Laser Hair Removal
Full Body Laser Hair Removal in Harlingen Laser hair removal is one of the most popular non-surgical procedures performed on both men and women. This cosmetic procedure permanently reduces unwanted hair from key areas of the body including the face, chest, back, neck, arms, legs, and bikini area.
At Elite Body Contour & Drip Bar, our aesthetic team will determine the best treatment plan for your needs using our latest technology.
Recovery and Results
Laser hair removal is a non-invasive procedure that can be performed in the comfort of our office. With no downtime, you will be able to return to work and continue with your normal activities immediately. Post-treatment instructions will be given to you by your provider. It is important to avoid exposure to direct sunlight, as it can interfere with the healing process.
Patients typically notice results with individual hairs falling out within 1 – 2 weeks. Please review the table below for an expected timeline for the recovery period:
Common Side Effects
- Bumps | 24 hours
- Slight irritation | 1 – 2 days
- Swelling and redness | 1–2 days
- Blistering (rare) | 1 week
Daily Activities
- Work | Immediately after treatment
- Physical activities | Immediately after treatment
- Hot showers & sauna use | After 24 – 48 hours
- Direct Sun Exposure) | Avoid for 4 – 6 weeks
What To Do Before Laser Hair Removal:
You must shave within 24 hours prior to Laser Hair Removal treatment. Most important, I cannot stress this enough, is NO SUN EXPOSURE for a minimum of 2 weeks before the treatment.
If we are doing a treatment on the face, sunscreen must be worn daily.
You can apply once in the morning and be fine the rest of the day if you are mainly indoors and just to and from the car etc.
Sunscreen is not enough if you go to the beach or pool or are in the sun more than a few minutes.
You must wear a hat or not do laser until you are not doing these activities
If we are treating an area of the body that’s covered with clothing most of the day, we can treat you with no issues.
Also, NO SUNLESS TANNING, all color must be off the skin before coming in.
FAQ
To avoid possible side effects, all patients need to protect their skin from the sun. After laser hair removal, you should:
– Avoid direct sunlight from hitting your treated skin.
– Not use a tanning bed, sun lamp, or any other indoor tanning equipment.
You will see some redness and swelling after treatment. This often looks like a mild sunburn. Applying a cool compress can help reduce your discomfort.
You will likely see the results immediately after treatment. The results vary from patient to patient. The color and thickness of your hair, area treated, type of laser used, and color of your skin all affect the results. You can expect a 10% to 25% reduction in hair after the first treatment.
To remove the hair, most patients need 2 to 6 laser treatments. After finishing the treatments, most patients do not see any hair on the treated skin for several months or even years. When the hair regrows, there tends to be less of it. The hairs also tend to be finer and lighter in color.
- Discomfort
- Swelling
- Redness
Other possible side effects include:
- Blistering
- Herpes simplex (cold sores) outbreaks
- Infections
- Scarring
- Skin lightening or darkening
In time, skin color tends to return to normal. Some changes to skin color, however, are permanent. This is why seeing a medical doctor who is skilled in laser treatments and has in-depth knowledge of the skin is so important.
It is also important to follow your dermatologist’s instructions. Following both the before-treatment instructions and after-treatment instructions will greatly reduce your risk of side effects.