Skin care professionals of Miami, Florida examine the benefits of laser hair removal versus waxing.

3 Reasons Laser Hair Removal Is Better Than Waxing

Removal of unwanted hair is a major industry these days. There are so many methods, the most obvious and accessible being shaving. Shaving, however, lasts for mere days and can leave skin feeling raw. There are hair removal lotions that essentially burn away the hair chemically, but they can also be damaging to the skin. The longer-lasting and professionally done hair removal options include waxing and laser removal. You may think that these are essentially the same, but that is not the case. There are three main differences between these two methods of hair removal and that is what we will discuss in the rest of this article.

Longer-Lasting Smooth and Hairless Skin

While waxing removes hair at the root, laser hair removal uses light to damage the hair follicle.  Over time, this stops the hair from growing. If hair returns it is almost always lighter and finer. Waxing lasts for weeks at a time, but after an initial series of treatments, laser hair removal is permanent. There is no doubt that this is a better deal in the long run. So just to recap:

• Waxing lasts for a few weeks at most.

• Laser removal once completed can last forever.

The only disadvantage here is that laser removal takes a few sessions to show the results, but it can also be done when the area where the hair is to be removed is completely shaved. Waxing necessitates at least a half inch of growth in order to be effective. So both treatments have a waiting period, but one is more unsightly.

Cost-Effective Alternative

If one simply looks at the cost of a waxing appointment versus the cost of a laser treatment, there is one that is obviously less expensive. It may seem strange to say that the more expensive treatment is actually more cost-effective, but it is true. Let’s explore some bullet points to see how this works out. 

• Permanence: Laser hair removal is at minimum a semi-permanent procedure. There is a certain period of treatment and then, for the most part, no further treatment is needed. Waxing must be done on a regular basis and must be done over and over again. This cost adds up.

• Saves Time: There is no need to waste time on endless appointments with laser hair removal. There is a set number and then the client is done. Book yours with us today online!

Laser Hair Removal is a More Pleasant Experience

This last point is one of the strongest in favor of laser hair removal. Because waxing pulls hair out by the root, it is a very painful procedure, especially if the hair is in delicate areas. There is not much that can be done about this and hair regrowth after waxing can result in painful ingrown hairs. While laser treatments can be uncomfortable, the pain level is much lower and is as manageable as a minor sunburn. Thus, laser hair removal is a much less traumatizing experience for your body.

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