Illinois Pain Free Hair Removal Treatments

Getting rid of unwanted hair can be painful no matter which method is used. Experimenting with different techniques can help a person decide which method is best for him or her.

Pain-Free Solutions to Unwanted Hair

There aren't any universally pain-free techniques for removing unwanted hair. While most people find shaving to be pain-free, some suffer from skin irritation, "shaving bumps" and cuts. Most find depilatory creams to be painless, while others find them very irritating.

Likewise, some people claim that removing unwanted hair with laser treatment is entirely pain-free, while others insist it's unbearable. It has been described as painless, uncomfortable, burning, like a rubber band snapping against the skin and excruciating. For the most part, patients seem to find the process to be mildly uncomfortable, but certainly not intolerable. Where the procedure is done can also have an effect on pain. Removing unwanted hair from bony or sensitive areas is more painful.

If a patient is afraid that the process will be too painful, a topical anesthetic can be applied prior to treatment. Different anesthetics require different lead times, so read the directions carefully before applying. All anesthetics can be dangerous if used incorrectly. There is some concern about anesthetics dulling pain that should be used as an indicator of improper treatment. For this reason, patients should attempt the first session without pain-reducing aids to see how well they tolerate the procedure.

The NuU Medspa in Schaumburg, Illinois offers laser and IPL treatments to remove unwanted hair anywhere on the body. Come in to the Schaumburg, Illinois location for a free consultation.