Patients often notice regrowth between sessions and want to remove it immediately.
Can I wax between laser sessions?
Waxing or plucking is generally avoided during a laser course because it removes the hair from the follicle; shaving leaves the follicular target in place.
Why hair returns between sessions
Not all follicles are in the same growth phase at the same time.
What can usually be done instead?
Shaving is typically the preferred method between sessions, subject to the clinic’s instructions.
Always follow the treatment provider’s protocol because skin irritation and timing can affect the next session.
Questions to ask at your consultation
- When can I shave after treatment?
- How long before the next session should I shave?
- Should I avoid threading or epilation?
- What should I do if the skin is irritated?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I tweeze one hair?
Plucking removes the hair from the follicle and is generally avoided during treatment courses.
Does waxing ruin previous laser results?
It can interfere with the target available for the next treatment.
Why is shaving different?
Shaving does not pull the follicular hair from the root.
Can I use depilatory cream?
Ask the clinic because skin irritation can affect treatment.
Get an answer for your own case
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