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Is Laser Hair Removal Safe and Effective During Pregnancy?
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A pregnant woman experiences a lot of dramatic changes both inside and outside her body. Among them is an increase in unwanted body hair due to hormonal changes.

This is why pregnant women are out and about looking for the newest hair removal products and therapies, even more so than women who are not expecting.

As laser hair removal is one of the top options to get rid of unwanted hair, it is understandable that women wonder if it is a safe and effective treatment during pregnancy.

Hair grows more during pregnancy due to higher hormone levels, which encourage hair to go into the resting phase minimizing the number of hairs that fall out and begin to grow back. Thus, hair grows thicker and more abundant.

Laser hair removal is one of the most permanent hair removal options. It disables hair at the root through the use of heat and light energy, which targets and destroys unwanted hair follicles.

Laser hair removal can’t be done at home, and it can feel a bit uncomfortable during application, however, in most cases it is considered worth it because of the results it gives. The side effects reported are mild and temporary.

It is hard to find exact answers confirming the treatment to be safe or dangerous for pregnant women. The American Pregnancy Association states that the studies that have been performed on laser hair removal and pregnancy have shown inconclusive results and haven’t been extensive enough to prove without a doubt whether it is safe or unsafe. Due to this, the majority of doctors advise their pregnant patients against laser hair removal treatments.

Nevertheless, some doctors have given consent for pregnant women to undergo laser hair removal on certain areas of the body like the face and legs, away from the stomach and breasts. These doctors think there isn’t enough evidence to prove laser hair removal is a threat to pregnant women, thus, it shouldn’t be harmful for the baby or the mother if applied in specific areas.

In any case, if you live in the Denver area, are pregnant, and are considering a laser hair removal treatment, first discuss the pros and cons in detail with your doctor and talk to a renowned Denver laser hair removal spa to understand the procedure, and its consequences, in depth.


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Rachel Clarkson
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