Pre-Care Instructions
- SHAVE THE HAIR of the body part to be treated, within 24 hours.
- DO NOT WAX, PLUCK, OR USE DEPILATORIES DURING YOUR SERIES OF LASER HAIR REDUCTION.
- IN OFFICE SHAVING FEE $50.
- AVOID sun exposure for 1 to 2 weeks prior to treatment and use SPF 30 daily to ensure coverage against UVB and UVA rays.
- DO NOT use self-tanning products for 1 to 2 weeks prior to and/or post treatment.
- DISCONTINUE use of Tretinoin type products (Renova, Tretinoin, Retin A, Retin A Micro, Tri-Luma, Solage, etc.) or Hydroquinone at least 2 or 3 days prior to treatment.
- NOTIFY the office if you develop a cold sore, acne, or open lesions in the area being treated.
- HISTORY of cold sores? Begin prophylactic treatment with Valtrex or similar ONE day prior to your laser hair treatment.
Post-Care Instructions
- You may experience small red bumps around the hair follicle, swelling, mild discomfort similar to a sunburn.
- DO NOT pick, rub, or scratch treated area.
- Your skin overall may be sensitive for several days following your laser hair removal treatment.
- GENTLY cleanse the area.
- APPLY hydrocortisone cream several times a day for one week. If the area is open, also apply a layer of antibiotic ointment over the hydrocortisone cream.
- DO NOT sunbathe or use a tanning bed for at least 2 weeks following your treatment. If you need to be out in the sun, wear an SPF 30 minimum.
- AVOID swimming, hot tubs, and saunas for several days following your treatment.
- It can take several weeks for the hair in the treated area to “fall out” (push up and out of the follicle). This time frame is normal.