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If you’re considering laser hair removal, a popular choice for long-term hair reduction, you may be wondering about the discomfort associated with the procedure. Is it painful, and how does it compare to other hair removal methods?

In this blog, we’ll walk you through what to expect during a laser hair removal session, tips to minimise discomfort, and details about a free patch test available at Surrey Laser Clinic.

What to Expect – The Pain Factor

Laser hair removal is often described as a tolerable experience, with many clients comparing the sensation to a quick snap or a light rubber band flick against the skin. Of course, pain levels vary from person to person, depending on factors like pain tolerance, the area being treated, and the technology used.

Some areas of the body are more sensitive than others. For example, the bikini line, which has thinner skin, might feel more sensitive than areas like the legs. Additionally, factors like hormonal fluctuations or pre-existing skin conditions can also affect sensitivity. But, overall, the discomfort is often brief and manageable.

How Laser Hair Removal Compares to Waxing and Shaving

Compared to traditional hair removal methods, laser hair removal is generally less painful. Waxing can involve significant discomfort, and shaving often leads to issues like irritated skin and ingrown hairs. Laser hair removal, by contrast, is a quick process with a long-term benefit: you won’t have to endure frequent maintenance sessions.

Thanks to advancements in technology, treatments like those using the Motus AY Alexandrite laser, offer an even more comfortable experience.

This technology includes integrated cooling to keep discomfort at a minimum, allowing you to get the smooth, hair-free skin you want without the irritation associated with other methods.

Tips to Minimise Discomfort During Laser Hair Removal

Here are a few simple tips to make your laser hair removal experience as comfortable as possible:

Hydrate – Staying well-hydrated can help your skin respond better to treatment.
Talk to Your Technician – If you’re nervous about discomfort, communicate with your technician. They can make adjustments to the settings or techniques to suit your needs and increase your comfort.
Avoid Sensitivity Triggers – Avoid caffeine and intense sun exposure before your appointment, as these can make your skin more sensitive.

At Surrey Laser Clinic, we tailor each treatment plan to our clients’ needs, ensuring a personalised approach that adapts to any sensitivities.

Book Your Free Patch Test at Surrey Laser Clinic

Curious about laser hair removal but still on the fence? Book a free patch test at Surrey Laser Clinic to experience a small sample of the treatment and determine how it feels on your skin.

Click the link to BOOK NOW to schedule your appointment and take your first step towards smooth, hair-free skin.

In Conclusion

While some discomfort is normal, many find laser hair removal to be a bearable and even preferable experience compared to other methods. The advanced technology, combined with an experienced technician, can make this journey to hair-free skin as comfortable as possible.

Does Brazilian wax or laser hurt more?

We carried out a mini survey in our clinic and had some fun with our clients regarding this question.

We have the bonus that we have the Moveo pain free hand piece, so when we asked clients that were having this, they all said that having a wax was 100% more painful as you genuinely cannot feel anything when having the Moveo handpiece.

With some of the more stubborn hairs we use Nd:Yag laser and you can feel this, overall out of the clients we asked that were having this type of treatment, they said that the Nd:Yag was less painful than a wax.

This makes sense as the wax is ripping the hair from the follicle and it is irritating the dermal and subdermal layer and pulling the skin, so the mechanoreceptors (these sense movement) are going to be stimulated this can also activate pain fibres and make it feel painful.

The laser works differently in that it is heating up the skin, so if you can keep the skin below the heat threshold then the pain fibres will not get activated in the same way. For example, have you ever put you hand over a candle? Yes, we have all tried it when we were younger, what you may find is that for the first second you don’t feel the heat, until the heat builds up more and more then you start to feel it and it causes pain, you then draw your hand away.

A similar thing happens with the laser, if you left the laser in one place it will heat up the follicle but also the surrounding skin and you will feel the pain as a zap. At Surrey Laser we are moving the laser frequently to avoid heating the skin too much but also getting as much exposure to the follicles as possible.

We also precool and post cool the area and apply aloe vera cream to avoid the heat building in the skin. You can get some god quality aloe vera and we would recommend applying that after your laser.

Can I shave 1 hour before laser?

The short answer is no.

The reason is when you shave it can irritate and inflame the skin. You are then going to be having laser which heats the skin up and you want to ensure that you don’t cause any issues following the treatment.

You could also cut the skin very finely, like a micro cut and this can then be susceptible to the laser heat. We would recommend shaving at least 24 hours before your appointment just to let everything settle down so you are comfortable for your treatment.

If you would like to find out more about our laser hair removal introductory offer then please call 01932 553118

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