Does bikini hair removal pain? – Bikini Laser Hair Removal

Surely, it can’t be painless. No?

Hair removal in the nether regions need not always be for cosmetic reasons. The pelvic area is one of the least exposed. It’s also where you can expect dense hair growth. And, by virtue of its location, it isn’t always easy or convenient to regularly remove hair.

While bikini hair removal can leave you with smooth skin, which is a great confidence boost for some, it is also a great way to maintain physical hygiene. It also reduces the possibility of infection caused by ingrown hair in these parts.

Pubic hair removal is always a good idea. However waxing can be painful, and shaving does not always deliver the best results. Not to mention, if you’re doing either yourself, it would require some amount of body contorting. In any case, hair removal in the bikini region, using traditional forms is neither convenient nor always effective.

What is the best way to remove bikini hair?

Bikini laser hair removal involves removing unwanted hair in the region which can be exposed while wearing swimsuits or underwear. There are different styles of bikini hair removal – from the classic bikini line to the Brazilian – that denote the amount of hair to be removed.

Laser hair removal in the bikini area works in the same way as it does on other parts of the body. A concentrated laser beam of a specific wavelength targets the pigment in the hair follicles, heating them up before burning them out completely. This process reduces hair regrowth by as much as 90 per cent.

To be sure, bikini laser hair removal is not permanent. While hair regrowth in the treated area reduces drastically, it doesn’t completely stop. Hair growth is dependent on a variety of factors, including and not always restricted to hormonal changes. Menopause and pregnancy are just two among many events that can cause hormonal imbalance in the body, which in turn can trigger hair regrowth even in the treated areas.

Following the first series of sessions – it could take anywhere between three and six sessions to completely rid yourself of bikini hair – you could likely do well with annual maintenance sessions.

How painful is bikini laser hair removal?

You would imagine bikini laser hair removal to be an exceptionally painful process because of how sensitive the area is, to begin with. But you likely only have waxing as a point of reference. Even in the best of times, waxing can be a very aggressive process. To the extent that you’ll always remember the pain you felt the first time you waxed, say, your legs or your arms. This will not be the case with your first laser hair removal session.

To be sure, bikini laser hair removal won’t be a walk in the park, but it certainly isn’t as painful as waxing. That being said how much it will hurt depends on your personal threshold of pain. But imagine being pricked by a pin followed by a shot of cool air to soothe the skin.

An experienced aesthetician will always ensure the process is safe and you experience as little pain as possible. Typically, a numbing cream is applied to the region. This helps reduce the sensation of pain during the process. However, should you find the pain unbearable, you must inform the aesthetician immediately so they can change the settings of the laser machine. Ultimately, after the session is over, you must follow the instructions that your doctor has given you so as to reduce any discomfort experienced after the procedure.

As you will likely discover, the benefits of bikini laser hair removal far outweigh the discomfort you experience during the short process. You won’t have any ingrown hair, so there’s no more fear of infection. You also won’t have to twist yourself into awkward positions to shave your pubic hair. Neither will you have to go through the painful process of waxing, which also results in sagging of the skin. Most importantly, you will have long, extended periods of being hair-free. And ultimately, you no longer need to feel self-conscious every time you want to get into a swimming costume or a bikini.

Of course, bikini laser hair removal can be uncomfortable, given that the region itself is sensitive to any kind of touch. But it need not always be painful. It is, however, absolutely normal to have apprehensions or questions about bikini laser hair removal, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. It can also feel invasive, and you are bound to feel exposed. A trained professional will ensure you are made to feel comfortable as you sit through the session.

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