Laser hair removal and pregnancy
Your belly is getting
bigger and you can barely see your legs, let alone shave them! If you shave
while standing in the shower, you may need a partner to help you keep your
balance. If you're in the bath to shave, you may need help to keep from
slipping.
Due to hormonal
changes during pregnancy, you may find more hair around your belly, nipples,
and other unwanted areas. Unless you epilate or shave, excess hair usually
falls out after pregnancy.
Laser hair removal
Laser hair removal
targets dark pigments in the hair and causes thermal and/or mechanical damage
to the hair follicle. No studies have evaluated the safety of laser hair
removal during pregnancy. Many doctors recommend avoiding laser hair removal
during pregnancy due to lack of information about the effects on the fetus.
If you decide to have
electrolysis, you should avoid breast augmentation in the last trimester,
especially if you are going to breastfeed. In the last weeks of pregnancy, you
should avoid the abdominal area, as it is very sensitive and uncomfortable
during this period of pregnancy.
Electrolysis
No studies have
evaluated the safety of electrolysis during pregnancy. Many doctors and
electrologists recommend avoiding electrolysis during pregnancy due to a lack
of information about the effects on the fetus.
If you decide to have
electrolysis, you should avoid breast augmentation in the last trimester,
especially if you are going to breastfeed. In the last weeks of pregnancy, you
should avoid the abdominal area, as it is very sensitive and uncomfortable
during this period of pregnancy.
Two types of current
are used in electrolysis: thermolysis and galvanic. Thermolysis can also be
called diathermy, radio wave, short wave, or high frequency. Galvanic
electrolysis sends a minute electrical current through the client and to the
device.
This is not
recommended because the baby is surrounded by amniotic fluid. In this
situation, the amniotic fluid acts as a conductor of electricity. For this
reason, galvanic current is not recommended for electrolysis during pregnancy.
Thermolysis does not pass through the body and does not harm pregnant women or
the fetus.
Many electrologists
require a letter from your doctor authorizing treatment during pregnancy.
Waxing
You may find that
your skin reacts differently to waxing during pregnancy. Your skin may be more
sensitive; Using a soothing antiseptic lotion before and after waxing can
reduce the burning or stinging sensation. It can also prevent infection, reduce
irritation, and reduce redness caused by wax.
It is always best to
consult your doctor before waxing. There may be a specific reason why waxing is
not recommended for you during pregnancy. For some pregnant women, waxing is
easier and more effective than depilators or creams.
Creams and depilators
The main problems
with depilators during pregnancy are related to the active ingredients in
barium sulfide powder and calcium thioglycolate. There is no evidence that they
are harmful during pregnancy, but no study has proven that they are safe.
As with any beauty
product, you should try on a piece of skin to see how you react. The chemicals,
when exposed to oxygen, leave a distinct odor that can be very unpleasant for
you and, in rare cases, cause an allergic reaction. You must take extra care to
ensure a well-ventilated area and the correct time to avoid chemical burns.
Shaving
While not the easiest
option during pregnancy, shaving is still the cheapest and most convenient
option. Try to make it fun by creatively involving your partner in the process.
This could be a great time for you and your partner! Use a good moisturizer
daily to keep your skin soft and supple while you shave.
Moisturizers containing vitamin E have helped some women shave less frequently. The next time you're in the store, pay attention to the smells and colors of shaving gels and buy a new specialty razor.