Here at S3 Skin & Laser I get asked a lot of questions about shaving.
I thought I’d share the most common questions I receive and tell you my answers because we all have times when shaving is necessary.
As you know, unsightly body hair can be upsetting and it often seems to crop up unexpectedly, making you reach for the razor.
So here are the 3 “myths” about shaving:
1. Does hair grow back faster after shaving?
No, it does not. If it seems like it does, it’s probably only because you’re paying attention to the area more because you shaved it.
2. Will hair become thicker after shaving?
Your body only has a set number of hair follicles and it’s not possible to create new ones. When a hair is shaved a larger surface area with a cut edge is exposed making it seem thicker and coarser.
3. Doesn’t shaving cause ingrown hairs?
Some people are naturally prone to ingrown hairs but this does not mean you’ll get ingrown hairs every time you shave. If ingrown hairs are a problem for you, I recommend scrubbing the area beforehand with a cloth or loofah. You can also try shaving in the direction of your hair growth.
A final thought about shaving:
Unfortunately, shaving can be a terribly uncomfortable thing to do if you have sensitive or fair skin. Even with expensive shaving creams shaving can be hard on your skin, even making it look and feel like you’ve had a second degree burn.
To keep shaving to an absolute minimum, I highly recommend permanent hair reduction.
At S3 Skin & Laser, we offer genuine laser hair removal and would be happy to discuss your individual requirements with you through email, over the phone, or in person. Just click the BOOK A FREE CONSULATION button and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
I looking forward to advising you.
Best Regards,
Sarah-Jane (Clinical Director)
P. S. If price is a concern for you, we’ll work together to find a package that works with your budget. Removing unsightly hair and feeling more confident and youthful about yourself is more affordable than you might think. Until the end of September we are offering a 30% discount on Laser Hair Removal packages.
Special discounts will be applied for PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) sufferers (doctors referral required).
