Bye, Waxing: How Laser Hair Removal Benefits Your Health

Hair waxing has been practiced for centuries, with documented evidence dating back to ancient Egypt. While it’s a quick and effective method, it can also be uncomfortable and increase the risk of skin problems, such as redness and irritation.

At Medical Aesthetics & Laser, Our expert team uses laser hair removal to target unwanted body hair. This blog explains why laser hair removal is more comfortable and better for your skin.

What is laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is a noninvasive cosmetic procedure that uses targeted light energy (lasers) to heat up and destroy hair follicles. Our team uses the Bare HR™ by Sciton®, a cutting-edge device that makes body hair removal quick, comfortable, and permanent.

During treatment, your provider uses a wandlike device to target specific areas, such as your legs or bikini area. The device emits ultrashort light pulses that target hair follicles, destroying them without damaging the surrounding skin. Most people see an 80% reduction in body hair after just one session. While some hair may grow back, you won’t have to shave, pluck, or wax as often.

3 ways laser hair removal benefits your health

Beyond its convenient and pain-free nature, laser hair removal offers several benefits for your skin, including:

1. Reduced risk of ingrown hairs

Waxing doesn’t always remove hairs from the follicles completely. Sometimes, hair breaks beneath the skin’s surface, causing it to grow backward and trigger inflammation. 

Laser hair removal is less likely to cause ingrown hairs. It targets and destroys the entire follicle, so no hair is left behind to irritate the skin.

2. Less pain

Waxing pulls body hair out at the root, and since hair follicles are near nerve endings, this can cause pain. Think of it like ripping off a giant bandage.

Laser hair removal, however, uses a controlled heat mechanism to target and destroy hair follicles. The Bare HR device even has a built-in cooling system that keeps your skin comfortable throughout treatment.

3. Improved skin texture

After waxing, many people develop folliculitis (a series of itchy red bumps that form over the treatment area). This occurs when bacteria enter damaged hair follicles and cause an infection. The condition is often worsened by wearing tight clothes that rub against the skin, causing further irritation.

Laser hair removal targets and destroys the entire hair follicle, preventing bacteria from accumulating and triggering inflammation. As a result, people who undergo this treatment typically have smoother, softer skin.

Schedule a laser hair removal consultation today!

Laser hair removal is a quick, painless way to remove unwanted body hair, ensuring your skin stays smooth and vibrant. To see if you qualify for treatment, contact our clinic in The Woodlands, Texas, by calling 281-419-2220 or requesting an appointment online today.