What You Need To Know Before and After Your Laser Hair Removal Treatment

What You Need To Know Before and After Your Laser Hair Removal Treatment

Pre Treatment

  • Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your appointment, except for women receiving facial laser treatments.

  • Arrive with clean skin free of deodorant, lotion, oils, makeup, or skincare products on the treatment area.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily on treated areas exposed to the sun.

  • Do not wax, tweeze, thread, bleach, or use depilatory creams for at least 3 weeks before treatment.

  • Shaving is the only approved method of hair removal during your treatment series.

  • If you are taking antibiotics or photosensitizing medications, please inform us before your appointment, as some medications may not be compatible with laser treatments.

  • Accutane use within the past 6 months may be a contraindication for treatment. Please notify us before booking or attending your appointment.

  • Avoid retinoids, Retin-A, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and other exfoliating products on the treatment area for at least 5 days before treatment.

  • Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, waxing, laser resurfacing, or other aggressive skin treatments for at least 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Avoid Botox, fillers, or other injectable treatments in the treatment area for at least 2 weeks prior to treatment.

  • New diagnosis, pregnancy, or medications? Please let us know before your appointment, as some medical conditions and medications may not be compatible with laser treatments.

Post Treatment

  • Do not rub, scratch, or pick at the treated area. Allow any crusting or scabbing to heal naturally.

  • Apply Aloe Vera or a gentle moisturizer as needed to soothe the skin.

  • If swelling occurs, apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth for short intervals.

  • Avoid shaving if irritation, swelling, or scabbing is present.

  • Hydrocortisone 1% cream or antibiotic cream may be used for 2–3 days if needed for temporary irritation.

  • Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, and intense workouts for 24–48 hours after treatment.

  • Avoid deodorants on treated underarms for 24 hours after treatment.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for 7–10 days following treatment.

  • Wear SPF 30+ daily on treated areas exposed to the sun.

  • Do not wax, tweeze, thread, or use depilatory creams between treatments. Shaving is allowed.

  • Avoid bleaching agents, chemical peels, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and other irritating skincare products until the skin has fully healed.

  • Gentle exfoliation may begin after 2–4 weeks to help treated hairs shed naturally.

  • Temporary itching, hyperpigmentation, or hypopigmentation may occur after treatment. In rare cases, laser treatment may stimulate additional hair growth.

  • Please contact us if you experience blistering, prolonged swelling, signs of infection, or any unexpected skin reaction.

FAQ

Can I shave between sessions?

Yes. Shaving is allowed and recommended between treatments.

Can I work out after treatment?

Avoid intense workouts, saunas, and excessive heat for 24–48 hours after treatment.

How long should I avoid sun exposure?

Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks before and at least 1 week after treatment.

FAQ

Can I shave between sessions?

Yes. Shaving is allowed and recommended between treatments.

Can I work out after treatment?

Avoid intense workouts, saunas, and excessive heat for 24–48 hours after treatment.

How long should I avoid sun?

Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks before and at least 1 week after treatment.

FAQ

Can I shave between sessions?

Yes. Shaving is allowed and recommended between treatments.

Can I work out after treatment?

Avoid intense workouts, saunas, and excessive heat for 24–48 hours after treatment.

How long should I avoid sun exposure?

Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks before and at least 1 week after treatment.

What You Need To Know Before and After Your Laser Facial Treatment

What You Need To Know Before and After Your Laser Facial Treatment

Pre Treatment

  • Arrive with clean skin free of makeup, lotion, oils, deodorant, or skincare products in the treatment area.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily when outdoors.

  • Discontinue antibiotics or other photosensitizing medications at least 2 weeks before treatment (unless approved by your provider).

  • Stop using Retin-A, Accutane, tretinoin, retinoids, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and strong exfoliating products on the treatment area for at least 5 days before treatment.

  • Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, waxing, laser treatments, or resurfacing procedures for 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Avoid Botox, fillers, or other facial injections for 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Arrive with clean skin free of makeup, lotion, oils, deodorant, or skincare products in the treatment area.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily when outdoors.

  • Discontinue antibiotics or other photosensitizing medications at least 2 weeks before treatment (unless approved by your provider).

  • Stop using Retin-A, Accutane, tretinoin, retinoids, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and strong exfoliating products on the treatment area for at least 5 days before treatment.

  • Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, waxing, laser treatments, or resurfacing procedures for 2 weeks before treatment.

  • Avoid Botox, fillers, or other facial injections for 2 weeks before treatment.

Post Treatment

  • Avoid touching, scratching, or rubbing the treated area.

  • Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, and strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.

  • Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, or harsh active ingredients for at least 5 days.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for 7–10 days.

  • Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen daily and reapply when outdoors.

  • Keep skin hydrated using gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers and avoid irritating skincare products until sensitivity resolves.

  • Avoid touching, scratching, or rubbing the treated area.

  • Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, and strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.

  • Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, or harsh active ingredients for at least 5 days.

  • Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for 7–10 days.

  • Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen daily and reapply when outdoors.

  • Keep skin hydrated using gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers and avoid irritating skincare products until sensitivity resolves.

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

What does Laser Facial help with?

Laser Facial helps improve skin tone and texture, reduce redness, minimize the appearance of pores, soften fine lines, and support collagen production. It is commonly used for rosacea-related redness, uneven texture, dull skin, and overall skin rejuvenation.

Is it painful and is there downtime?

Laser Facial is gentle and comfortable. Most clients describe it as a warm sensation on the skin with no significant discomfort. There is little to no downtime, though mild redness or warmth may occur and usually fades within a few hours.

How many treatments will I need?

Many clients notice healthier, more radiant skin after one treatment, but best results are typically seen with a series of treatments depending on your concerns and goals. A customized treatment plan will be recommended during your consultation.

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