LASER TREATMENT FAQ's
Is laser hair removal safe?
Yes, underarm laser hair removal is a safe way to remove hair. Laser works by delivering pulses of heat and light into the hair follicle. After a course of treatment this disables hair follicles and prevents new hairs from regrowing. Laser delivers this heat very superficially on this skin, this will not travel deep enough into the skin to cause any damage to the surrounding skin and tissue. We use medical grade 4 lasers in our clinic’s, these lasers are FDA approved and are clinically proven to reduce hair.
Why do I need a consultation and patch test before starting laser hair removal treatment?
This is probably the most important part of your treatment, on consultation we check through your medical history, assess your skin and hair to ensure you are suitable and answer any questions you may have regarding treatment. We want to make sure you have all the relevant information to allow you to make an informed decision that laser is right for you. After your consultation you should be equipped with all the knowledge you need to understand how laser works. Your patch test is also vitally important as it allows us to test your skin for any sensitivity from the laser and also will ensure you are a suitable candidate for treatment.
Can I shave in-between my laser hair removal sessions?
Absolutely, you can shave as much as you like while having laser treatment. We recommend shaving the treatment area the night before treatment, not the day of because when you shave you slightly exfoliate and irritate the area so allow the extra time overnight for the skin to regenerate and make treatment more comfortable. Shaving the day of your treatment will cause your skin to feel more sensitive throughout the treatment and may limit the amount of energy we can use due to skin sensitivity.
What should I do if I get ingrown hairs during laser hair removal treatment?
This usually happens if you have transferred from waxing to shaving, it takes a little while for your skin to adjust. It also happens when treated hairs are shedding and if you don’t exfoliate regularly enough these hairs will tend to get trapped in the skin. If you are prone to ingrown hairs you will normally see bumps appear about a week after laser these are nothing to worry about. It is however very important to use a product specifically designed to help with ingrown hairs and begin to exfoliate at this stage otherwise you will find more hairs becoming ingrown. It is important that you stop using these products a week before your session and recommence using them about a week after your session also. Light exfoliation methods are best to free any ingrown hairs and hydrating the skin afterwards is a must.
Can I take Ibuprofen before my session of laser hair removal?
Please do not take Ibuprofen for 48 hours before your laser hair removal session, this medication may cause bruising after laser for certain people.
How to prepare the underarm area for laser hair removal?
It’s important to prepare correctly for each session of laser hair removal. Follow these simple steps to prepare your underarm Lightly exfoliate the underarm area 3-4 days before your session Shave the area lightly 24 hours before your session is due Do not apply any topical products on the day of your session Do not take any new medications without informing the salon first
Is laser hair removal permanent on the underarm?
Results from laser hair removal on the underarm are not 100% permanent for the rest of your life. Top up/maintenance sessions will be needed to maintain your results. The reduction you will achieve from your initial course of laser will be life changing. However, a small percentage of hairs that may have not been in the correct stage of growth for laser to work will regrow. These are the hairs that will need top up treatments in order to remove them.