How Do You Get The Most Benefit From Laser Hair Removal?
• Realize that laser hair removal (LHR) works best on dark hair and light skin. Light hairs may need to be artificially darkened in order for the laser to target them. • Avoid removing hair by the roots (tweezing, waxing, etc) for at least 6 weeks before your treatment. Only shave or use a depilatory like Nair on your hair (these products only remove hair above the skin) to manage growth. • Select a treatment facility that uses newer technology to minimize pain, such as the Candela GentleLASE which prepares your skin for the laser an instant before the pulse with a coolant spray. This particular laser also uses an Alexandrite laser which has a very long wavelength to penetrate deeper roots than many other lasers. • Get a consultation! Meet the technician and have him/her perform a test pulse before you commit to anything. • Shave closely right before your treatment. This will minimize the pain. • Avoid caffeine for 24 hours before your treatment. This will help with pain as well, and y
