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A Timeline of Your Laser Hair Removal Journey

Posted on 31 January 2023

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Laser hair removal has quickly become a popular method for hair removal across the Greater Toronto Area. However, there are still many questions regarding laser hair removal, including the timeline of the process. Whether you’re getting laser hair removal for your face, arms, or legs, laser hair removal is dependent on your hair growth cycle. For best results, you must conduct laser hair removal from Toronto Laser Hair Removal for six sessions every six weeks. Once your sessions have been completed, your skin will feel smooth and hair-free. For effective and comfortable laser hair removal in Toronto, visit our leading laser clinic near you.

Here’s what you should know about your laser hair removal timeline.

Consult With Your Laser Clinic in Toronto

Before you begin laser hair removal in Toronto, you’ll need to consult with your trusted laser clinic. A consultation from the specialists at Toronto Laser Hair Removal will help answer any questions or concerns, guide you through the process, and teach you about our technology.

Stages of Hair Growth

There are three phases in the hair growth cycle: anagen, catagen, and telogen. The anagen stage is when the hair and the follicle are connected, allowing the laser to target the hair and damage it, effectively destroying it and preventing future growth. Only 20% of hair is in the anagen phase at one time, which is why it takes at least six sessions to target all hair in the affected area. The catagen stage is when the hair detaches from the follicle and begins to shed, and the telogen phase is when new hairs start to grow. Because hair is separated from the follicle in the catagen and telogen phases, laser hair removal for your face and body can only be completed during the anagen phase.

Laser Hair Removal Treatment Stages

After the first laser hair removal session, you’ll likely see the most noticeable effects. Your skin may be red and sensitive, similar to a sunburn, but that’s expected, and the inflammation should reduce in a few hours. After your second treatment, approximately six weeks after your first, significantly more hair in the area will be removed. In the 12th week of your laser hair removal journey and after your third treatment session, hair growth has significantly slowed down. Despite slow hair growth in the fourth and fifth sessions, sticking to a tight schedule and attending your appointments is imperative for the best results. After your sixth and final session, hair growth will be minimal, and your skin will feel smooth and rejuvenated.

What To Do Between Sessions

Between sessions, it’s essential to take care of your skin and stay out of the sun, stay moisturized, and use gentle cleansers only. Before each treatment session, you should avoid makeup, lotion, self-tanner, alcohol, and NSAIDs; essentially, anything that will irritate your skin or cause inflammation. Following each session, it’s essential to continue to use gentle cleansers, wear loose-fitting clothing, and avoid direct sunlight. 

About Laser Technology at Toronto Laser Hair Removal

At Toronto Laser Hair Removal, we use the latest technology to ensure painless and fast laser hair removal. Our safe, effective, and comfortable laser hair removal will leave you totally satisfied within a matter of weeks.

Contact Toronto Laser Hair Removal today.

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