We are often asked whether laser hair removal is incompatible with breastfeeding and if there are any risks and contraindications.
Laser hair removal during breastfeeding: effects
Laser hair removal has absolutely no effect on breastfeeding: it does not affect the quantity or quality of milk produced by the mother, and does not damage the mammary glands.
Laser hair removal during breastfeeding: contraindications
Generally speaking, permanent hair removal treatments are not contraindicated while breastfeeding, but the mother’s altered hormonal levels may require a higher number of permanent hair removal sessions to achieve the desired result.
Furthermore, we suggest always waiting three months after delivery before undergoing treatment.
Additionally, hair removal treatments are only possible during breastfeeding if the customer has returned to their regular menstrual cycle for about three months. A regular cycle means that some fundamental hormone values have fallen, such as prolactin, which alters the hair system at high levels, causing strong hair growth in various areas of the body. As this value drops, hair production stabilises and treatment can proceed without any side effects.
There is no scientific evidence that permanent hair removal should not be carried out during pregnancy, but our professional experience leads us to recommend that exposure to any kind of light or radiation be avoided.
Possible contraindications during pregnancy include:
- skin reactions;
- leakage of varicose veins;
- hyperpigmentation caused by the laser and the appearance of dark spots.
In a few isolated cases, breastfeeding women may experience some discomfort such as irritation, itching or slight pain: however, these symptoms are typically brief and disappear quickly.
Conclusion
To conclude, we would like to emphasise the importance of relying on true permanent hair removal experts to guarantee optimal and truly permanent results within 18 months, even while breastfeeding.
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