Waxing is a popular and temporary quick-fix method of hair removal. And while you’ll enjoy a hairless look for a few weeks, you’ll be back in the clinic before you know it. And did you know the literal ripping of hair from your skin is only one drawback you might encounter. Folliculitis after waxing is a common con. It can add another layer of pain to an already painful procedure. Today, we’ll examine laser hair removal as an alternative to folliculitis after waxing.

The Trouble With Waxing: Understanding Folliculitis

Folliculitis is a skin condition in which hair follicles become inflamed. This can lead to infections and irritation, and they appear on the skin as small red or pus-filled bumps. 

Folliculitis can form after waxing if the follicles become damaged and more susceptible to potential bacteria. You can see signs of folliculitis after waxing when the small red bumps form or the impacted area becomes itchy.

Why You Get Folliculitis After Waxing

Waxing literally rips hair from the skin, and waxing can lead to folliculitis breakouts because the follicles can get damaged. When that happens, bacteria can get into the follicle and lead to inflammation and potentially infection.

Waxing is obviously a prime example, but another outdated hair-removal method, shaving, can also yield folliculitis. Shaving too closely or with an overused razor can lead to ingrown hairs and painful red bumps.

Laser Hair Removal: A Long-Term Solution

If you’re over the red bumps, ingrown hairs, inability to wear certain clothing, and just the general pain of folliculitis, we suggest exploring our industry-leading laser hair removal treatments. In our treatments, a laser targets the melanin in the follicle and disrupts its growth cycle, preventing future hair growth.

With no hair present, you won’t need to wax or shave, reducing the risk for inflammation or infection. While laser hair removal is not a cure for folliculitis, it drastically reduces the possibility of future flare-ups.

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Waxing literally rips hair from the skin, and waxing can lead to folliculitis breakouts because the follicles can get damaged.”

Beyond Waxing: Achieving Smooth, Bump-Free Skin

The benefits of laser hair removal don’t stop with addressing folliculitis. It’s a legitimate method to enjoy long-term hair reduction, healthy skin, and permanent results. Upon the conclusion of your hair-free journey, you may stay hair-free for months or even years.

However, if, months or years down the road, you notice any hair regrowth, Milan has you covered with its Unlimited Package™. You pay one price for any body area, and you’re hair-free for life. If your treatments begin one year, and you notice you need an additional treatment two years later, you’re covered at no extra cost!

Laser hair removal is an investment in your hair-free future. And even better, Milan has many affordable payment plans that will fit into anyone’s monthly budget.

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Thoughts From the Field

“I think because folliculitis is an ongoing condition, it affects certain parts of the body differently,”said Milan Laser Provider Educator Grace M. “The really big benefit of the Unlimited Package is that after a hormonal change, they have a flare up in hair growth, and that could bring the folliculitis back. It’s very beneficial to have the lifetime guarantee because you can get treated and start having improvement again. 

“There are dormant follicles and different factors like age and hormones that play a factor. For someone with folliculitis, someone with a lifetime guarantee is really going to improve their quality of life. It would be terrible to pay all this money and have another flare up only to have to pay again. It’s nice to have, no matter where you’re at in your journey.”

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Whether you’re looking for a way to address your folliculitis or you’re simply over the razor and wax, laser hair removal is the solution for you. And there’s no better option for your laser hair removal needs than Milan Laser. With more than 390 locations nationwide, we’re the largest provider of laser hair removal in the country. Don’t wait; start your hair-free journey today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Keeping the area clean, applying topical ointment, and wearing breathable clothing are common tips to help with folliculitis, as these methods reduce bacterial buildup following a wax.

A mild case of folliculitis will go away on its own, but more severe cases might require over-the-counter medication or a visit to your doctor.

Yes, exfoliation after waxing helps remove dead skin cells, dirt, and excess oil that often lead to ingrown hairs and clogged pores. And when pores are clogged with bacteria, it often leads to folliculitis.

If you are prone to developing folliculitis, laser hair removal may help by destroying those follicles so the hair doesn't grow back. Those inflamed follicles lead to red bumps and ingrown hairs. Laser hair removal helps destroy the hair follicle and prevent future hair growth.

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