Laser epilation

Laser epilation is a method of hair removal that uses a laser beam to destroy hair follicles. It’s a fast and effective medical procedure with long-lasting results that reduces unwanted hair growth and helps with ingrown hairs. Laser epilation does not damage the skin and can be performed in all areas, including intimate areas. The intimate areas are treated in the same way as the rest of the body but require a little more preparation and more thorough hygiene.

We perform laser epilation for both men and women. The intimate areas are considered to be the groin and perineal areas and their adjacent areas. Anyone can choose the extent of laser epilation of the intimate area themselves.

The lasers used in laser epilation work on the principle of selective photothermolysis. This means that the laser pulse absorbs the hair pigment, which results in the destruction of the hair follicle. The hairs then do not get enough nutrients, their growth slows down and they partially fall out after the first procedure. The procedure removes existing hair and prevents the formation and growth of new and ingrown hairs. Depending on the individual characteristics of the patient, hair growth is reduced by 80-99% after a course of 6-12 treatments, performed four to six weeks apart.

It is important to remember that during a laser epilation treatment, you can only shave or use shaving or epilation cream. You should not wax or pluck hairs between procedures, as the hair must have a root, which the laser will destroy. Otherwise, the procedure will not produce the desired result.

What are the contraindications for laser epilation?

• Tanned skin – avoid sunbathing for at least three to four weeks before the procedure, including going to the solarium and using self-tan products
• Open wounds, active inflammation
• Active herpes
• Skin diseases in the acute phase
• A large number of birthmarks in the epilation area
• If you suffer from oncological diseases, diseases of the immune system, diabetes, epilepsy, HIV infection, prior consultation with your doctor and specialist is necessary
• The procedure is not performed during antibiotic treatment (at least 1 month must have passed since the end of the treatment)
• At least 6 months must have passed since taking photosensitizing drugs (isotretinoin, retinoid drugs).
• The procedure is not performed during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• For those under 18 years of age, the procedure is performed only with the consent of a parent or guardian

Contraindications are relative, and the final decision about the procedure is made by a specialist during a personal examination and consultation immediately before the procedure.

How to prepare for the procedure?

• Shave the hair one day before the procedure in the area to be epilated (hair length must not exceed 1-2 mm on the day of the procedure).
• Avoid tanning for at least two weeks before the treatment, including visiting the solarium (risk of pigmentation).
• Avoid plucking hairs and waxing during the laser epilation treatment. At least four weeks must have passed since plucking and waxing.
• Avoid the use of cosmetics/creams in the epilation area on the day of the procedure.
• As the laser beam only works on hairs in the active growth phase, the procedure must be repeated at 4-6 week intervals. The procedure also needs to be repeated because one procedure alone is not enough to completely remove the hairs.

What should you take into consideration after the procedure?

• Redness of the skin may occur, which usually disappears within 2-4 hours.
• Avoid going to the sauna, hot bath or swimming pool for 24 hours after the procedure.
• Avoid sunbathing for at least two weeks after the procedure, including visiting a solarium (risk of pigmentation).
• After the procedure, you can apply a soothing hypoallergenic cream (Bepathen or Panthenol) to the epilated area.