Why do I need to shave the day before using a hair removal device? Do I need to shave every time I use a hair removal device?

Everyone should have heard of home hair removal devices. Home hair removal devices are a very popular hair removal method nowadays. Home hair removal devices can remove hair quickly and conveniently, and you can complete the hair removal work independently at home. But why do you need to shave the day before using a hair removal device?

Why should you shave the day before using a hair removal device?

It is best to shave before using an epilator because if you shave your hair clean before using the epilator, the epilator can operate more smoothly on the skin, and this can also make the hair removal effect better. If you use an epilator without shaving, the heat generated by the epilator when it is working may cause the hair that is touched to become burnt and curled.

The dangers of laser hair removal without shaving first

1. The target tissue of laser hair removal is the melanin in the hair follicles. If the hair is not removed cleanly, it will compete with the melanin in the hair follicles to absorb laser energy and affect the hair removal effect. It will also increase the pain during treatment.

2. Unshaved hair will absorb laser energy and burn the hair, which can easily cause damage to the epidermis and cause burns, redness, swelling and other adverse phenomena.

3. The charred hair will stick to the laser window, which will affect the normal output of laser energy, reduce the efficacy and shorten the life of the instrument.

What should I pay attention to when using a hair removal device?

1. Avoid repeated calls

When using a hair removal device, each part only needs to be treated once. Do not use the hair removal device multiple times in one place, because this will not only fail to add additional effects, but will also easily cause irritation and burns to the skin.

2. Wear goggles

The hair removal device will release a relatively strong laser during use, which is very irritating to the eyes. Therefore, it is best to wear goggles when using the hair removal device to protect your eyes.

3. Avoid areas with pigmentation such as tattoos

When using a hair removal device, be sure to avoid areas with pigmentation such as tattoos, because the use of the hair removal device will cause melanin to absorb strong light. If the hair removal device is used on tattoos and pigmented areas, the pigment color will deepen.