Laser hair removal during pregnancy and lactation, early, late. Is it possible or not, the opinion of doctors

Laser hair removal is the process of removing unwanted hair from various parts of the face and body. Every woman wants to be beautiful and “interesting position” is not a reason to give up on herself.

If earlier it was believed that laser hair removal during pregnancy is dangerous, since it can harm an unborn baby, now the opinion of doctors in this matter is ambiguous.

Laser hair removal, the essence of the procedure

The essence of the procedure consists in the effect of radiation on the hormone melanin, which has the ability to absorb heat and light contained in the hair follicle. The laser beam acts on the root of the hair follicle, destroying and weakening it.

Thus, it is possible to remove only the hair cover that has reached a length of 3 - 5 mm, dormant or invisible follicles remain uncovered. After 1.5 months, the vegetation reappears and it is necessary to conduct a second session. The number of procedures directly depends on the density of unwanted hair.

When carrying out depilation, the alexandrite laser is most often used, which allows destroying the hair at the time of exposure, but its use is possible only for light-skinned with hair color from light brown to dark. For a tanned body and dark skin color, other types of lasers are used, which are less powerful.

This cosmetic procedure is relatively painless; if it is performed correctly, the laser beam does not touch the skin and does not cause burns. Hair on the treated area falls out within a week.

With this type of depilation, you can remove unwanted hair on the face (mustache, eyebrows), arms, legs, armpits, chest, abdomen, back, intimate area.

Process features:

1. Before depilation, a mandatory consultation with a dermatologist is required;
2. Two weeks before the procedure, if you want to be exposed to the alexandrite laser, you should refrain from sunbathing;
3. 14 days before the session, you cannot do shugaring, wax depilation, pull out hair follicles with tweezers;
4. The day before epilation, the area of ​​the intended effect should be treated with a razor;
5. Before the procedure, the doctor will lubricate the epilation site with a cooling gel, the task of which is to protect the skin from overheating, and to prevent the occurrence of pain;
6. Within 3 days after the cosmetic effect, you must not go to the sauna, take a hot bath and sunbathe;
7. You can remove excess hair with a disposable machine or depilatory cream.

General contraindications for laser hair removal

• skin infections;
• herpes virus;
• diabetes;
• oncological diseases;
• epilepsy;
• taking antibiotics of the tetracycline series;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases.

Laser hair removal when planning pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of the conditional contraindications for laser hair removal. If a woman only plans to become a mother, and does not take hormonal drugs, then after consulting a gynecologist, it is possible to undergo a procedure.

Laser hair removal is safe, does not harm the body, does not interfere with the conception and bearing of a baby.

Does the place of depilation matter?

Laser hair removal during pregnancy is not permitted on all parts of the body.

This is explained by caring for the baby's health, reducing the pain threshold of a woman, hormonal changes in the body and skin condition.

1. It is allowed to carry out a cosmetic procedure on the hands and feet. The skin in these areas is denser, not prone to deformation, and the pain is less severe. Contraindications to this method of hair removal are:

• skin inflammation;
• fungal infections;
• varicose veins.

1. The area of ​​the armpits is also considered safe, especially if the hair removal in this area is not the first time;
2. It is recommended to remove unwanted facial hair using more gentle methods, but if they are ineffective, dermatologists advise to reduce laser hair removal sessions to a minimum. It is best to carry out 1 procedure at the stage of pregnancy planning, and the next procedure in the second trimester of pregnancy, when the fetus is fully formed. A hair growth retardation cream should be used between sessions.
3. During pregnancy, the hormonal background changes, the appearance of unwanted hair on the chest and abdomen of the expectant mother is possible. Laser hair removal on these areas is strictly prohibited. If the hair appeared only while waiting for the baby, you should not remove it - after childbirth, the hormonal background will change and the vegetation will disappear. Otherwise, epilation should be done after childbirth. The skin in these areas is very sensitive, painful sensations may occur, in addition, epilation helps to increase the dryness of the skin, which becomes an excellent springboard for the formation of stretch marks. Removing the hair on the abdomen is not allowed for fear of damaging the child.
4. Intimate area. Opinions vary when it comes to bikini waxing. Conservatively minded doctors, prohibits any manipulation of the woman's genitals while waiting for the baby. Supporters of liberal views believe that hygiene is necessary, and if there are no direct contraindications, such as dilated vaginal veins or genital infections, then it is possible to carry out laser hair removal with extreme caution. It is best to carry out this procedure in the second trimester of pregnancy.

Laser hair removal while carrying a child, possible risks

Laser hair removal during pregnancy can provoke such unpleasant consequences as:

1. Strong pain. The procedure is practically painless, but during the waiting period for the baby, the pain threshold decreases, and even the slightest discomfort is perceived as severe pain. A woman's uterus can respond to pain by increasing muscle tone.
2. Dark spots. Due to the change in hormonal levels, the production of melanin in the body increases. Under the influence of a laser beam, the treated area of ​​the skin can change color, or burn.
3. Increased dryness of the skin. The skin of expectant mothers is very dry, and laser hair removal additionally removes moisture, which can cause stretch marks.
4. Skin burn. The procedure should only be performed by an experienced cosmetologist. In case of non-observance of safety rules, a burn of the skin tissue is possible, and the subsequent appearance of scars.

   

5. Epilation in the bikini area can cause a blockage of the sebaceous glandsby gluing them together.

Is laser hair removal possible in early pregnancy?

The first trimester of pregnancy is the period from 1 to 13 obstetric weeks. By the end of this time, a small man emerges from two cells, reaching a length of 9 cm and weighing 20 grams. In the body of the fetus, all vital organs and systems are laid, at the 5th week the heart begins to beat, from the 8th week the baby tries to make the first movements with the arms and legs. The placenta begins to form.

Laser hair removal during the first trimester of pregnancy is not permitted by gynecologists. This is due to the fact that pain can contribute to hypertonicity of the uterus, which can cause spontaneous abortion.

Is laser hair removal possible in the second trimester?

Second trimester of pregnancy from 13 to 28 weeks.

The following changes occur in the fetus:

• the nervous and digestive systems develop, the kidneys are actively working, urination is stabilized;
• the skeleton, muscles, skin, genitals are formed;
• the child begins to recognize light and shadow, sounds, recognizes his mother's voice;
• the baby is actively growing, reaching up to 23 cm in length and weight 900 grams, moving a lot.

The second trimester is the "golden time" of pregnancy. The unpleasant sensations and dangers of the first three months are behind, a woman can fully enjoy communicating with her future son or daughter, put her body in order.

The procedure is not prohibited during the second trimester of pregnancy. It is allowed to remove hair on arms, legs, armpits and on the face. It is recommended to use a cream to stop hair growth in order to undergo the process less often.

Epilation of the bikini area should be carried out with the utmost care to avoid complications and injuries to the genitals.

It is forbidden to epilate the abdomen and chest, due to the undesirable effect of the laser on the fetus, the danger of burns, especially in the area of ​​increased pigmentation.

Is laser hair removal possible in the third trimester

The third trimester of pregnancy starts at 29 weeks. During this period, the baby becomes larger, by the end of the 40th week, its height reaches 45-55 cm, and its weight is from 2500 to 4500 kg. The child moves less, the formation of all organs and systems is completed, the development of the brain is completed, reflexes are fixed.

Laser hair removal during the third trimester is not recommended. This is explained by the fact that there is a high risk of premature birth, which can be provoked by severe pain. Epilation of the bikini area is prohibited due to the risk of developing varicose veins of the labia. Do not depilate the chest and abdomen.

It is possible to remove vegetation on the arms, legs, armpits and face with a laser, but it is better to prefer alternative methods.

When is laser hair removal prohibited during pregnancy?

Laser hair removal during pregnancy is prohibited regardless of the woman's wishes in the following cases:

• the appearance of allergies, skin rashes;
• increased uterine tone, danger of premature birth;
• trauma and redness of the skin;
• increased body temperature;
• herpes viral infection;
• diabetes mellitus, toxicosis;
• mental disorders in a pregnant woman;
• dark skin of a woman combined with blond hair.

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Laser hair removal during breastfeeding, opinions of doctors

Laser hair removal during breastfeeding is allowed in the absence of contraindications. According to gynecologists, this procedure does not affect lactation and does not harm the nursing mother and child. Before the procedure, a consultation of doctors is required: an endocrinologist, a gynecologist and a cosmetologist.

The procedure is not permitted:

• after using chemical depilation products at home;
• when taking retinoid drugs;
• with inflammatory skin diseases;
• in case of exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• with diabetes mellitus;
• in the presence of varicose veins;
• with herpes viral infection;
• with ischemic heart disease and blood vessels;
• with the formation of keloid scars.

It is not allowed to do hair removal in the breast area of ​​a nursing mother, and you also need to follow special measures for skin care after the procedure:

• protect the skin from the influence of sunlight;
• smear with moisturizers.

Alternative methods of hair removal during pregnancy

If the gynecologist has forbidden to use the procedure using a laser, you can use alternative methods to remove excess vegetation:

1. Razor shaving and depilatory cream recognized as the safest methods of depilation while waiting for the baby. When using them, there is no pain, no harm to the unborn child. The disadvantages are the rapid growth of unwanted hair, the appearance of irritation at the site of the procedure. We recommend using special creams and lotions that soften the skin.
2. Wax depilation - consists in removing the hairline with warm or cold wax. A safe and quick procedure, new hair grows back in 3-4 weeks, but it is accompanied by severe pain, therefore it is undesirable in case of hypertonicity of the uterus and the threat of miscarriage.
3. Shugaring - Hair removal with caramelized sugar paste. A very popular method. Safe for mom and baby, but painful. It only needs to be carried out in the salon. Unlike wax depilation, it is allowed in the third trimester of pregnancy in the deep bikini area. An increased uterine tone is considered a contraindication.
4. Epilator - a quick way, but, like the previous two, it is carried out only if the pregnancy is normal.
5. Electrolysis - a method of getting rid of excess hair, in which the follicle is exposed to a weak electrical discharge. Not allowed for pregnant women, as it is highly undesirable to have an electric current on the fetus.
6. Photoepilation - this manipulation is a procedure in which a photo flash acts on the hair root, leading to its self-destruction. The cosmetic process is not fully understood, it is not recommended for pregnant women.

Every woman wants to be beautiful. The opinions of doctors regarding the use of laser hair removal during pregnancy are extremely ambiguous.

Some prohibit it categorically, others allow it, subject to certain conditions, gentle methods and the absence of contraindications.

Whether to use this method of getting rid of unwanted hair, each expectant mother decides on her own, in the field of consultation with specialists. The main rule is to first of all take care of your safety and the health of your unborn baby.

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