What is laser hair removal for men: epilation or pulsed light... Here are all our tips!

Dear barbers,

Are you looking for a technique that will permanently remove your beard hair? It's true that even beard growth with pulsed light or laser hair removal for men is worth considering. To become a trendy barber, here are our tips for choosing the ideal laser hair removal for men.  

 

What does laser hair removal for men involve?

 

With permanent hair removal, you can create the perfect beard and save time every morning with our bonhommes tips. Not to mention a way to avoid shaving for the umpteenth time, irritating your skin and risking cutting yourself. To remedy this, you may want to consider laser hair removal for men, or pulsed light hair removal.

 

Intense pulsed light or laser hair removal: why?

 

Do you know the main difference between pulsed light and laser hair removal for men? No ? These two techniques have nothing in common:

  • Laser hair removal for men consists of removing beard hair by burning it off at the root using a laser. This technique produces conclusive results after five months, with one session per month.
  • An Intense Pulsed Light device is more time-consuming, but more economical if you don't have the time to travel every month. Although the technique is also based on a light that burns the hair roots, its light intensity is much lower. You'll need more patience before you're satisfied with the results!

Men choose permanent hair removal for many reasons: aesthetic, practical, a personal choice, or as a solution for those who suffer from recurrent infections (folliculitis), which are very common in black or dark skin.

 

Our advice

 

If this is your first time in a men's beauty salon, it's a good idea to ask your favorite barber for advice before embarking on the procedure. As well as being more or less painful, it costs a certain amount of money.

You already know that you can trim your beard and moustache in 1001 ways. So it's best to think carefully about the area you want to remove. Whether you want to remove ingrown beard hairs or regain control of your facial hair, a barber will be your best confidant.

If you're not sure how to choose between the two methods, laser hair removal for men should always be carried out by a professional - a dermatologist, for example. If you prefer a pulsed-light device, you'll easily find one on the market for strictly male use, for thicker hair than women.

 

Everything you need to know for perfect beard hair removal

 

Indeed, laser hair removal for men requires numerous sessions in specialized centers. Before you jump at the first one in your neighborhood, we recommend you talk to your friends and family. Barbers know how to advise each other!

 

How a professional laser hair removal session works

 

In practical terms, a laser hair removal session for men always proceeds in the same way. You mustn't be tanned or covered in self-tanner, otherwise you risk creating an allergic reaction. When you come in for the first time, the dermatologist will examine the quality of your beard. If your hair is too fine or too light, he may advise against laser hair removal for men, which will be less effective, if not ineffective.

Remember to follow these simple steps:

  • Shave 12 hours before your first laser appointment to keep your hair as short as possible;
  • Remove all piercings and jewelry from your face;
  • Do not apply any cosmetic creams or treatments, aftershaves, etc. ;
  • Apply ELMA anesthetic cream or its generic version 1 to 2 hours before your appointment.

 

Waxing at home: a strategic choice

 

If you prefer to use an Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) device, there are a few things you need to know before taking the plunge. Barbers, above all, don't overuse this machine, which is much more than a simple gadget. You'll need to keep a strict schedule to ensure that it's used safely and rigorously. Be aware that red, gray or white hairs are not recommended, as the light intensity is not sufficient.

We advise you to opt for recurrent waxing once a week. Beforehand, shave 10 to 12 hours beforehand to obtain a very short hair. Apply your Intense Pulsed Light device to the area you wish to depilate. It's important to be patient, and to go over each area of your face slowly. After 8 weeks of rigorous use, you'll notice that some hairs have already stopped growing back. All that's left to do is maintain your beard by using this little marvel once every 6 months, or longer, depending on your needs.

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