(Last Updated On: 4th January 2024)

As the new year starts, so do our goals for what we want to accomplish.

And what do we want most?

We want to look our best. Feel our best.

We don’t want to worry about shaving or waxing our legs, underarms, or bikini area EVER again.

And how do we do that?

With laser hair removal, of course!

With so many questions, like is laser hair removal safe? Is this right for me? And does laser hair removal work for everyone?

Let’s look at these critical factors that could determine your decision to meet your beauty goals: remove unwanted hair and be the smoothest, free-est you.

 

Does laser hair removal work for everyoneThe main focus of this blog post is whether laser hair removal work for everyone… Let’s find out.

 

IT REQUIRES PATIENCE:

You usually have to wait for that which is worth waiting for. Craig Bruce

Ah, yes. A tale as old as time.

Depending on the body area, hair grows at different rates!

Laser hair removal can take anywhere from 6 to 8 sessions, with 4 to 8 weeks between each session.

Quite the time investment.

But it doesn’t work unless you wait.

Be honest and work it out… seriously, how long do you spend per week, per month, shaving, plucking, or waxing? A decade, am I right?

Doing it yourself is a pain; getting waxed or plucked by someone else involves even more time. And don’t start me with those ingrown hairs.

So, while the laser will require patience and commitment, it’s done once it’s done. Think of all that time you will gain back and save from those endless baths, shower shaves, or trips to the local beautician. It’s a lot of hours and time better spent doing things you love!

It’s like dining out in Lake Isle or Lord Nelson in Oakham (which I love, BTW) or spending more time down the yard. The girl’s got to look good no matter where she is 😉

SKIN TYPE, HAIR COLOUR, AND HAIR TEXTURE:

Laser hair removal skin types

 

Originally, only those with fair skin and people with dark hair, usually coarse, were ideal candidates for laser hair removal because the laser can easily identify the hair, unlike the skin tones and skin types — making it easier to target the hair and not the skin when zapping away at the area.

Laser hair removal targets the melanin in the hair follicle, destroying the cells around the root of the hair bulb to prevent regrowth — much longer than shaving and waxing.

Luckily, advancements in laser hair technology, such as the Lightsheer® from Lumenis, which is what we use here at CALVEO, pick up dark skin, blonde and strawberry pigments of hair, as well as fine, medium, and coarse hair types — making laser hair removal accessible to everyone!

YOU MIGHT THINK LASER HAIR REMOVAL COSTS A POUND TOO MUCH:

Woman with smooth hair free armpit

 

Removing unwanted hair with laser technology is not cheap.  

If you DO want it to be cheap, you probably shouldn’t even get it done in the first place. But before you brush it off as expensive, work it out; you will see laser hair removal is an investment, both gaining time back and saving you money on long-term shaving and waxing products or treatments!

Let’s work it out…

What DOES the cost look like for the next 10-20 years?

… Not only on the buying and replacing shavers or waxing but also on fuel and parking costs that you might incur visiting some places… the price of laser hair removal treatment now becomes much more appealing, am I right?

Depending on the area, a typical session for two full legs is about £190, with courses of 8 at Calveo costing £1,120 total.

Also, keep in mind…

You’re paying for the quality of service, the professionalism of the clinic, and the quality of laser treatment used in the clinic.

The best and safest laser hair removal results will come from experienced, trained technicians and professionals.

SIDE EFFECTS TO BE AWARE OF, AKA WHY YOU MUST BE STRICT ABOUT GOING TO A QUALITY CLINIC, INCLUDE:

  • Blisters
  • Burns
  • Scars
  • Hyperpigmentation

A quality clinic like Calveo will help mitigate any risks. Check for a clinic with well-trained and qualified staff, find out their experience, do what they offer, and perform patch tests if required.

BE REALISTIC: DON’T EXPECT LIFE-LASTING PERMANENT HAIR REMOVAL RESULTS:

Permanent hair removal via laser, unfortunately, does not work for everyone. This can be due to a change in hormones as we age and take certain over-the-counter medicines we may be prescribed. Both factors can cause completely new patches of hair to form in areas where we have never seen hair before.

Hair may also reappear in areas we thought were finished via laser years down the road, but they would appear much finer, therefore harder to see and easier to get rid of by shaving, plucking, etc.

DO YOUR RESEARCH:

Slow and steady will always win the race to find the utmost dermatological grandeur and expertise. Your skin is too precious to withstand anything less!

Always check that the devices and medical clinics used for treatment are up to all standards with the Ministry of Health, European CE Standards, and American FDA Standards.

Don’t be afraid to ask where the medical technicians were certified.

Check out the clinic’s years of experience and customer feedback on its websites and independent sites like Google Reviews and Facebook.

Book a consultation first to determine if this particular clinic is the right fit. Meet and greet the staff. Do you feel comfortable? Did they answer all your questions? Does the service seem warm, welcoming, professional, and efficient? Was it easy to find, get to and park your car nearby? What were the clinic opening hours? This all matters. It’s your body hair, time, and money you will be given to these people.

NEW YEAR’S BEAUTY GOAL – VERDICT:

Beauty Goals laser hair removal

 

Knowing the above info should have you set about determining what to look for when choosing the right AND safe laser hair removal clinic that will leave you feeling cared for, hair-free, and fabulous!

Since it takes a bit of time to research the clinic, go in for your consultation, then to the number of sessions, not to mention the space between those sessions, I recommend starting to plan your laser hair removal journey soon.

Especially if your New Year’s beauty goal is to be hair-free and smooth as can BE this summer!

 

For a head start, check us out here at CALVEO, and if so, please book a free consultation with us today!

Happy New Year, and no matter your decision, you are LOVELY!

Lorna