Latest update June 24th, 2022 4:42 PM
Planning for upper lip laser hair removal? Things to know in advance
In any case, removing unwanted facial hair is a painful procedure. Threading is one easy method girls prefer when it comes to removing hair from the upper lip part. The procedure is not time-consuming but leaves your skin with exposed follicles.
The process is performed using string and so it is very painful. If you are opting for hair removal for the first time, then you may not bear the pain. Waxing, in general, is not advisable for facial and upper lip hair. Women should never use a razor as well as it will promote hair growth in the future.
Each of the techniques mentioned above will also leave a dark patch for a lifetime on your facial skin. There are also chances that the techniques may not be effective. You may have to deal with this issue more scientifically.
- When it comes to upper lip hair removal, the laser is the best technique.
- It is not painful and will offer the best results.
- The treatment is performed once and will provide with life-time results
Even if pain-free, still before you opt for upperlip laser hair removal procedure, there are few points that you should keep in mind.
Use razor before each appointment
The laser is effective on hair follicles. This means that removing hair only using the laser will always be a more challenging task. Experts always advise using a razor and shaving unwanted upper lip hair before each session.
So, before you go for the procedure, it is better to dry shave in advance. This will offer benefits as your follicles will be more visible. The experts won’t have to deal with unwanted hair initially. They can just focus on performing the procedure.
Avoid tanning your skin
Skin tanning is one common activity everyone prefers. But you have to remember that if undergoing laser treatment tanning should completely be avoided. So even if you are going out during day time, use sunscreen lotion.
A laser is a form of treatment that will work best on your naturally toned skin. if the skin is tanned, then hair follicles may not be visible. Tanning after each procedure will also damage the exposed follicles. It has to be avoided completely.
Avoid using sunbeds
In most cases, sunbeds are also never advisable before laser treatment. If you are wearing sun-tan cream before this treatment then the beam may not be much effective. Sun tan cream will cover the follicles and the beam may not reach the base.
If you expect better results after the laser hair removal technique, then it is better to avoid using tanning cream before each treatment. You should avoid using makeup and other facial masks until the procedure is completed.
Avoid any skincare products
Skincare products are always good for your skin. This may not be true when undergoing laser hair removal treatment on the upper lip region. Your skin is delicate and will absorb any product that you use. If this happens then laser may not be effective.
So if you are undergoing this treatment it is advisable to avoid using any type of skincare product. You may have to care for your skin for three to four weeks during the procedure.
