Laser epilation of the armpits: reviews of the procedure, indications and contraindications

Smooth skin in the armpit region, devoid of unnecessary hair and without being irritated, is in our time quite a natural need for many of us. Based on the above criteria of beauty and comfort, the proceeds come from laser hair removal. Judge for yourself: for this it is enough to undergo a course of procedures and you can forget about the constant shaving of hair in the armpits for many years!

And then, such positive feedback on laser epilation of the armpits is very clear:

Svetlana:

"As I have very sensitive, irritable skin, after the procedure on the first day I was uncomfortable with underarms. Soon he passed and did not bother me more, even after the secondary procedure. But the result is very encouraging, I did not regret that I decided on this procedure. "

Olga:

"I was worried that the procedure would seem painful to me, because I can not stand the pain. As it turned out later, I experienced in vain: in the process of processing the skin with a laser, I did not feel anything terrible. You can only note an unpleasant odor during the procedure. After the first time, the hair remains much less, and those that are, have become rare and light. Two days later I go to a second procedure. "

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However, do not forget that, like any procedure, laser epilation of the armpits has both recommendations and contraindications. Do not neglect them, and remember: the result of the procedure can please only the client for whom the opinion of an expert is important.

Indications for the procedure

- ingrown hair in the treatment area;

- difficulties with self-removal of hair, manifested in irritation and inflammation;

- folliculitis.

Contraindications

- multiple moles and pigmented spots in the treated area;

- period of pregnancy and lactation;

- intolerance to laser radiation;

- oncology.

Preparing for the

procedure The procedure is much more effective if the laser exposure is directed to a short hair that is in the process of active growth. Therefore, it is recommended that the vegetation under the armpits be shaved off a few days before the procedure.

It is not necessary to humidify the proposed treatment area with cosmetic products( oils and creams) for several days, which can cause a burn. Sunbathing again is not worth a week or two before the procedure.

Can laser hair removal in armpits cause harm? Yes, such an unfortunate consequence as harm from the conducted procedure takes place provided that it is conducted on equipment that does not have a certificate and an unqualified specialist.

Again, even if there are no complaints about the procedure, but the patient does not follow the recommendations for caring for the treated surface after the procedure, the result may upset.

How many procedures will be needed

To stop hair growth, four to eight procedures are required. Each procedure is short-lived and does not differ in complications. It is important to observe the intervals after the procedures, after the primary procedure, the second can be repeated only after a month. After a secondary break is one and a half to two months. And the "rest" time after each subsequent session should be increased by two weeks.