Laser hair removal for the legs in Geneva
Legs are one of the most common areas for laser, and one of the most rewarding once the course is done. Because the surface is large, sessions are longer and planning matters. Here is how it works.
A large area, planned in sessions
The legs cover a lot of skin, so a full session takes longer than a small area and the cost reflects that surface. Many people treat the lower legs first, or full legs, depending on their goal and budget.
Hair on the legs is usually a good candidate when it is darker than the skin, which is why results are often satisfying. As always, the laser acts on growing hair, so a course is spaced over several sessions.
Sun, shaving and the in-between
Between sessions you shave rather than wax or epilate, because the root needs to stay in place for the laser to target it. The clinic will explain the routine.
Legs are often exposed in summer, so many people run the course through cooler months and protect the skin afterwards. Recent tanning can postpone a session.
A typical course
A supervised path with no commitment: you describe, the clinic assesses, then treats.
Assessment and test
A professional examines skin and hair, checks contra-indications and usually runs a patch test.
Spaced sessions
Treatment runs over several sessions a few weeks apart, because laser acts on growing hair.
Maintenance
Once hair is reduced, occasional maintenance sessions may be proposed.
Before and after a session
- Avoid sun exposure and self-tanner before and after sessions.
- Tell the clinic about any photosensitising medication or current treatment.
- Laser is not performed on broken, burnt or freshly tanned skin.
- Effectiveness depends on the contrast between skin and hair.
Your questions
How long does a full-leg session take?
Longer than a small area, because the surface is large. The clinic gives you a realistic idea once it has assessed the area.
Can I shave between sessions?
Yes, shaving is fine and usually recommended. Avoid waxing or epilating, since the laser needs the root in place to work.
Is it better to treat lower legs or full legs?
Both are common. It depends on your goal and budget; a clinic can help you decide after an assessment.
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