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3 More Skincare Trends For Spring

 

Laser Smooth Company_3 More Skincare Trends For Spring

As per usual, we have been obsessing over skincare articles and blogs, assembling the most useful tips and tricks and anticipating the more compelling trends of the season. Here are three more of our favorite spring skincare trends to look forward to in 2018:

Simplified Skin Care

In a recent interview with Vogue, millennial chanteuse SZA describes her skincare routine as “… black soap and hemp oil every day, twice a day.” Additionally, she employs a simple DIY honey mask to treat the cystic acne that has plagued her since her teens. The result is a photo ready, superstar complexion achieved by using precisely none of the high priced, specialty skin care products touted by celebrities and their style teams. Take a page from SZA’s book and find a few natural products that work for you and make them routine.

DIY Lotions, Potions, Tonics, and Masks

Honey, yogurt, whole milk, eggs, and oatmeal are common pantry staples that should also be common skincare tools. Honey is a natural humectant, it’s antibacterial and it’s replete with antioxidants, nutrients, and many healing compounds. Yogurt and milk can both calm and nourish tired, dry skin, and oatmeal is a natural anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant.

Whole Body Health

Drinking lot of water, eating whole foods, and actively maintaining your mental health will all do wonders for not just your skin, but your life.

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The Difference Between Electrolysis and Laser Hair Removal

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It’s not uncommon to wonder what the differences between electrolysis and laser hair removal are, considering both modes of hair removal work by targeting hair follicles located under the skin’s surface. Both are safe, permanent methods of hair removal, but the procedures are vastly different.

Electrolysis works by inserting an epilator device into the skin and producing shortwave radio frequencies in hair follicles to stop new hair from growing. These frequencies damage hair follicles to prevent growth and cause existing hairs to fall out.

Laser hair removal uses a process called selective photothermalysis or target destruction. This involves raising the temperature of the target high enough to damage the viable hair cells without damaging the epidermis and the surrounding tissues.

Each of these options for hair removal is best achieved over a period of 4-6 weeks with several treatments spaced throughout. Each has minimal side effects and can be a permanent solution to the issue of unwanted hair. Electrolysis, however, can’t cover large areas at once like laser hair removal can. Your choice between laser hair removal and electrolysis may depend on how quickly you want to achieve hair removal and the size of the area to be treated.

Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. Our clinic features the LightSheer Duet, the newest and most innovative laser hair removal system. Call Laser Smooth Company Today for a Free Consultation! Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

How To Know You’re Ready For Laser Hair Removal

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Whether laser hair removal is something that been on your mind for a while, or if you’ve just recently begun to consider the treatment, there are likely a few questions you’re asking yourself, including, “How do I know if I’m ready to undergo a series of laser hair removal treatments?” Ask yourself these three questions before committing to laser hair removal, and you’ll be making your choice with confidence.

Are you tired of the cost, the time commitment and the dermatological damage of shaving? Shaving can be a non-committal grooming activity for some but for others, it can require a considerable amount of their time. If you find that your grooming schedule is dominated by hair removal, you’re likely ready to consult with a laser hair removal technician.

Does facial and body hair get in the way of your everyday life, such as in gender presentation? Hair removal for transitioning folks is often a significant part of their gender development, the sooner these individuals consult with a laser hair removal tech, the closer they’ll be to living their best lives.

Are you trying to keep up with trends? In this case, it may be more sensible to stick to impermanent hair removal methods. Trends change, but laser hair removal is permanent.

Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. Our clinic features the LightSheer Duet, the newest and most innovative laser hair removal system. Laser Smooth Company offers the best laser hair removal services in the Gresham area. We are always open for free consultations, and we’d love to help you take the first steps towards permanent hair removal.

We are conveniently located at 2850 SE Powell Valley Rd in Gresham, Oregon. We are waiting for your visit.

Call Laser Smooth Company Today for a Free Consultation!

 

3 Ways To Keep Your Skin Glowing This Spring

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With the Portland area’s erratic weather challenging our skin daily and temperatures riding a roller coaster of highs and lows, it can be exceedingly difficult to successfully achieve perfectly luminous skin every day. Adapting your skincare routine to barometric changes (especially in Portland where a popular town motto is, “If you don’t like the weather, wait 5 minutes”) is tough, but consider these three skincare tips to keep your skin in fabulous condition regardless of the capricious weather.

Use a gentle exfoliator twice a week. Winter weather can dull skin, especially if you find yourself in the elements often. Counter this with an exfoliator for sensitive skin that can leave you refreshed and hydrated.

Avoid consuming large amounts of dairy. Sorry pizza lovers and ice cream enthusiasts, but when skin issues appear, many dermatologists advocate restricting dairy from your diet. Hormones like progesterone and insulin found in cow’s milk increase levels of inflammation which can be hard on sensitive or acne-prone skin.

Get sweaty. An hour-long workout activates the cardiovascular system, giving your skin lots of proper blood circulation, improving skin as it rushes oxygen and nutrients to your cells.

Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. Our clinic features the LightSheer Duet, the newest and most innovative laser hair removal system. Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

Call Laser Smooth Company Today for a Free Consultation!

 

Will Laser Hair Removal Work For You?

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3 Reasons You Should Wait to Get Laser Hair Removal

If you have considered laser hair removal at some point in your life, for reasons of vanity, function, or presentation, you may have wondered, “Will this even work for me?” The answer is complex, but the answer is typically a resounding YES. Laser hair removal is the safest, fastest, and easiest way to permanently remove body hair. There are very few reasons to avoid laser hair removal, but each is minor and usually temporary. Here are three factors that may impede the success of your laser hair removal treatment:

Sun Damage

Burned skin cannot be treated with lasers until the areas of the sunburn have completely healed. Suntanned skin (by sunbathing or tanning beds) can also present an issue, which is why many choose to pursue laser hair removal in the fall and winter months when sun worshipping is mostly out of the question.

Certain Skin Types

Pigment problems, discoloration, and scarring can occur with some skin types, which is why it’s important to consult with a laser hair removal technician thoroughly before engaging in hair removal. Spot tests can typically reveal whether your skin type can benefit from laser hair removal and how it will react.

Consistency

Consistency is key when pursuing laser hair removal, as it typically demands at least a few consecutive treatments to remove all traces of unwanted hair. Plan ahead to consider whether you can keep up with a consistent schedule of treatments before you walk into your first appointment.

Laser Smooth Company is Available for Consultations

Laser hair removal is the only way to permanently remove unwanted body hair and give your skin that fresh, smooth feeling all year long. Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. We offer the best laser hair removal services in the Gresham area. We are always open for free consultations, and we’d love to help you take the first steps towards permanent hair removal. We are conveniently located at 2850 SE Powell Valley Rd in Gresham, Oregon. We are waiting for your visit!

Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

Contact Laser Smooth Company today at (503) 867-6386 for a free consultation.

 

Why Laser Hair Removal Is Crucial To Many Trans Individuals

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Body hair often causes a large problem for biological men transitioning their outward appearance to reflect the female gender they identify with, because when unaddressed, body hair can continue to create insecurities long after transition has begun. Presenting female and performing feminine gender is significantly more difficult when a person’s face and the chest are still producing masculine hair growth patterns. Shaving and waxing are temporary solutions that can be wildly irritating to the skin. For many, this can slow down the transition process.

While anti-androgens may promote a gradually thinning of body hair, taking hormones alone will often leave the hair fully intact. Of course, results vary, but many spend years on hormones without much reduction in body hair. This is why laser hair removal is so critical to many transitioning folks; the result has a direct influence on a person’s sense of self, their confidence, and their ability to perform gender in the ways they desire.

Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. Our clinic features the LightSheer Duet, the newest and most innovative laser hair removal system. Our hair removal services are as simple as small, medium and large, with no gender constructs to prevent folks from pursuing the hair removal goals. Our services and pricing depend on the size of the hair removal area — not the gender binary.  Call Today for a Free Consultation! Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

It’s Never Too Late For Laser Hair Removal

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If you have battled with unsightly, unwanted body hair for most of your life, there is another option. Laser hair removal is a simple procedure that can rid you of lifelong unwanted body hair in just a few sessions. While many folks fight a lifelong battle with unwanted hair, for others it can appear at any time. Either way, unwanted hair can cause significant issues for folks whose problem areas cause a loss of self-esteem and confidence.

Laser hair removal is a safe and relatively painless way to permanently remove unwanted hair.

For folks transitioning late in life, laser hair removal offers a safe, relatively painless way to remove facial and body hair that is far more streamlined than any permanent hair removal processes were a few decades ago. Today’s laser hair removal is high tech, modern, and formulated for flawless results, unlike more antiquated forms of permanent hair removal.

For people whose grooming routines have become more time-consuming than they’d like, laser hair removal offers the potential for a significant change to their hair removal process. Imagine, a boudoir free from depilatories, waxes, and razors, and a supple, flawless body—free from any unwanted hair.

Sound nice? Contact Laser Smooth Company today at (503) 867-6386 for a free consultation.

 

Laser Smooth Company is proud to perform hair removal for all individuals, in all areas of the body. We are located in Gresham, Oregon. Our clinic features the LightSheer Duet, the newest and most innovative laser hair removal system.  Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

 

Get Smooth For Valentine’s Day

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Do you have romantic plans for this upcoming Valentine’s Day which include intimate encounters that you’d like to be smooth and supple for? Or perhaps you’re still searching for the perfect gift for a loved one who just happens to be considering laser hair removal treatments? Either way, Laser Smooth Company has the perfect gift option for you.

For folks looking for a single treatment touchup, Laser Smooth offers special pricing for small, medium, and large areas including: lip, chin, neck, cheeks, sideburns, armpits, bikini line, hands, feet, lower arms, upper arms, shoulders, lower back, upper back, chest, abs, buttocks, upper legs, lower legs, or Brazilian.

For Valentine revelers still considering the best present for their date, laser hair removal is a thoughtful gift for those who’ve expressed interest in the process. Laser Smooth Company offers both pay-as-you-go package treatments and customizable packages with up to six sessions included. These sessions can be arranged during your gift purchase or by your intended.

Laser Smooth Company is proud to remove unwanted hair for both men and women with impressive speed and comfort with before and after care that is minimal and non-invasive.

If you are considering laser hair removal, contact Laser Smooth Company for a free consultation. Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

3 Reasons To Get Laser Hair Removal (And 3 Reasons Not To)

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If you’ve considered laser hair removal, you’re not alone.

These are the primary reasons folks opt for laser hair removal:

  • Simplify your grooming
  • Ease your transition
  • Boost your self-esteem

As a permanent option, it has no rival; laser hair removal is exceedingly simple, relatively painless and often results in flawless, hair-free skin.

There are, of course, a few reasons not to opt for permanent hair removal:

It’s for a style trend. For instance, eyebrow styles change with the seasons. One era is fixated with pencil thin brows while the next adores big bushy brows. If being up to date with style trends is the objective of your hair removal, opt instead for something semi-permanent like threading or waxing.

Your skin is overly irritated. Sunburns, psoriasis or any other uncomfortable skin condition can make laser hair removal difficult. Consult with your laser hair removal professional to discuss your options.

It’s for someone else. Proceed with laser hair removal because you want to, not because someone else makes you feel pressured to do so. Laser hair removal’s objective is to make you feel strong and confident in your own skin and it’s a choice you should make for yourself.

Check out some of our Testimonials for more good reasons to try laser hair removal. Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.

If you are considering laser hair removal, contact Laser Smooth Company for a free consultation. Laser Smooth Company offers the best laser hair removal services in the Gresham area. We’d love to help you take the first steps towards permanent hair removal. We are conveniently located at 2850 SE Powell Valley Rd in Gresham, Oregon. We are waiting for your visit.

Contact us or call at (503) 867-6386 for your free consultation today!

 

The Biggest Trends in Skin Care For 2018

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2017 was revolutionary for skin care and beauty. Rihanna’s Fenty cosmetic line singlehandedly transformed how beauty brands approach inclusivity (with several huge brands embarrassingly struggling to keep up). Brands like Glossier and Tata Harper showcased cosmetics and skincare products that served to showcase natural beauty rather than mask it. In general, skincare in 2018 is resoundingly rejecting antiquated notions of beauty in favor of something decidedly more inclusive and celebratory. Here are our favorite products poised to change the face of skincare in 2018:

Lixir’s Universal Emulsion

As overwrought beauty efforts that involve multiple products fall by the wayside, folks are encouraged to embrace more streamlined, universal beauty products that offer multiple benefits.  Lixir’s day cream, night cream, and primer emulsion is a perfect example of this simplification.

Subtle Green’s Intense Hydration

Bespoke skincare is a buzzy term you’re likely to hear more of in 2018. It simply means skincare customized to your exact skin through rigorous evaluation. These products can be pricey, but when the results are literally designed for your skin, you can bank on stupendous, million-dollar results.

Neutrogena’s Light Therapy Acne Mask

Home care devices like Neutrogena’s Light Therapy Acne Mask will be displayed on many a boudoir counter, replacing the myriad of creams, potions, and solutions typically associated with high-level skin care

If you are considering laser hair removal, contact Laser Smooth Company for a free consultation. Visit our Services page to learn more about our laser hair removal treatments.