The reason that laser hair removal is so effective in comparison to traditional methods is because of the process as a whole. In traditional methods, the hair is affected during the process.
Razor shaving is a process that trims and cuts down the hair to a desired length. This means that the hair regrows from the trimmed position and often grows back in a jagged and rough texture. This also has a higher chance of causing skin irritation, razor burns, and ingrown hairs.
Waxing, on the other hand, has a lower chance of causing these drawbacks because it directly removes the hair root from the hair follicle. This process allows the body to completely replace the lost hair with finer hair regrowth.
Why is it so Effective?
Laser hair removal is different from these traditional hair removal methods because it directly impacts the hair follicle. When the highly concentrated light interacts with the hair follicle, it aims to ensure that the hair can no longer regrow.
The process and duration of hair regrowth is thus greatly shortened which provides a longer duration of cleaner and smoother skin. This method is also effective in eliminating the chance of harmful side effects such as skin irritation, razor burns, and ingrown hairs to provide your skin with a natural radiant glow and a large boost in confidence.
Do I Need to Shave?
While the hair may be eliminated from a single session, it is important to note that multiple sessions are often needed in order to completely remove the hair. This, therefore, means that shaving will be necessary between each session, although at a significantly lowered rate.
Your technician will also advise you to shave a few days before your treatment to ensure that the hair is at the optimal length for the process to remain effective. The reason why it is important to have a shorter length of hair is because it allows the laser to directly target the hair follicle without any hindrance to the process.
Can I Shave After the Treatment?
You can shave after the treatment although it is important that the shaving does not occur immediately. After the procedure, the skin becomes exceptionally sensitive. Your skin will need time to rest and heal in order to avoid harmful side effects such as skin irritation. You will have to wait several days after the treatment in order to shave the affected area.
Understanding your skin is imperative for this process. Everyone has different skin and as such, everyone’s skin reacts differently. For people with sensitive skin, this timeframe may be longer. The general timeframe to wait until you can shave after the procedure is around three to four days after the procedure.
Before you shave it is also important that you thoroughly clean the area of any hair that may shed. Following the procedure, you may notice that hair sheds from the affected area. This is normal because that is the treatment working.
Gently exfoliating and cleaning the affected zone is a great way to ensure that your skin is taken care of and that it is ready for the shaving process once you wish to undertake it.
Benefits of a Laser Hair Removal Treatment
Now that we understand what laser hair removal is and why it is so effective, let’s have a closer look at some of the benefits of laser hair removal treatment.
Lowered Risk of Skin Related Issues
As mentioned before, laser hair removal is an effective solution to unwanted hair removal because of its lessened use of harmful chemicals and harsh tools.
Laser hair removal has a lowered chance of causing skin-related issues such as skin irritation, razor burns, and ingrown hairs because of this. This means that the comfort you feel after the treatment is higher whilst also providing you with a longer-lasting finish.
Longer Hair Regrowth Time
After the treatment, you will notice that it takes your hair a substantially longer duration of time to regrow. This is because the hair follicles have been greatly altered due to the effects of the laser.
Although the hair will not be permanently removed from a single session, the positive benefits that come from it are immediately noticeable and greatly decreases the time between each hair removal session.
Permanent Hair Reduction
Laser hair removal offers an effective solution for permanent hair reduction. Unlike other methods which often result in the hair coming back after a few weeks, after a few sessions of the treatment, you will notice that there will be a permanent reduction in hair.
With more sessions, this can result in hair no longer regrowing which means that you can spend more time enjoying your smooth skin and boost in confidence.
How Bare Waxing & Laser Can Help You
The most important step to take in having your laser hair removal treatment is partnering with a salon that takes your needs into account. Being comfortable and feeling safe with the treatment is essential.
Our team have years of experience in assisting countless customers with their laser hair removal treatments. The talented and professionally trained team of technicians is always ready to assist you with all the information and tools that you need to have a comfortable first experience.
Book your first session with us to have your first bikini laser hair removal treatment that truly makes a noticeable and beautiful difference. Contact us at 949-380-1340 at Bare Waxing & Laser today!
