At NuSkinnovation, we offer various laser treatments with an impressive array of benefits, including the best laser hair removal Cape Town has to offer. If you are looking for highly effective, science-backed laser hair removal, we’ve got you covered. Our experienced laser specialists use ultra-high-tech equipment to facilitate incredible results.

 

In this article, we will explore the process of laser hair removal and delve into the many ways that it can enhance your natural beauty and offer a long-term solution to everyday grooming challenges. Additionally, we offer a few tips and tricks regarding aftercare, to ensure optimal results and satisfaction. If this is something that piques your interest, continue reading to find out more.

 

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Laser Hair Removal Cape Town: Why Do We Have Hair?

 

Laser hair removal is a specialised treatment that uses a concentrated beam of light to reduce or halt hair growth. Before we get into the science behind it, it’s crucial to understand the anatomy of hair. We all have hair in different areas, it’s completely natural and, in the past, was needed for protection from the elements. Hair on our heads, and other parts of our bodies, was originally evolved to keep us warm and insulate heat during the colder months of the year.

 

This hair comes with the added benefit of protecting our skulls from harsh UV rays. The hair in our noses, eyes, and ears stops dust and other small particles from infiltrating these sensitive areas. Our eyebrows and eyelashes also prevent particles from entering our eyes and decrease the glare from the sun. That being said, sometimes hair grows too much for our liking, and we don’t need it in the way we did long ago. Luckily, there are ways to deal with it, like laser hair removal in Cape Town.

 

We have hair follicles all over our bodies, aside from areas where hair doesn’t grow, like the palms and soles of our feet. At the base of the hair follicle is the papilla, where hair growth takes place. An artery in the papilla nourishes the root of the hair and cells begin to multiply, forming a protein called keratin, which hair is made from. This facilitates structure and growth, and eventually, a shaft of hair will form.

 

As cells at the base of the follicle multiply, the hair grows, forming the shaft which pushes through the skin’s surface. The shaft has no living cells, but as cells multiply at the base of the follicle, the hair gets longer as keratin builds up. The rate of keratin production, and therefore hair growth, depends on the activity of the hair follicle, which is impacted by hormones, genetics, nutrition, and stress.

 

The pigmentation in hair comes from melanin count, which differs dramatically from person to person. There are two main types of hair; the first is the shorter, finer vellus hairs – an example is peach fuzz, which some people have on their cheeks – and the second type is longer, thicker terminal hair. Terminal hair is the hair that grows on your head, eyebrows, underarms, pubic areas, chest, and stomach. The areas in which terminal and vellus hair is more prevalent will depend on biological sex, age, hormones, and genetics.

 

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Laser Hair Removal Cape Town: The Different Treatments We Offer

 

Our laser hair removal in Cape Town involves a treatment that uses a laser, or a concentrated beam of light to remove hair in different areas of the body. At NuSkinnovation, we have two options between laser and an Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for the treatment.

 

The laser uses a direct, focused light wavelength to target the hair follicle.

 

IPL is a high-powered and intelligent device that produces an intense spectrum of visible light pulses. To further ensure accuracy, filters are implemented to selectively sift out lower wavelengths, such as ultraviolet light, which can be damaging to the skin. The filters allow the device to reach the desired target and the light emitted from the IPL targets specific melanin structures in the hair.

 

These structures are heated by the light, which destroys the targeted follicles, and the energy is reabsorbed into the body. With laser hair removal, both IPL and laser treatments work by targeting the pigmentation in hair – heating it and damaging the hair follicle. When the hair follicle is damaged, the root won’t be able to continue the Anagen phase of hair growth, which results in semi-permanent hair loss in the desired area.

 

What To Expect From Laser Hair Removal: Cape Town

 

Laser hair removal is a highly effective way to get rid of unwanted hair and it offers a range of benefits that other hair removal techniques simply cannot. Shaving can be damaging to the skin and cause razor bumps in sensitive areas. Waxing can be painful and costly, and the results don’t last nearly as long as laser treatment. Additionally, there is a risk of ingrown hairs for both waxing and shaving. Common areas for laser hair removal include armpits, forearms, legs, bikini line, upper lip area, chin, back, and chest.

 

Laser hair removal can be done in most areas of the body, aside from the eyelids and sensitive surrounding areas. During a laser hair removal treatment, you may feel a tingling sensation as the heat of the laser reaches your skin, but most of our customers report little to no discomfort, especially when compared to waxing. The sensitivity of the area will also impact the strength of the sensation. If laser treatment is being done in a sensitive area, our technicians can apply numbing cream if needed.

 

At NuSkinnovation, we use a cooling system that lowers the temperature of the skin before, during, and after the laser treatment. This is to help our clients remain as comfortable as possible throughout their sessions. Cooling can help to relieve any pain you may experience because of the laser; it also protects the skin from potential inflammation caused by thermal damage. Both laser and IPL target the pigmentation of hair rather than the skin, and the cooling system helps to create contrast between the hair and skin – making it easier for the light beams to target the hair follicles.

 

Before we begin the process of laser hair removal, you will have to have a consultation in which our skin therapists will prepare you for the treatment and answer any questions you may have. In the build-up to your treatment, you should limit plucking, waxing, or threading any hair in the area that will be receiving laser treatment, ideally, for six weeks before the session.

 

When you pluck, wax, or thread hair, the roots are temporarily removed and may take a while to grow back. In the treatment, the laser targets the root follicles, so if they are removed before the procedure, the results won’t be as long-lasting as one might like. Exposure to harsh UV rays can also compromise the effectiveness of laser hair removal, so you should avoid spending too much time in the sun or take extra care to apply protection. We recommend shaving the day before the treatment, if the hair in the target area is too long, the laser treatment may not be as efficient.

 

Laser Hair Removal Cape Town: Aftercare Tips And Tricks

 

There are a few crucial aftercare practices to follow once your laser hair removal sessions conclude, allow us to walk you through them to ensure ultimate satisfaction and comfort. During the procedure, light energy is directed towards your skin, this energy then transfers into heat, which damages the hair follicles at the root. As a result of this heat, you may experience minor swelling and redness post-procedure.

 

As we touched on earlier, we use cooling systems at NuSkinnovation to help combat these effects. You may experience slight itching and sensitivity in the treated area, but this is temporary and will pass quickly. In some areas, where you previously had ingrown hairs, it could be quite itchy. It is important not to scratch these areas, as it could cause scarring. Instead, cooling pads can relieve the sensation, as well as certain inexpensive creams. These side effects usually only last a few days after the procedure.

 

Hot showers, harsh chemicals, and swimming pools should be avoided, as they might aggravate the treated area and cause minor complications. Slight skin irritation is normal, and you can apply a soothing moisturizer to help ease the sensation. As the weeks progress, the hair in the treated area will fall out, during this process, it is important not to pluck, shave, or wax the treated area. If you do, it can hinder the effectiveness of the treatments.

 

depending on the area, colour, and hair texture, it may grow back eventually, warranting sessions down the line. Results vary from person to person, as genetics and hormones play an important role in hair production. For some clients, 1 – 2 sessions may be enough, others might need up to 8 sessions for long-lasting results. Each time you receive laser treatments the results will improve, allowing some to experience permanent hair removal in the treated areas. Generally, sessions are 4 – 6 weeks apart to allow the skin to adequately recover and facilitate the best results.

 

Even though some of the effects of laser hair removal may seem daunting, our friendly and professional staff at NuSkinnovation will do all we can to ensure your treatment goes as smoothly as possible.

 

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Why Choose Laser Hair Removal Cape Town?

 

Our laser hair removal Cape Town branch is situated at the V & A Waterfront. We aim to share our hospitality and warmth with every client who walks through our doors. Laser hair removal Cape Town is carried out by highly trained technicians who take great care to meet your aesthetic goals. If you are searching for the best laser treatments in the nation, look no further, our knowledgeable team is ready for any challenge.

 

We have been in the aesthetic industry for seven years and in this time, we have started branches across South Africa – our Western Cape branches are in Cape Town and George. Whichever branch you end up at, our attention to detail and excellent service will shine through. We take all possible steps to ensure that our customers leave feeling relaxed, satisfied, and beautiful. Our founder, Nicolene Pelster, has a phrase that quite aptly describes our philosophy: “When I go for something, I go for gold.”