If you’re one of those people who never shaves just below the knee, you may be used to the hassle of maintaining hair free legs — and you’re tired of it. If you only shave your thighs for special occasions, you’re well aware of the extra time and effort it takes to shave the full length of both legs and you are also sick to death of the process.

Waxing isn’t much better. It’s messy and painful, especially on the upper parts of your legs. Plus, one kit often isn’t enough if you DIY your waxing, and it costs more at the salon to get full legs waxing as well.

So, what can you do? Fortunately, there’s a solution that can give you hair free legs from ankle to thigh without the cost and hassle of constant maintenance. That solution is full leg laser hair removal from SEV.

Laser Hair Removal 101

Laser hair removal is very simple at its core. Melanin, the same pigment that colors your skin and causes freckles, is also present in your body hair. Certain wavelengths of light can be used to target that melanin in short pulses.

The light runs down the hair shaft and hits the hair follicle. When it hits the end of the road, the light energy turns into heat, zapping the follicle. If that follicle is in the process of growing a hair, it gets damaged and the hair falls out. Plus, the follicle loses the ability to make more hairs.

After about 6 to 12 sessions, your legs can become hair free. Each session only takes about 15 to 25 minutes per leg, depending on hair density. That means you could be in and out of our med spa in as little as 30 minutes.

Let’s look at why full leg hair removal is so popular.

Why Women Get Full Leg Laser Hair Removal

Women and men often have different reasons for wanting hair removal. Here’s what’s in it for women:

Meeting Cultural Expectations

Many cultures put a lot of emphasis on body hair — or rather, lack of it. Getting rid of hair on your legs may be one way you fit in with your community. Whether you choose laser hair removal for yourself or to please your inner circle, we are here to validate your choice.

Enjoying Stubble Free Intimacy

A lot of men don’t mind body hair on women at all, but dislike the way stubble feels. If you prefer to enjoy your time with your loved one without complaints, you might want to have silky smooth legs at all times just in case (wink.)

Boosting Personal Confidence

Nothing feels better than feeling good about YOU. Laser hair removal can be empowering and freeing for women who were formerly chained to the bathroom sink with either razor or goopy wax stick in hand. You can look and feel great all the time with full leg hair removal.

Why Men Get Full Leg Laser Hair Removal

Men often have a slightly different set of reasons than women for full leg hair removal (although there is some overlap.) Here’s what’s in it for guys:

An End to Wardrobe Nightmares

Boxers, jeans, dress pants, workout gear — all kinds of clothing can cause friction with leg hair or cause it to get stuck bending the wrong way. It’s uncomfortable and inconvenient, so why not deal with the situation using laser leg hair removal?

Satisfying Personal Preference

Men are more likely than women to have societal pressure for hair free legs, so it’s often personal preference. It’s your body, and you can do what you want: all reasons are valid. Don’t be shy about requesting full leg hair removal.

Being a Leg Day Legend

You have killer calves and thighs, but your leg hair is thick and keeps covering up the proof of your workout ethic. Full leg laser hair removal means you can show off your sculpted leg muscles in everything from running shorts to swimwear.

Top Benefits of Whole Leg Laser Hair Removal

There are so many benefits to getting laser hair removal it’s hard to list them all. Let’s focus on the highlights:

Get That Beach Body

Whether you’re heading out on a vacation or are fortunate enough to have access to public or private waterfront, any time of year is a good time for hair free legs. You won’t feel self conscious about wearing a swimsuit when your know you’ve got not a single hair on your legs.

Rock Those Daisy Dukes

On the country dance floor or sitting on a tailgate, jean cutoffs are the default in certain settings. You won’t have to worry about conspicuous leg hair when you’ve had laser hair removal from foot to hip.

Flirt in Seriously Short Skirts

Nothing looks better than a minidress or miniskirt with some strappy heels when you’re out on date night. Laser hair removal for your legs means they’ll be attracting just the right kind of attention from your suitor.

Bye, Bye, Razor Burn

What do we hate? Razor cuts, bumps, and rashes. How much do we hate it? So, so much. One of the biggest draws of laser hair removal for legs is the ability to end your razor relationship and say hello to a hair removal process that won’t be a constant disappointment.

No More Messes

Waxing your legs doesn’t just hurt as you rip offending hairs from the roots, it’s a gooey, goopy mess as well. Who has time for heating, application, removal, and cleanup anyway? Not today’s modern women and men.

Silky Smooth Skin

Shaving can suck because of the constant stubble. Unless you shave every day, you’re bound to feel the prickle at some point. Say so long to stubble and start enjoying silky smooth legs with laser hair removal.

Lower Lifetime Costs

The cost of shaving or waxing adds up to a terrifying number over the years. Leg hair removal from SEV laser lets you stop those rising costs in their tracks. It’s more than well worth it to get your sessions in and enjoy a hair free future.

What You Should Know About Laser Leg Hair Removal

If you’ve decided that laser hair removal is the best way to take care of all of your leg hair, there are a few critical things you need to know.

Before Each Session

Sun-exposed skin can have a bad reaction to laser hair removal. That’s why we have to verify if you’ve stayed out of direct sun for two weeks before your appointment. If you didn’t, we’ll have to use a lower (less effective) setting or reschedule your session.

You can lightly exfoliate and shave as normal up to 48 to 24 hours before your hair removal session. Don’t shave on the day of your appointment, and don’t use lotions or moisturizer after shaving either, as it can interfere with laser efficiency.

During Each Session

First, your nurse will explain everything that’s about to happen. Then they’ll mark a grid on your leg (it will easily wash off.) This helps ensure all your hair follicles get equal laser time. Before the treatment starts, they’ll also verify that the machine is properly calibrated for your skin type.

We won’t offer you “pain relief gel” or “cooling cream” because your treatment should not hurt. If you feel any heat or a burning sensation, you need to be able to tell us immediately so we can adjust the laser.

The actual sensation according to many patients who have had SEV laser hair removal is a light snapping feeling against the skin. We follow each burst of laser light with a puff of cold air from the machine to deal with any mild discomfort.

After Each Session

After laser hair removal treatment, you’ll need to spend another two weeks avoiding direct sunlight. Wear some long pants or skirts to protect your legs. After that, you can enjoy the sun as long as you use at least 30+ SPF sunscreen.

You might have a little redness or a feeling of heat in your legs right after your treatment. Don’t worry. Cold compresses will typically take away any residual stinging. You can also use a neutral skin cream, aloe vera, or (in rare severe cases) hydrocortisone cream.

SEV Laser is happy to answer all of your questions about full leg laser hair removal. Call or stop by for a consultation today, and don’t forget to watch our video.