Probably one of the first signs of a kid entering the adult phase of life is the appearance of hair. Underarm hair can be the most unsightly and sweatiest area, especially for those who enjoy wearing strappy tops and dresses. Many activists these days prefer to go pro-hair and all-natural, but smooth, clean and pleasant-smelling underarms are still very much preferred by many. Today we delve into why laser hair removal for the armpit is an excellent option if you want to reduce the hair on your body.

Laser Hair Removal for Underarms ProcedureLaser hair removal has been the solution to many a leg, arm, mustache, underarm and bikini area. As a result, there are several interesting facts about laser hair removal. The lasers used for the removal process can differ and depend on the skin pigment, the hair coarseness, color and regrowth pattern. This means it doesn’t matter what your complexion, hair thickness or density of your hair is; laser hair removal will work on any skin. We will consult you first to determine which laser wavelength will be the most effective for you to get your desired results.

How Safe is the Procedure?When the word laser is involved, there’s always the question of safety and whether it can be harmful to your skin or cause pigmentation. You can relax; the lasers are in our trained technicians' hands, and we recommend laser hair removal for your armpits if you first want to test the procedure to see if it works for you.

Laser hair removal in the underarm area means we have a small space we can cover in a quick session for the first time that is not as exposed as your legs or arms. The lasers work at safe wavelengths on the skin and only target the hair pigment, not the skin pigment.False beliefs stem from the fact that the first lasers only worked on lighter pigmented skin. Still, as technology evolved, the lasers developed to target only the hair follicle melanin, not the skin color pigment. So the procedure is quick and entirely safe, and you will feel more comfortable using it in a smaller area at first.

What Can You Expect to Experience?The four main areas where laser hair removal work best are the legs, armpits, bikini line, lip and chin, as the coarsest and thickest hair can be targeted. There are several laser hair removal aftercare tips that you should be aware of. You can expect some swelling and redness in any area where laser was performed, and you’ll do well to refrain from using any products on your underarms for a day until it settles. You will see that only the hair follicles in the growth phase are targeted. Since each hair grows at a unique growth rate, you’ll need more sessions to ensure we get all the hair at the ideal growth phase to reduce all the hair.

What We Expect From YouTo target the hair follicle at the root, we need you to shave before your appointment, or the laser will zap the hair that sticks out and not get to the root of the problem. Do not wax or tweeze, as we want the hair follicle in place to zap. We will also advise that you wear sunblock afterward and that you don’t exercise within 24 hours of your session due to sweat. For a successful laser hair removal in the underarm area, please tell us during the consultation if you are on any photosensitive medication before we do the procedure.

Book Your SessionThe laser hair removal process for underarms is the perfect ‘test’ area for laser hair removal if you’re uncertain of the outcome and want a safe spot to try it first. We urge you to visit us for six to eight sessions to see the full effect of the removal sessions targeted at all growth phases. Get in touch with us today to book your appointment!