Laser hair removal is a general cosmetic procedure performed to remove hair on a longer-term. The laser debilitates hair follicles from growing new hair.
Laser hair removal isn’t permanent, but the results can last for a couple of months. Most people use laser hair removal on those body parts that are uncomfortable to wax or shave.
Even though laser hair removal has many advantages, some people hesitate by thinking the procedure is painful and dangerous. Fortunately, laser treatments are safe, and the level of discomfort depends on your tolerance to pain.
How Much Pain Will I Feel?
Laser hair removal isn’t painful. However, it’s normal to feel more pain than using depilatory creams or tweezing. Besides, how much pain you’ll feel depends on the area you’re treated. Please note that most people feel less pain with the laser than waxing. The most common sensation is of a rubber band being snapped against the skin.
If you have a low tolerance to pain, you can request the beauty aesthetician to apply a topical anesthetic cream to the area before the laser hair removal session. This is a wise idea if you’re hypersensitive to pain.
Please note that your beauty expert can only apply a numbing cream on the lip, bikini, and underarm areas. For those people willing to do laser hair removal in their chest, back, or legs, your aesthetician will probably advise against using an anesthetic cream. But don’t worry, most people can endure the laser sensation on the skin.
We recommend discussing with your dermatologist the best way to minimize pain.
Remember, a skillful technician can determine the proper strength of the laser to avoid experiencing too much discomfort.
Talking with a qualified laser hair removal professional is one of the benefits of this cosmetic procedure. You have by your side someone who is focused on providing you with the greatest level of comfort possible, something that’s impossible when you get waxed.
Please note that laser hair removal might be more painful on the back, face, and armpit. But again, how much pain you’ll feel depends on your pain tolerance. Always talk with your doctor and discuss your fears and doubts.
Laser hair removal is the best way to achieve smooth, hair-free skin.