The specialist recommends the necessary care for dark black skin to achieve good results with the procedure
Carrying out laser hair removal requires a series of essential precautions to ensure the health of the skin and the effectiveness of the procedure. But when laser hair removal is performed dark skinthese precautions must be doubled, you know?
Recently, singer Jojo Toddynho revealed on social media that she doesn’t trade wax for laser, to avoid hyperpigmentation. “My dermatologist didn’t approve it because not everyone knows how to use dark skin to do certain types of treatments. Many people suffer from burns and then have difficulty undergoing treatment to lighten the area,” she said.
According to aesthetics specialist Karla Posê, director of Posê Beleza, a network of clinics specializing in health, beauty and well-being, aesthetic resources for hair removal have progressed a lot in recent years and today it is possible to find technologies that provide the security of a good result on dark skin.
“It is true that the greater presence of melanin favors the appearance of dark spots caused by the aggression of the laser, but there are several measures we can take so that dark women can undergo laser hair removal without worries,” she explains.
Essential care for dark skin
To help people with dark skin perform laser hair removal more safely, the specialist has listed some of the main precautions to take into consideration when performing laser hair removal on dark skin. Look down:
Trust a good professional
Not all aesthetic professionals are able to care for dark skin in certain procedures. Therefore, look for a professional who is trained and provides safety during the treatment.
Avoid exposure to the sun
Avoiding exposure to the sun is a precaution that applies to everyone, but especially to people of color. Excessive sun exposure can increase melanin production in the skin, making it more sensitive to the laser and increasing the risk of side effects.
Stop using some products
According to Karla Posê there are active ingredients capable of increasing the sensitivity of the skin, such as lighteners, acids and exfoliants. Therefore, it is ideal to pause them a few weeks before waxing, to reduce the risk of skin irritation.
Choose the right technology
The Ácrus laser, which cools to -10ºC and uses Triple Wave applicator technology, is ideal for retinal vision. This is because it allows the simultaneous emission of Alexandrite, Diode and ND-Yag lasers, which have been shown to adapt to all skin phototypes.
Always hydrate
Taking care of skin hydration is also essential. Keeping dark skin well hydrated with region-specific creams and lotions helps soothe and regenerate skin after waxing.
Consult a dermatologist
Finally, the aesthetic specialist underlines that the best path is to always follow medical advice. “The ideal is to always keep the aesthetic work aligned with the dermatologist’s guidelines, who will be able to indicate precisely what the essential treatments are in each case”, concludes Karla Posê.
Source: Terra

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