How to take care of your skin after laser hair removal?

For laser hair removal to give the best possible results and to protect your skin as much as possible, you must take proper care of it throughout the laser treatment!

SSSIN shares its advice and recommendations for maintaining your skin and optimizing the results of your permanent laser hair removal.

1. Protect your skin from the sun

Direct exposure to sunlight will only further irritate the laser-treated area, as it is already sensitive following treatment. To avoid these inconveniences, it is essential to limit exposure to UV rays (natural or artificial) as much as possible in the 30 days following the session.

If you have to go outside, apply a high SPF sunscreen and reapply it throughout the day.

You can also rely on sun protection in spray form, which is more practical to use when you are outside.

For added protection, wear clothing that adequately covers the areas being lasered, and for your face, wear a hat or cap to prevent excessive exposure.

Read also: How to protect yourself from the sun in summer during your laser hair removal?

2. Do not wax between sessions

Throughout your laser treatment, be careful not to wax, tweeze or use an electric epilator. These hair removal techniques can irritate the skin and affect the effectiveness of the laser and its results.

The hair root must remain intact to allow the laser beams to take effect. Traditional hair removal methods pull out the hair root, so they should be banned from your routine.

Don't worry, you can still remove your hair or regrowth between sessions, but only opt for a razor. Avoid depilatory creams that can be harsh on the skin!

3. Moisturize the skin daily

After the session ends, the therapist will apply a moisturizer that will soothe and soften the skin after the laser.

For your part, and once you return home, moisturize your skin regularly in order to maintain and nourish it deeply, regardless of your skin type.

If you have a penchant for natural products, opt for argan oil, organic coconut oil, or even Aloe Vera gel, your skin can only thank you!

4. Exfoliate the skin to accelerate the loss of laser-treated hair

A week after your session, you can perform a gentle exfoliation which will ensure that your laser-treated hairs fall out fairly quickly.

To do this, simply use a soft washcloth or a homemade scrub.

5. Avoid cosmetic treatments and chemical peels

It is recommended to avoid chemical treatments and peels for at least a few weeks after your laser hair removal session. The skin after laser treatment is sensitive and reactive to external aggressions, so let it regenerate quietly before starting another treatment.

For cosmetic products such as makeup, deodorants, perfumes, you can apply them at least 24 hours after the session.

What happens after your laser hair removal?

The laser-treated area may be slightly red or swollen for some time after the session, but these symptoms go away quickly.

In the few days following the sessions, the treated hairs begin to gradually come off, either on their own or with the help of a scrub. You may also observe the formation of small scabs on the surface of the skin, but with a good scrub everything disappears.

Check out our article to learn more about what results to expect after your laser hair removal

Conclusion

Here is a summary of the steps to follow to take care of your skin after laser hair removal:

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