Pre-Laser Shortening Process

Pre-laser razor, machine shortening, and hair removal with a hair remover (all shortening processes that do not remove the roots) are performed to reduce the length of the hair before laser epilation. Laser is a light filter that targets the hair roots and is transmitted to the root from the pigments in the hair shaft. Long hairs can reduce the effect of the laser light and make it difficult to achieve the desired results. However, if a laser shot hits long hairs, the hair sticks to the upper skin, creating the possibility of scarring. It also causes the laser light to create a burning effect on the skin, causing more pain. For these reasons, pre-laser razor application is an important step that must be done before laser epilation. IT IS NOT SAFE TO SHOT LONG HAIR WITH ANY LASER MACHINE.

How to Make the Most Effective Shortening Before Laser?

Razor: Pre-laser razor procedure is a very simple application. First of all, it is important to clean the skin of the area to be treated. Oil, dirt and residue on the skin can make it difficult to use a razor. Then, in areas with dense and long hair (for example, male chest, etc.), it is necessary to shorten the hair as much as possible; this way, the razor can be used more comfortably. Regulating the direction of hair growth helps the razor to be used effectively. When using a razor, it is recommended to make sure that the area is wet with plenty of foam so that the razor glides more easily and leaves less damage. When using a razor, it is necessary to move in the direction of hair growth by applying light pressure to the skin; this way, any damage to the skin is avoided. Cleaning the remaining hair residue on the skin after the procedure increases the effectiveness of the laser hair removal process. Finally, applying moisturizer to the skin after shaving helps the skin to stay healthy. It helps prevent irritation after shaving.

Hair Removal Cream: It works in the same way as a razor; while the razor physically removes the hair from the body at the level of the skin, hair removal creams and sprays ensure that the hair is broken off in the body tissues at the level of the skin. There is no harm in terms of laser. These creams and sprays may have allergenic effects, so it is useful to choose a brand that you have used before, that is, that you are sure you are not allergic to. Make sure that it is rinsed very well after applying the cream. Moisturize abundantly after applying and rinsing the day before the laser.

Shaver: Shavers that use the cutting method can be preferred, such as machines preferred for beards. Epilation machines that pluck the hairs (epilators) are not suitable, devices that work entirely with a cutting mechanism can be used. The possibility of irritation is less, it can be used for areas with thin hair. In areas with thick hair, it is useful to shorten it thoroughly with a razor afterwards.

SHORTENING METHODS THAT SHOULD NEVER BE DONE

Since we need the root of the hair, if you shorten it with these methods, it is necessary to wait 2 weeks to 20 days for the new root to form.

Waxing
Tweezers
Epilation Device (epilator)
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