So last week, I told you all about me starting my laser hair removal treatment, and I even had a little rant about me wanting my body hairs off and all. Well, here is an update, I had my first session at Laser Chic Clinic in Manchester and I am glad to say it well extremely well. I got in the clinic in time and was attended to immediately by the lovely Seti. Next, I got on the green chair, where all the magic happens, took off all the makeup on my chin with some wipes supplied by the clinic (makeup needs to be completely off the area to be treated in order to avoid burns), got the protective shades on and we got to work.
The laser machine targets the hair follicles, so you feel a sting (it felt like a sting to me) when it comes in contact with hair, and you smell the hair burn as well, which confirms it, lol. When there is no longer hair in the area, you feel and smell nothing. The lovely laser hair removal machine is pictured above, science is amazing!
The entire session was super quick, it lasted for about 15 minutes, I was in and out in no time, which was great. Regarding the pain, I didn’t find the treatment painful at all. In fact, I found this session a lot easier than the patch test, and I guess it is because I knew what to expect, and I had no surprises. Also, the cool air was on the area, alongside the laser machine, so I didn’t feel the heat too much.
Most people would find this treatment bearable. A friend of mine is also having a laser hair treatment done in a different country, and it was a walk in the park for her too.
After the treatment, Janssen Cosmetics Sensitive Skin Complex was applied to the area as you can see above. This lotion prevents skin irritation, reduces redness, improves skin resilience, restores the skin natural protection and provides plenty of moisture. This was applied after the patch test as well, and is highly recommend by the lovely ladies at Laser Chic Clinic, so I bought one of it to take home. They go for £37 for a 30ml. I apply the lotion to my clean chin twice a day for the first few days after treatment, and as when required. To be honest, I haven’t had a real reason to apply since my treatment, but it is better to be safe.
I have my next session booked in for sometime in December and I am so looking forward to it. I need to get them hairs all out, and I am hoping to be hair-free real soon. If you are around Manchester/Cheshire, You can book your free consultation at Laser Chic Clinic, not just because I am telling you to, but because they are one of the best in the area. I will be blogging about all my sessions, so look out for the next post.
So, what are your thoughts? Sound off in the comment section.
Thanks for reading.
*I received the treatment in exchange for a review but all words are MINE.
Interesting read, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for reading Jade.
I have always been tempted by laser hair removal. Unfortunately Manchester is a bit of a trek for me
I was tempted for long time too, lol…
I’ve been wanting to try laser hair removal for so long, i think I’ll be booking it in the new year – thanks for sharing x
Thanks for reading Stephanie.
Thanks for sharing. Beautiful.
Thanks Osime.
Very interesting this is always been tempted to try it.
Glad you enjoyed reading it.
I have been thinking about trying it, so I am interested to follow your journey with it.
Happy you are Dannii. Thanks for reading.
I read this post with great interest as I’ve often wondered what laser treatment feels like. I was happy to hear it wasn’t painful.
It wasn’t painful at all.
This sounds like a really good treatment for those needing laser hair removal!
Yea it is.
I’ve been waiting to read this, I really fancy getting this done myself especially on my chin area.
Go for it Daniella.
I had my armpits done earlier this year but I would love to have my upper lip done or my back/legs although it would be very painful!
Yea legs would be more uncomfortable I guess. The more hair, the more stings.
This is interesting to read, as it’s not as scary as I thought it would be. I would get it done now if I needed it. Thanks for the great post!
Thanks for reading Mellissa.
This doesn’t sound anything like what I was expecting! It’s amazing what lasers can do 🙂
Louise x
Yea it is.
I love laser hair removal, I’ve been having IPL on my chin and it didnt hurt at all xxx
Oh good Laura.
I’ve always assumed this would be painful and would therefore be too worried to try it but I’m glad it went well for you! I hope you get the results you are hoping for!
I hope so too. Thanks for reading.
I haven’t thought about it – I have always thought it would be painful! I am glad it was ok for you! Kaz x
Thank you Kaz.
Glad to know it was okay for you.
Will love to see how you get on in subsequent ones.
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Thanks Moji..
Oh I am wondering the part 2 now! Let us know! I am very intruigued!
I will. Thanks Anna.
I am loving the updates of these posts, I really do hope it works for you, so I am looking forward to updates x
Thanks Rachel. I hope so too.
I am glad that you’re first session went well I hope that the rest of your journey goes well too
I hope so too. Thanks Jenni.
I am amazed how quick it is, for some reason I assumed it would take hours! x
Oh no, just minutes. Depending on the areas involved though.
Fantastic post. I’m really enjoying reading about your journey. I’d love to get laser hair removal but I do worry about the upkeep and the costs of all the sessions. Yet again, it does seem worth it!
Yea it is. Thanks Jessica Louise.
I think laser hair removal is the best thing to come about! It’s amazing. I hope all your sessions go well x
Thanks Sabina.
I hope it works for you, I’d definitely consider something similar for myself
Thanks Ali.
I always thought it would be painful. Fingers crossed it works for you.
Thanks Charlotte
Loving the sound of this. So quick too!!
Yea super quick!
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