What effect does hormonal changes in older clients have on hair removal outcomes?

Hormonal changes in older clients significantly affect hair removal outcomes, specifically leading to slower hair regrowth following treatments like laser hair removal. As individuals age, particularly during and after menopause, fluctuations in hormones such as estrogen and testosterone can cause hair follicles to become less active. This decreased follicle activity can result in a reduction in the rate of hair regrowth.

Laser hair removal targets the pigment in hair follicles to destroy them, and if the follicles become less responsive due to hormonal changes, the effectiveness of the treatment may be enhanced, leading to longer intervals between hair regrowth. Understanding this hormonal influence is crucial for practitioners to set realistic expectations for older clients and to tailor their hair removal strategies appropriately. It also highlights the importance of considering each client's unique hormonal profile when assessing hair removal outcomes.