Raval Facial Aesthetics Blog

Let’s get right down to it: nobody wants a hairy tattoo! So whether you’re planning an amazing, huge back tat or something a little less dramatic, we have some very important advice for you: take care of the hair first!

You might be looking forward to endlessly shaving or otherwise removing hair from your tatted area for the rest of your days, but we think not. It makes more sense to get rid of that unwanted hair, virtually permanently, with laser hair removal. That way, your tattoo will always look its detailed best, never stubbled or furry. Unfortunately, once that ink is in place, laser hair removal is no longer an option; nor is intense-pulsed light (IPL).

Many people have unwanted hair somewhere. It might be facial hair or body hair. It might be just a bit of hair restricted to a small area – say, your nose or the tops of your toes. Or it might be a lot of hair – on your back and shoulders, for example. We spend a tremendous amount of time, effort, and money to get rid of unwanted hair.

We shave, we tweeze, we wax (ow!), we smear on depilatory creams. These things can get the job done, but only as a temporary solution. You have to repeat them to maintain the hairless, smooth skin you want. And some parts of your body are not exactly convenient for DIY hair removal. So, if you’re looking for long-term results, these methods don’t work. But there’s good news: laser hair removal does.  

Here’s how.

If you’re considering laser hair removal, you’re in good company. It is one of the most popular non-invasive skin treatment options, among both men and women. 

If you’ve been thinking about getting some kind of skin rejuvenation treatment, but you’re still on the fence, here’s a fact that should help you decide. Our Raval team members are so impressed with what various treatments can do, we take advantage of them ourselves! If we can do it – and love the results – so can you! Here are 5 of our favorites:

Laser hair removal has been popular for many years. It’s a wonderfully safe, quick, and effective way to eliminate unwanted hair virtually anywhere on the body. Many people seek laser hair removal for their underarms in particular. It can be a daily annoyance to shave your armpits and if you forgot or didn’t have time, then you have to choose a shirt that will keep them under wraps. Imagine never bothering with those pesky considerations again! Laser hair removal can do that. But let’s look at another aspect of underarm rejuvenation that you may not be familiar with. Did you know that Botox can be used to control excessive underarm sweating? It has been shown to be effective in treating this condition, called axillary hyperhidrosis, and can be done during the same visit as your laser hair removal procedure. Let’s break it down.

The bikini line can be a difficult area to maintain, especially during swimsuit season. Waxing is a popular way to remove unwanted hair and there are various bikini wax styles to choose from. Unfortunately, most types of bikini wax can really hurt. Laser hair removal treatments limit maintenance and keep your skin looking smooth and flawless with very little discomfort, no matter how itsy-bitsy your bikini. There are a few different options for laser hair removal of the bikini line and the right one for you will depend on your own personal preferences. Let's explore the bikini area!