Waxing vs Laser

Waxing vs Laser

Women everywhere question which method of hair removal is best to suit their needs and for which region of the body? Here is a break-down of the pros and cons for each method:

Waxing Pros:

  1. Leaves your skin feeling silky smooth even after hair growth
  2. Does not result in rashes or irritation
  3. Pulls hair from the root and can last up to 6 weeks
  4. Fast and convenient service (sessions lasting only about 15 minutes)
  5. Waxing removes hair completely for entire sections (arm pit, bikini)

Waxing Cons:

  1. Must wait up to 4 weeks in between waxing
  2. Immediate discomfort
  3. Must receive waxes every 4-6 weeks

Consensus: Waxing is best for smaller areas such as the bikini area/arm pits and legs.

Laser Pros

  1. Lasers can target specific hair without harming the skin around it
  2. Large sections at a time can be treated very quickly (about a quarter size every minute)
  3. Laser results are longer lasting, sometimes resulting in permanent hair reduction

Laser Cons

  1. Must limit plucking, waxing, and shaving for 6 weeks before treatment
  2. Sun exposure should be avoided 6 weeks before and after treatment due to complications and less effectiveness
  3. Laser hair removal must be done in scheduled sessions in order to maintain progress
  4. Laser works best with dark hair but not as good on light hair

Consensus: Laser is best for larger areas such as the back, legs, and arms other areas can be considered for laser as well, but best suited for those with dark hair.

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