Here’s a pre-summer season tip that just might change your whole outlook on life! Ready? You will get great results with laser hair removal if you schedule your sessions during the spring season.
The reason spring is a great time for laser hair removal has to do with some not commonly known information about how the process actually works. In order to remove the hair, the laser light must penetrate the skin and target the root, or hair follicle. The laser is effectively targeting the hair by differentiating between the colors of pigment in the hair and skin.
That’s why when your skin is pasty and paler from months of being hidden under heavy winter weather layers, the natural decrease in pigmentation allows for the laser light to more effectively “find” or target the (usually) darker hair follicles. The more tanned you are from sun exposure, the less effective the laser can be and the more treatments will be necessary.
That said, laser hair removal treatments still work for people with a tan from sun exposure, or naturally darker toned skin. It’s just that the best time to get your procedure scheduled is also when you’re less likely to be exposed to the sun. Less exposure helps to protect your skin and speed healing after the laser treatment. The typical recommendation is that you keep your newly hair-free skin under wraps (clothes) for at least 2 to 4 weeks, to protect from burning or scarring.
All of which makes the end of winter and early spring season the perfect time to go ahead and get the smooth skin you’ve always wanted! You can go ahead with the laser hair removal, have time to keep it under wraps while it’s still a bit cooler out and then feel free to make the big reveal in time for swimsuit, sleeveless and shorts season!
Just think about it. Summer is the perfect time to avoid dealing with the hassle of stubble and razor burn. No more repeated waxing sessions or bleaching, and the skin irritation that can result. You can wear those breezy summer dresses with the comfort of knowing that you’re always at your best. The idea might just be enough to give you some spring fever!