Today I had my first laser treatment!

[Guest Nova Maria]

So my lovely esthetician gave me first laser treatment today!!!

It hurt so much, I thought I was going to die. The great thing is, the pain didn't last a second longer than the procedure! My face was a little bit red for about fifteen minutes, but no blistering or anything!

Did it hurt? Yes. Was it worth the pain? Absolutely. Would I do it again? I've already scheduled my next appointment.

Goodbye, beard!

[Svenna]

I LOVE to hear these kinda things, I really do!

Why?

Cuz I'm about ready to start looking for a laser place to get mine zapped soon, too.

It would have to hurt a terribly horrid amount to discourage me from getting rid of the nasty stuff, lol..

Thanks for the info, please let us know how well it worked..

Thanks! Svenna

[Guest Krisina]

Good to hear. You will love it when you can say the beard shadow is gone!

About pain control. Tylenol extra strength and Emla cream.

Krisina

[Guest Lizzie McTrucker]

My tech gives me an ice pack to put on my face after my treatment. I usually go through two of them before she gives me the okay. Then I put aloe on the treated areas. Aloe that's been in the fridge over night feels especially nice.

[Carolyn Marie]

Great news, Nova! I'm happy for you, well, for the progress, not necessarily the pain.

I can tell you that the increased self confidence it gave me to get rid of my beard shadow made a world of difference. You're going to love having a smooth face.

The ice packs work well, and my center put a lotion on my face right after that cooled and moisterized it. I got a jar to take home, too, and put on 2-3 times a day. Expensive stuff, but worth it. One thing to look out for, especially at the beginning, is foliculitis. It's nasty and embarassing. The lotion helped with that.

Carolyn Marie

[Guest ValerieD]

I can't wait to remove my facial hair. Unfortunately I'm years away from that due to location and finances even though I go full time next month.