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Laser Hair Removal vs. Waxing

By Mary Basiadima, 1 March 2020

Laser hair removal v waxing, what’s better?

Waxing or Laser?

That’s the .

Having warm wax poured onto your bikini area then counting down from 3 to 1 as the wax strip is ripped off your skin while you scream the first swear word that pops into your mind is not everyone’s idea of fun.

Laser on the other hand is also painful (just not as much!) and a lot more (true in the short term).

So which one should you choose?

Before we decide. Lets look at both . Starting with waxing.

What is waxing?

The wax used a is of beeswax, glycerin, glucose and corn coagulable protein. (not the wax from a Jo Malone or White candle!.) Using the of the it pulls out the excess hair and root.

It is a physical hair root pulling method and rather if you have experienced it!.

There are two main types of wax:

For both the above methods, the of the wax and of are super .

The type of wax, thickness of application, hair direction, hair root strength, technique all need to be really good to get the best .

So waxing is simple, but the pain caused by the is not for everyone, many people find the to be too !.

Results of waxing last for about 2- 4 weeks before you have to go trough the whole experience again!.

Is Laser Hair Removal better then waxing?

Laser hair removal is the best method for getting rid of unwanted hair due to the and care the laser uses on your skin.

Laser treatment catches the hair in the active growth stage, which means the are permanently and should not produce any more hair.

Result!.

Like with waxing a small patch of skin is tested first to see how you react to the laser. A patch test is performed at your to make sure your skin is able to tolerate the laser well.

After your skin has passed the patch test test! You will be ready to begin your course of treatments after 24 hours, to make sure there are no bad to the laser.

People who choose laser hair over waxing say it is because :

Laser hair removal for permanent hair removal, unlike waxing

If you want permanent hair removal or reduction of up to 90% laser hair removal is . It saves time, money, effort and is less in the long run.

Here is how the technology works

Laser works by generating heat that the hair root destroying the hair matrix and hair stem cells which leads to hair or permanent hair .

that are absorbed by the hair’s as it reaches into hair follicles just under the skin’s surface.

The pulses of energy the hair right down to the root safely, damaging any surrounding skin or tissue in the .

After 6-8 sessions, skin will appear even and smooth, with any hair .

Laser technology v waxing

Laser hair has been around for over 20 years so is established and proven.

Candela the very first laser hair removal machine in the world and they and are used in high end and hospital worldwide

One of the best laser hair on the market is the Candela Gentle Max Pro. It is approved by the US FDA and uses and Nd: YAG dual- wavelength.

Laser hair removal v waxing appointments

Laser hair the hair growth cycle, so it is important that you follow and stick you your .

So if you are thinking about getting laser hair for the first time you need to set aside enough time and commit to the whole process for best results.

Laser hair removal v waxing for side effects

Laser hair Tattoo removal has very few side effects with most people finding it not too painful. The treatment feels like a rubber band against your skin. The most common skin reaction includes temporary redness, erythema, folilic oedema, which disappear in a few hours.

When off the wax the hair may break and stay in a part of the pores. This can cause skin problems such as folliculitis, ingrown hairs and spots which can be extremely painful and are also not a good look!.

One of the most times we book in for a wax is the day before our summer . This can be very though as waxing can also remove the top layer of dead skin and the new fresh skin is more vulnerable to  harmful effects of .

This in turn can cause skin or a change in pigmentation of the skin. It can be especially noticeable on the upper lip if has not been liberally .

Going through the waxing process just a few days prior to going on holiday when you’re going to be out in the sun more than normal is not always the best choice for you skin.

Another pitfall to waxing comes in the form of hairs. Dermatologists say waxing can actually help cause hairs, which can be quite painful.

How waxing can

The rapid of waxing involves pulling hairs out so fast that it can actually tear at the lining of the skin. The lining guides a hair’s growth and if the lining is damaged, and the hair doesn’t have a direction to re-grow, the hair doesn’t have a good exit from the body.  This causes hairs.

On top of that, waxing requires you to wait for the hair to grow back before you can wax again. Is waxing worth it?  Many say no.  There are many more to hair though a laser than forcing your body to go through the hazards that come with waxing.

Why we recommend Laser Hair Removal over waxing

. Waxing is easy to do either at home or in a clinic and is still very popular today and cheaper then laser.

Waxing results that can last much longer than so is to shaving but not to laser. Also waxing is never ending. As long as your hair grows you will have to wax. With laser once the hair has gone……it’s gone!

If you have been waxing for some time and are about switching over come and speak to one of our friendly team today.

To find out more about Laser Hair Removal at Laser & Skin, with and say goodbye to waxing for good

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