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.
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.
