A lot of people believe that can’t get laser hair removal during the summer at all. We ‘d like to address three misconceptions and expose the facts of each.
URBAN LEGEND 1: You Can’t Get Laser Hair Removal during the Summer. This myth is completely false. Of course you can get laser hair removal during the summer. So how did this myth develop? It stems from the advice to stay out of the sun before any laser hair removal treatments. Here’s why: Laser Hair Removal uses precise wavelengths that can focus on the melanin pigment and target it. Obviously, most people tan in the summer which would make harder to pinpoint the melanin within the hair follicle. However, technology has advanced and newer generation lasers like diode and ND-YAG have been designed to safely bypass the skin and find the melanin pigments to safely remove the hair. If you are planning on getting laser hair removal, it’s ideal to avoid sun exposure until after the treatment. Which brings us to our second myth…
URBAN LEGEND 2: You Can’t Get laser hair removal with a tan. This myth isn’t entirely false. You can get laser hair removal with a tan. With technology like our Candela GentleYAG and Soprano Ice, it is possible to tan and still receive laser hair removal. However, the laser’s settings cannot be as aggressive; that  means you’ll probably need more sessions to ensure all hair is completely removed. If you already have tanned, it’s not a big issue, but we would advise to try staying out of the sun the week’s prior to your appointment to prepare for optimal results.
URBAN LEGEND 3: If You’ve Been Laying Out in the Sun 72 Hours Prior to a Laser Treatment, You Cannot Receive Treatment. This is actually true! In fact, it’s advised to completely stay out of the sun 72 hours before/after your treatment. That’s because you can run the risk of dyschromias.

Last, it is important to always apply sunscreen to protect yourself from the harsh rays of the sun. Opsisclinical Hydrating and Sun Care Cream with 30 SPF for UVA/UVB are the best defence for your skin.

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