Laser Hair Removal and Factors Affecting Pain

Individuals experience pain differently. Hair removal may cause almost no sensation for some. For others it can be painful but bearable.

Here are significant factors affecting hair removal pain:

· Pain Threshold – Each person’s threshold for pain is different.
· Hair Removal Method – Since each hair removal method is different, one may feel better than another.
· Methods of Pain Reduction Used – A solution to make hair removal tolerable exists from topical anesthetics to over the counter pain relievers.
· Choice of Practitioner - Skill is instrumental on how hair removal feels.
· Length of Treatment - Some clients feel more sensitive to pain over time, while others become more adjusted to hair removal.
· Stress Level - Adrenaline and tension can make hair removal pain worse. Try to be calm and relaxed when getting hair removal treatment.
· Comfort Level During Treatment - The more comfortable the patient, the more relaxed they will be.
· Amount of Energy Needed to Remove Hairs - More energy usually means more pain.
· Medications - Certain medications can positively or negatively affect pain.
· Electrolysis modality or laser type – Individual results differ with different hair removal devices.
· Time of day - Some individuals prefer treatment in the morning; others prefer the night when they're tired.
· Time of month - Women may find hair removal more painful just before or during their period.
· Diet – Stimulants, like caffeine and sugar can make one more sensitive to pain. Some find eating a meal before treatment helps manage the pain.