Why is laser hair removal quickly overtaking waxing?
The chances are if you clicked on this article you are interested in getting rid of unwanted hair? In your quest to ditch the razor, you’ve likely come across two popular methods of waxing and laser treatment for your hair removal needs. However, if you’re looking for a painless and convenient option that offers long-lasting results, then there is one clear method that is quickly emerging as the ‘go-to’ option for unwanted hair – Laser.
What is laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal uses powerful beams of light to remove unwanted hair on both the body and face. The light emitted from the laser device heats up and destroys the hair follicles, removing the hair and preventing future growth. New hair follicles can always develop in the future but after each session, your hair won’t grow back for a significant period of time, and when it does, it will be much thinner.
An increasing desire to improve our appearance and the development in effectiveness of laser hair removal devices has lead to a surge to both women and men seeking out laser treatment as their preferred method of hair removal in recent years – with the figure set to sore even higher in the next 5 years!
So, just why are so many people ditching the razor and waxing pads for laser hair removal?
The benefits of laser hair removal
There are several benefits to laser hair removal:
Speed, Comfort, Results
Firstly, it’s quick, with most areas of the body taking only a few minutes.
Additionally, due to targeting the hair follicle, results are much longer lasting when compared to waxing. While waxing or shaving leads to hair regrowth within days or weeks, laser treatments can delay regrowth for months, with much thinner, sparse hair when/if it does grow back.
There is no downtime following laser treatment, and you don’t need to worry about your skin being sensitive after the treatment as with other methods of hair removal.
Precision Treatment
Unlike waxing, which can accidentally remove parts of your skin and cause irritation, laser hair removal ensures precision, targeting specific unwanted hair while leaving the surrounding area undamaged. Making it perfect for removing hair on the face, underarms and more intricate areas such as bikini lines or areas where you may wish to ‘shape’ hairlines.
Painless Treatment
Now, until recently ‘painless treatment’ and laser hair removal were not terms you’d hear said in the same sentence. You may have already experienced the uncomfortable nature of pervious laser or IPL treatment, it may even have been the reason you stopped receiving the treatment.
Thankfully modern laser technology has moved on significantly in recent years, in no small part to the work carried out at the University of Manchester by our provider Lynton Lasers, making the whole process virtually painless.
We use the Motus AY, an exclusive painless laser system that combines Alexandrite with Nd:YAG laser sources and is suitable for all skin types and hair colours.
Always Prepared
With laser hair removal, you’ll always be prepared. There’s no need to endure weeks of hair growth before treatment like with waxing. Laser hair removal keeps you ready at all times, offering smooth and silkier skin ready for any occasion.
Eliminate Ingrown Hairs and irritation
Finally, laser hair removal eliminates the risk of ingrown hairs, burns, and irritation commonly associated with other hair removal methods like threading, waxing, shaving, or epilating.
With so many benefits, it’s easy to see why so many women and men are turning to laser treatments in their droves to solve their unwanted hair removal needs.
If you’re considering laser hair removal and want to discuss your options in more detail, we’re here to help.
Feel free to get in touch, ask questions, learn about the process, and even schedule a free patch test.
