Laser hair removal: deep bikini - a delicate approach

Bikini hair removal is one of the most popular and sometimes painful procedures. Few people believe that from such a procedure you can not only avoid pain, but also enjoy it! You can continue to not believe it, but you can use a new and effective method for removing unwanted hair in the bikini area - laser hair removal.

A neat “bikini line” is psychological comfort for every woman. It's rare that a woman doesn't take care of her bikini area, but not all hair removal and depilation methods are the same. Why is bikini waxing unpleasant and painful?

The skin in the bikini area is very delicate, sensitive, and the hair follicles have the greatest depth - up to 5 mm!

Number of procedures : from 5 to 8. Average interval between procedures : 6-8 weeks (as new hair grows) Cost : bikini area 5,500 rubles (women). Learn more about laser hair removal prices.

Traditional methods of hair removal from these areas are often accompanied by trauma to the skin, which leads to a number of problems: irritation, ingrown hairs, inflammation.

In the summer, especially during moments of relaxation at sea and constant contact of the bikini area with wet swimsuits, these problems appear in all their glory!

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Features of hair removal in the intimate area

The intimate area and adjacent areas are characterized by increased sensitivity, which means that skin treatment in these areas should be carried out using gentle methods. Common methods of removing unwanted hair (shaving, depilation with creams) in most cases cause irritation, manifested by redness and itching of the skin, and inflammation in the form of pustules. Hair often grows into the skin, especially after shaving.

The razor removes hair for a short period of time. After 1 – 2 days, the regrown hair shafts become noticeable. The rate of hair growth increases, its structure becomes coarser. Side effects such as irritation and ingrown hairs last longer than the results of the procedure last.

Depilatory creams turn out to be ineffective, which is due to the nature of the hair on intimate areas of the body. Coarse hairs often do not respond to depilatory compounds, and the likelihood of allergic reactions is quite high. Hair pulling techniques are painful. Not everyone can decide to undergo waxing, sugaring, or using an epilator, especially on sensitive areas.

The electrolysis method allows you to get rid of excess hair forever, but the painful procedure takes a long time. The death of follicles occurs under the influence of electric current, the accessibility of which to the destination is ensured by a thin needle. In one session, about 15% of the vegetation in the intimate area is removed, the process lasts up to 10 hours. A total of 8 to 10 monthly cycles are required.

Laser hair removal in the bikini area is a modern method that allows you to solve the problem without pain and get a good result in the form of smooth skin without signs of irritation for the longest possible period.

Intimate hair removal options

Using a laser, hair is removed from the area adjacent to the intimate area and directly in the genital area. Depending on the degree of processing there are:

• classic (shallow) bikini;
• extra bikini (medium bikini);
• deep (total) bikini.

The procedure in the classic version involves removing hair on the inner thigh, along the base of the leg and the contours of underwear 2-3 cm wide. Extra bikini includes treatment of the labia in women and the scrotum in men, as well as the folds between the buttocks. Deep processing ensures perfect smoothness of the entire area.

How to prepare for hair removal?

The process of preparing for a session of removing excess vegetation from the intimate area is similar to the usual preparation that is carried out before the same procedure performed on another part of the body. In order to prepare, you need:

1. Limit your time in the sun and also avoid going to artificial tanning salons. You should stop tanning a couple of weeks before the procedure.
2. Refrain from mechanically removing hair from the bikini area 5-6 days before the procedure. But it is important to take into account that the hair should not be longer than a millimeter. They can be cut with scissors, but not shaved with a razor. If the hair is longer, then the laser will treat the hair itself to a greater extent, and it should act specifically on the follicle, so that the hair will not grow back.
3. An hour before the procedure, the specialist will treat the skin with an anesthetic cream.
4. One day before the session and one day after, you should not use lotions or other cosmetics in the treated area. The use of cream is strictly prohibited, otherwise a burn may occur.

In addition, there are a number of subtleties that are specific to preparing for laser hair removal in the intimate area. In particular, in cases where the client has already had a history of cases of herpes damage to the genitals, then some time before the start of the procedure and after for 2-3 days it is necessary to take antiviral drugs.

In addition, to visit a cosmetologist for laser hair removal, you need to calculate a schedule and plan a visit to the salon in such a way that there is no menstruation on that day; it is also advisable not to visit the cosmetologist 1-2 days before the start of your period. The fact is that during this period the skin becomes especially sensitive.

If you still feel afraid of the procedure, then you should think about deciding only on a classic bikini to begin with. This way, you can get a feel for your pain threshold before you treat even more sensitive areas.

Laser method: possibilities and effects

Laser equipment generates light streams that carry energy.
A pigment called melanin, found in hair and skin, absorbs and stores this energy. Laser beams target unwanted vegetation and destroy pigment, preventing blood flow in the follicle area. Hairs deprived of nutrition die and fall out. Photoepilation has a similar mechanism of action. The flashes in this case are scattered and less effective. Pain during photoepilation is not very pronounced, but skin burns may occur. The saturation of melanin determines the color of the hair: the more pigment, the darker the color. Therefore, the best results from laser hair removal of the bikini area are observed when treating hair of dark shades.

One procedure is not enough to completely get rid of excess vegetation. Laser beams act on growing hair without affecting “dormant” follicles. As the bulbs awaken, hair growth begins and repeated treatment is required. How long the smoothness of the skin will remain depends on the individual characteristics of the body.

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Hair loss begins 1 – 2 weeks after the procedure. New hair follicles are activated on average after 30 days, so sessions are carried out monthly. A course of laser hair removal for the deep bikini area includes 6 to 10 procedures, after which the need for correction occurs less frequently. The result largely depends on the type of device used.

What are the benefits of laser hair removal in the bikini area?

As you already understand, the procedure has a preparatory stage and some restrictions that occur after the session itself. However, there are many more advantages:

• The procedure itself is short in time, since the laser does not treat each follicle individually, but the entire area as a whole.
• Visible effect after the first visit to a cosmetologist.
• Hairs do not grow into the skin and no scars form; the procedure is safe.
• Painless procedure. This is an extremely important point if hair removal takes place in such a sensitive area.

Types of laser equipment

Lasers used for hair removal are available in four variants. The devices differ in wavelength, which affects the depth of penetration of the beam into the dermis.

Table 1 - Equipment characteristics

The first two generations of lasers (ruby and alexandrite) have limitations for use on dark and dark skin tones. A diode laser is considered a more universal device, which acts on hair of any color, except for gray hairs and those completely devoid of melanin.

The difference between lasers lies not only in the length of the generated wave, but also in the operating power. The selection is made individually by the master, based on the hair structure and skin type.

Main advantages of the procedure

The bikini area is a rather intimate part of a woman’s body, so hair removal should be done not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also for hygienic reasons. Before doing laser hair removal, you need to consult a specialist on this issue. He, in turn, must, based on the color of his skin and hair, choose the hair removal option that will be best suited in a particular case.

As for the process itself, everything is quite simple. The laser beam acts on each individual hair with an impulsive flow. Hair contains the pigment melanin, which absorbs laser radiation. As a result of this process, the hair simply burns and will not grow again. After the first procedure, you can get rid of already half a percent of hair in the bikini area. Laser bikini hair removal is most suitable for girls with light skin color and dark hair, since this type of skin contains less pigment, but dark hair has more of it. That is why the result will be excellent.

Pros and cons of laser

Epilation of the intimate area using laser technology outperforms alternative methods in many respects.

The laser hair removal procedure for the bikini area has the following advantages:

1. High efficiency. Laser hair removal gives good and lasting results. 10–15 days after the procedure, the hairs fall out and the skin becomes smooth. The duration of the effect depends on individual characteristics, including hormonal status and heredity. The full course allows you to forget about the problem for an average of 5 – 6 years.
2. Minimal pain. Hair removal is often associated with pain and discomfort, especially when it comes to the deep bikini area. Many people are hesitant to undergo the procedure, having experience in removing hair using outdated mechanical methods. If the procedure is carried out correctly and prepared, the rays are felt as a slight tingling sensation. According to reviews from those who have undergone laser hair removal, it does not hurt.
3. Proven safety. Using a laser for bikini hair removal, including deep bikini hair removal, is not harmful. The method rarely causes adverse reactions and is included in the list of the most popular procedures. The treated areas of the skin may experience redness after the session, which does not happen often. If all rules are followed before, during and after treatment, and contraindications are promptly eliminated, the risks are minimized.

After using the laser, you should not remove regrown hair with tweezers or other mechanical means. It is allowed to shave hairs. Repeated procedures within the course are carried out on average after 30 days.

The advantage of intimate laser hair removal is the absence of ingrown hairs and associated inflammation. Possible superficial redness of the skin after the procedure is short-term. But the method is not universal; it has disadvantages and limitations that must be taken into account.

Flaws

The disadvantages of the laser include:

• the need to complete a course of several sessions;
• cost of the procedure;
• there are restrictions on hair and skin color.

The need for re-treatment arises after 1, less often after 2 or even 3 months. But it is better to initially tune in to a step-by-step procedure, which requires at least 5 procedures for a lasting effect.

How much a session costs depends on differences in equipment. The price may also include the conditions provided. The difference in prices in salons is explained by a combination of factors. On average, laser hair removal in a total bikini format costs 1,500–2,500 rubles per session for women and 3,500–5,000 rubles for men. Smooth skin without ingrown hairs and signs of irritation is worth it.

The capabilities of modern lasers make it possible to remove hair of various shades, but in most cases the devices are powerless in the case of gray and white hair. The maximum effect is achieved on dark hair.

To prevent possible undesirable consequences, it is necessary to exclude conditions for which the laser cannot be used.

Let's explain how the laser works.

A narrowly directed beam of light wave of a certain length affects the melanin of the hair. The hair heats up and transfers heat to the hair follicle. It is enough to heat the hair root to 60-70 degrees to destroy the structures that nourish the hair and thereby cause the hair to disappear. The follicle is destroyed and nothing else will grow from it .

The effect is only possible on those hairs that are in the active anagen phase (those that are noticeable on the skin); they will fall out within two weeks after the first session. Other hairs that were “dormant” at the time of the procedure are removed during subsequent visits, that is, when they are visible on the skin.

Efficiency and long-lasting results are guaranteed

Bikini is the most delicate area on a woman's body. Therefore, it is important that all procedures that concern this area of ​​the body are as comfortable as possible and guaranteed to be effective.

CANDELA GentleLase Pro device has a number of advantages:

• High efficiency. To get rid of unwanted hair in the delicate bikini area, fewer procedures will be required than when using diode analogues. In total, you will need to undergo 3-4 sessions with a frequency of once every 1-1.5 months, and then conduct a control visit after 6-8 months for the result to be consolidated;
• Does not cause burns or pain . Thanks to the same cooling system, which will prevent the slightest chance of burns or pain.

Contraindications to laser use

The following contraindications to laser hair removal of the bikini area are identified:

• general viral and microbial infections;
• dermatological diseases;
• skin damage;
• neoplasms;
• photosensitivity;
• the presence of pigment spots on the treated area;
• multiple moles;
• diabetes;
• immunodeficiency states.

The procedure is contraindicated for women during pregnancy and lactation, as well as for persons under the age of majority.

The question often arises about whether laser hair removal is allowed during menstruation. There are no strict contraindications in this regard, but the need to perform a session during menstruation should be weighed against the inconvenience that may arise. It is better to discuss the advisability of undergoing the procedure on these days of the cycle with a specialist in advance. It should also be taken into account that during menstruation the pain threshold decreases, so tissue sensitivity increases.

To prevent the risk of harm and make the process more comfortable and effective, it is recommended to carefully prepare for hair removal, following simple rules.

Pulse duration and series of sub-pulses

It takes some time for the heat to spread from the heated hair shaft to the stem cells of the follicle. This means that short-pulse lasers are not suitable for laser hair removal; or rather, the use of such lasers will burn out the hair shaft, but may leave the follicle stem cells undestroyed. Typically, laser hair removal uses pulses lasting from 10 to 100 milliseconds or more. Moreover, short pulses are suitable for thin hair, and long pulses are suitable for thick, coarse hair.

A good property of a laser for hair removal is the ability to emit a series of sub-pulses with short intervals between them. This method allows you to gradually warm up the hair shaft without the risk of damaging the epidermis: in the intervals between pulses, the epidermis has time to cool down, but the hair does not.

Details of the preparatory stage

Preparing for the procedure is not difficult. Following each point of the recommendations will allow you to avoid complications and remove hairs effectively in a minimum amount of time.

Preparation for deep bikini laser hair removal includes:

• limiting exposure to ultraviolet radiation (natural tanning, visiting a solarium) in areas adjacent to the intimate area no later than 2 weeks before the session;
• refusal to use mechanical methods of pulling out hairs on treatment areas 30 days before the procedure;
• prohibition on applying oil compositions, creams, lotions to the skin one day before using the laser and on the day of the procedure.

Laser hair removal is not done on long hairs to ensure access of the light wave to the follicle. Therefore, a day before the session, the hair is removed with a razor.

If there is a low pain threshold or fear that it will be painful, preliminary application of local anesthetic sprays, solutions, and gels is allowed. But you must first make sure that there are no individual allergic reactions. The use of painkillers is discussed with a specialist in advance.

You need to prepare for the procedure not only physically, but also mentally. Knowledge of how laser hair removal of classic and deep bikinis is done will make you feel calmer and more comfortable.

Aftercare

After each session, you should follow the recommendations of your cosmetologist:

1. Do not pull out the roots of burnt hairs. It will take 7–20 days for them to die off, after which the loss will occur on its own.
2. During the day, it is advisable to limit the ingress of moisture onto the treated area.
3. Do not use scrubs or cosmetics containing alcohol.
4. Avoid artificial or natural tanning, do not visit the sauna or bathhouse.

If hair removal was carried out in the summer, then if you are relaxing on the beach, you must use sunscreen.

How does the procedure work?

The date of the session is chosen in advance, taking into account the time to prepare the skin. Laser hair removal for women and men is carried out in a cosmetology office on a comfortable couch or chair in a certain order.

When choosing laser hair removal for the classic bikini design, the session is usually carried out in underwear, which the master uses to guide him when removing hairs. For medium and deep hair removal, the underwear is removed.

After a laser course, the previous hairline cannot be restored. If you are not sure about the need for a total treatment or this is your first such experience, it is advisable to start with a classic bikini. During repeated procedures, if desired, deeper hair removal can be performed.

An anesthetic is then applied to the surface of the skin. The laser is adjusted to the power required in a particular case and the procedure begins using a special hair removal gel. Treatment of the skin surface occurs gradually, in small areas.

The session time depends on the hair removal format. With the classic version, 20–30 minutes is enough. Hair removal in the total bikini area requires painstaking, careful work and can take up to 1 hour (less often up to 1.5 hours). At the end of the procedure, a soothing cream is applied.

Care after laser hair removal

Modern lasers work precisely and carefully, not often causing redness in areas of the skin. Irritation occurs when preparation rules are not followed and individual sensitivity is increased. A competent approach reduces the risks of a local skin response to almost zero.

In most cases, the skin does not require additional preparations after the procedure. If there is a need for healing and hydration, external skin care products based on dexpanthenol or retinol (Bepanten, Pantoderm, Radevit), which can be bought at the pharmacy, are prescribed. The compositions should be applied to the skin for a week.

Intense exposure to ultraviolet radiation is prohibited 14 days before the procedure and 14 days after. You cannot sunbathe or visit the solarium during these periods in open underwear.

Washing is allowed a day after the session without using washcloths or other rough devices. You can visit the sauna or bathhouse every 3 days. Intimate cosmetics are used no earlier than 10 days after treatment.

Epidermal protection

During any laser hair removal, laser radiation first encounters the epidermis, which always contains a lot of melanin: it is present even in light skin of people with phototype I. This circumstance requires the use of various methods of removing heat from the surface of the skin, in other words, cooling it.

There are three common ways to cool the skin: using cryogas, a stream of cold air and contact. A combination of these methods is also used. In the first case, an inert non-flammable substance, for example tetrafluoroethane, is supplied to the skin in the direction of the laser pulse, which quickly evaporates and cools its surface as it evaporates. Cooling using cryogas is also called dynamic cooling. In the second case, the skin is blown with a continuous flow of cold air. For this, as a rule, additional equipment is used - cold air generators, for example Cryo devices (Zimmer MedizineSysteme, Germany). The third method is to use sapphire light guides, which are in contact with the skin and are forcibly cooled using Peltier elements.

All three methods allow you to effectively cool the skin, however, the contact method may be more preferable, since when using it, the cooling efficiency is less dependent on the technique of the procedure: the glass of the light guide is always in contact with the skin during the pulse. The contact cooling method is typical for diode lasers, as well as IPL systems.

An ideal laser for hair removal should have high fluence, the ability to generate both long and short pulses, operate in sub-pulse mode, be equipped with light guides with different spot sizes for different tasks, including a large spot size for quickly treating large areas, and a reliable system removal of heat from the surface of the skin.

Epilation of the intimate area in men

Male hair removal includes the same steps as female hair removal. It is necessary to exclude in advance the presence of contraindications to the use of laser and prepare according to the usual scheme.

The difference between laser hair removal performed on men in the bikini area lies in the physiological features. The hair of the stronger sex is usually tougher, thicker and occupies large areas, determining how many procedures will be included in the course. A session lasts longer and the number is usually between 7 and 12 episodes.

Many men believe that deep intimate hair removal is dangerous and can harm the health of the genital area. The rays of cosmetology devices penetrate up to 4 mm into the layers of the dermis and are recognized as safe. The laser does not reduce potency and libido. Reviews from men who have undergone laser hair removal course indicate an improvement in their intimate life and increased self-confidence. If contraindications are excluded, using a laser is not harmful to health.

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Laser hair removal of the intimate area has rightfully taken pride of place among effective and safe hair removal techniques. Unlike alternative methods of solving the problem, the procedure is done without pain and consequences in the form of irritation, as well as burns to the dermis. Extra smooth skin after laser treatment lasts a long time, and therefore justifies its price.