How Can I Decide if Laser Hair Removal Is Right for Me?  

Since you’ve found your way to this blog post, you must be debating whether laser hair removal is right for you. Are you sick of ingrown hairs around your bikini line? Maybe you’ve finally decided you don’t want to go to bi-weekly waxing appointments for the rest of your life. 

There are so many reasons people think about getting laser hair removal—but how do you know it’s the right choice for you? Imagining a laser zapping away your body hair can feel slightly intimidating. Don’t worry; we’ll help you determine whether laser hair removal is the right hair removal option for you.

Even though we offer laser hair removal in NYC, you can count on us to provide unbiased information. You should make informed decisions—especially when the decision involves your body. Let’s figure out if laser hair removal is right for you: 

Are You Worried About Pain? 

Nobody wants to volunteer for a treatment that causes pain; “beauty is pain” shouldn’t apply to body hair removal. Unfortunately, all three major hair removal options cause some discomfort. 

You’re probably most familiar with razing, since it’s the first introduction most people get to body hair removal. Razing is ideal for someone who isn’t bothered by regularly removing their hair. It’s typically painless—until you cut yourself, get a razor burn, or find an ingrown hair in your bikini area. 

Even though there are some instances when razors cause pain, this is typically the least painful hair removal option. It’s also the option that requires the most effort. 

Waxing hurts. If you’ve ever been waxed before, you don’t need us to describe what it feels like to have your body hair ripped off at once. Ouch. Skin typically turns red after a waxing appointment; it’ll also probably feel sore and itchy. While your skin will heal, you’ll need to return to the waxing specialist every two weeks to keep your hair from growing out. 

Most people believe laser hair removal is painful based on the optics. It might seem more unnatural than the other alternatives because technology is involved—but it’s more effective because of the technology. Most of our clients say their waxing appointments were more painful than their laser appointments. 

You don’t have to just take our word for it. Women's Health interviewed women to get several accounts of what laser hair removal feels like. One woman said, “I have a relatively high pain tolerance, but I really don’t think the treatment hurts at all. I would describe it as quick pinches with a slight burning sensation. The ‘pain’ only lasts for about a second, so by the time you even notice it, it’s over! Your skin is supposed to react to the treatment, which means that it is working. The results are truly worth it.” 

In full transparency, your skin will also be red after a laser appointment. It could also feel uncomfortable or itchy. While hair removal isn’t necessarily a relaxing process, we do our best to keep you comfortable at Infinity Laser Spa. The actual zaps aren’t as painful as waxing. If you’ve already done waxing treatments, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the slight discomfort you’ll feel from laser hair removal. 

Laser hair removal is also a more permanent option than waxing. Why not choose the option that is less painful and less frequent? 

Are You a Person of Color? 

Understandably, POC are a little more apprehensive about getting laser hair removal. While throwing away razors and canceling painful waxing appointments for a more long-term solution sounds great, POC used to have high risks when getting laser hair removal. In fact, laser hair removal was not recommended for POC in the early 2000s. 

Why? Outdated lasers couldn’t tell the difference between the melanin in the skin and the melanin in the hair. This issue left POC with burns, hyperpigmentation, and scarring. 

Luckily, laser hair removal technology has advanced to catch up with the times. It’s now completely safe for a person of color to receive treatments. 

Another woman spoke to Women's Health to describe her experience with laser hair removal after overcoming her fears. She said, “As a woman of color, I was so scared when I tried laser hair removal for the first time. After some research and making sure they had the right lasers, I’m so glad I put my fears to the side for a lifetime of fuzz-free skin. Within two visits, I was already seeing results and hooked! I highly recommend laser hair removal to anyone considering it.” 

She’s absolutely right. People of color should select a laser spa with the right lasers—to ensure safe and effective treatments. At Infinity Laser Spa, we use two advanced laser machines for hair removal treatments that are completely safe for people of color. You’ll notice results quickly! 

Do You Have Light Hair? 

Here’s the thing: laser hair removal isn’t as effective on light hair. If you have blonde hair, you should consider speaking to a laser hair technician to determine if it’s the right fit. Our advanced laser equipment will produce some results for people with blonde hair. 

It’s a little more tricky to see results on people with gray hair. If you have gray hair, laser hair removal may not be the right hair removal option for you. 

Do You Have the Right Expectations? 

While laser hair removal is a long-term solution, it isn’t a permanent solution. This is a common myth! We want you to have every detail when deciding on something as personal as hair removal. 

You’ll have the right expectations if you go into your laser appointment with the understanding that laser hair removal is a semi-permanent solution. While you’ll still need treatments every few months to maintain hair loss, it’s a relatively cheap and easy hair removal method. 

If you live in New York City and want to try laser hair removal, select one of our fantastic laser deals to get started on your semi-permanent hair removal journey. You’ll never look back!