Laser Hair Removal & Your Period: Should You Reschedule?

Laser Hair Removal & Your Period: Should You Reschedule?

In the beauty world, laser hair removal used to have a rep for being painful. But let’s be real - times have changed.
Thanks to the new Moveo technology we use at RS LASER in Chicago, the procedure feels less like a rubber band snap
and more like a warm stone massage.

But here’s the million-dollar question we get all the time: "Can I still come in for my appointment if I’m on my period?"

Short answer: Yes.
Long answer: Read on. We’re gonna break down the myths, the medical facts
and why you don’t need to switch up your schedule.

The Medical Facts: Safety First

Let’s keep it 100. According to top medical protocols (including the American Academy of Dermatology),
having your period is not a red flag for laser hair removal.

The laser beam targets the melanin in your hair follicle. It stays in the upper layers of the skin.
It doesn’t mess with your internal organs, your reproductive system or your hormones.

So, strictly from a medical standpoint?
You’re good. It’s completely safe in RS LASER Chicago, no matter what day of period is.

Sensitivity vs. Pain: The Moveo Difference

This is where people get it twisted. Back in the day, aestheticians would tell you to cancel your appointment during
"that time of the month" because your pain tolerance drops. But that advice is for old-school, bogus lasers that hurt.

At RS LASER, we use Moveo technology.
It’s a total game-changer:

• It’s Cold: The sapphire tip cools your skin before, during, and after the laser energy hits.‍
• It’s Smooth: Even if your skin is more sensitive (which is normal during your period), the cooling tech cancels out the heat.
  You won’t feel pain. You might see a little pinkness (erythema) pop up faster than usual, but it fades just as quick.

Brazilian laser hair removal: Let’s Keep It 100

Most clients are worried about Brazilian laser hair removal. Look, at RS LASER, we are professionals. We see this every day.
Physically, the treatment is just as fast and painless as always. The only thing that matters is your comfort level.

• ‍Hygiene: We use medical-grade gloves, fresh towels or disposable sheets and sanitizers. In RS Laser we run a tight ship.‍
• What You Need To Do: If you want the full Brazilian laser hair removal, you must use a tampon or a menstrual cup. This keeps everything dry and allows us to treat every area safely.‍
• Pads: If you strictly use pads, we can’t do Brazilian laser hair removal, but we can still treat the classic bikini line (outside the underwear) or handle other parts of your beautiful body.

Other Areas (Legs, Face, Underarms)

For everything else - arms, legs, face - your period doesn’t matter at all. Since Moveo doesn’t hurt,
you won’t even notice a difference. Honestly, it’s a solid way to take time for yourself and relax when you’re feeling bogus.

Checklist for a Smooth Session

If your appointment at RS LASER in Chicago lines up with your period, here’s how to keep it comfortable:

• Give Us a Heads Up: You don’t have to, but if you tell your technician, they can be extra gentle and take pauses if you need ‘em.‍
• Freshen Up: Feel free to use the restroom to freshen up right before we start.‍
• Chill Out: If you’re feeling tired or irritable (we get it), treat this as downtime. Lie back and let the DEKA Moveo laser do the work.

The Bottom Line

Don’t tweak and cancel your appointment just because of the period.
Modern RS LASER hair removal in Chicago isn’t about pain - it’s about pure relaxation.

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