If you love swimming or you are just someone who likes to keep things neat “down there,” maintaining a hair-free bikini line can be time consuming and costly especially when it needs to be done frequently. Don’t you wish there is a way to always be bikini-ready minus the extra effort of shaving or waxing regularly? Your wish is our command! You can say goodbye to razors and wax by undergoing a bikini line laser hair removal! What is it and how is it done? Read on.
Drawing the Bikini Line
The bikini line is a commonly heard phrase when talking about hair removal, but not many folks have an idea where it starts and ends. To draw the bikini line, we must first know about the “bikini area.”
The bikini area is the area of skin that is covered by a normal bikini swimsuit bottom, which includes the following:
- Lower abdomen
- Pubic area
- Perianal area
- Upper inner thighs
The bikini line is drawn around the edges of the bikini area that is covered by a bikini bottom.
Benefits of Bikini Line Laser Hair Removal
Removing hair from the pubic area is totally dependent on one’s personal preference. The main reason why a lot of women choose to do so is aesthetic-related. When strutting in a bathing suit, you definitely would want to look your best– any stray hair peeking from under your bikini bottom can be a turn off for some.
There are many ways to remove hair from your bikini line. You can shave, wax, trim, or use a sugar paste. You can do it on your own or get a professional to help you, but these methods have to be repeated regularly. If you are getting tired of doing this on your own or find yourself too lazy to book an appointment most of the time, then you may want to try an alternative that can give you long-term hair removal results.
Here are some benefits that you can get from choosing bikini line laser hair removal:
1 You don’t have to worry about missing a spot.
Laser technology is extremely accurate. It can be programmed to target even the smallest area and still get the job done, perfect for hard to reach areas of the bikini line.
2 You just need to relax.
Laser hair removal procedures are performed by healthcare providers that are highly trained in operating laser equipment properly and safely. During your laser hair removal session, you can just relax as a laser expert works on removing every single piece of hair from your bikini line.
3 You experience less discomfort or pain.
Laser hair removal uses a topical anaesthetic that is spread on the skin of the bikini line to reduce any discomfort during the treatment as this area is particularly very sensitive. Aside from this, a cooling gel is applied or a cooling device is directed to the skin surrounding the target areas for extra protection. A slightly warm sensation that feels like tiny pricks to the skin may be felt once the pulses of a laser beam touches the skin. The pain or discomfort felt during this time is tolerable for many people.
4 You can save time and money in the long run.
Time is gold as the saying goes and with laser hair removal, you do not only get valuable time back, but also save on costs. The procedure is done in just a short period of time each session. After finishing the recommended number of laser sessions for your bikini line, you can spend the time that you used to set aside for personal grooming to do other things. Plus, you save extra bucks too as you will no longer need to buy razors, shaving creams or schedule a salon appointment regularly since the result of the bikini line laser hair removal is long lasting.
5 You are safe from getting injured or dealing with ingrown hairs.
Ingrown hairs are unavoidable with other hair removal methods. With shaving, there is a risk of injuring your skin with the razor. These damages to the skin can lead to irritation, bacterial growth, infection and the chance of scarring. Your skin won’t be exposed to these risks with bikini line laser hair removal.
Preparing for a Bikini Line Laser Hair Removal
Preparation ensures the success of your bikini line laser hair removal. These are some best practices to remember:
- Consult with your doctor if you are taking medications that may interfere with the laser hair removal procedure or cause side effects. Let your doctor know in case you are regularly taking medications such as acne medicines, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, hormonal treatments, or topical products containing retinol.
- Avoid waxing or plucking the bikini area about six weeks prior to your scheduled bikini line laser hair removal session. Keeping the hair follicles intact will enable the laser light to penetrate and damage them completely, so allow your pubic hair to grow.
- Keep away from sun exposure or tanning beds and products two weeks before your laser hair removal appointment. Getting a suntan before your laser treatment can increase the risk of burns if traditional laser equipment is used for your hair removal.
- Shave the treatment area carefully a day or two before the laser hair removal treatment. Not to worry, this step won’t damage the hair follicles, so the laser can still target the pigment and destroy them. Shaving lessens the risk of getting laser burns.
- Use a gentle fragrance-free cleanser to clean the treatment area on the day of your laser hair removal treatment. Do not use any skin products such as lotions, creams, oils, perfumes, or powders as these can affect the effectiveness of the laser in targeting the hair follicles.
- Drink plenty of water and avoid beverages that can dehydrate your body at least 24 hours before your appointment. Being dehydrated can make your skin more sensitive to discomfort and pain.
- Wear comfortable loose-fitting clothes during your laser hair removal appointment.
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