Laser Hair Removal Care Instructions

Pre Laser Hair Removal Instructions

• The area must be cleanly shaved within 24 hours prior to the treatment. Electric razors are not recommended as the hair is typically left too long.
• Factor 30/50 must be worn on the area daily or the area has to be sufficiently covered with clothing to prevent UV exposure (Invisible Zinc is great for sensitive skin).
• Do not tweeze, wax or pluck the area being treated between or prior to sessions. Only shave the area.
• The treatment area needs to be free from make-up, lotion, deodorant and sun cream- inform the practitioner before treatment starts if you require wipes.
• The area cannot be treated if it has been exposed to sun within 4 weeks prior to treatment.
• Fake tanning products CANNOT be used 3-4 weeks prior to treatment; the area should be thoroughly exfoliated to remove all residues.
• To reduce pain during treatment on small areas such as bikini and underarm, Emla 5% ( numbing cream) can be applied two hours before treatment to reduce discomfort. Copious amounts of the cream should be applied to the area. It MUST be covered with cling film or an adhesive non-stick dressing, this can all be purchased at a chemist.

Post Laser Hair Removal Instructions

• Factor 30/50 must be worn on the area daily or the area has to be sufficiently covered with thick enough clothing to prevent UV exposure.
• After the treatment, the area may be noticeably red (erythema) and may be swollen (edema) around each follicle. The area can be cooled again after the treatment to reduce the inflammation. This redness may last 2 hours up to several days after the treatment depending on the individual.
• The hair will shed after the treatment within 1-3 weeks.
• Do not tweeze, wax or pluck the area being treated between or prior to sessions. Only shave the area.
• Exfoliation can be done to help the hairs shed faster (please wait a minimum of 1 week after the treatment to do this).
• Hot showers and baths are not advisable for a minimum of 48 hours after the treatment. Only a cool shower should be taken.
• Deodorant must be avoided for 12 hours, it can then be used so long as the skin is not irritated.
• Exercise is not recommended for 48 hours after the treatment as this will reheat the area and may cause discomfort.
• Itching after treatments may occur, topical hydrocortisone or Benadryl can be applied to alleviate this, or an oral antihistamine can be taken (Claritin is better for day use to prevent drowsiness).
• If you change your medication you must inform the clinic more than 48 hours prior to treatment.
• Your Practitioner will advise you on the gaps between treatments as they can vary on the area of the body and depending on the results from the previous treatment. Typically the face will be every 4 weeks and the body every 6-8 weeks.

Please note if you have a tan at your appointment we have the right to refuse treatment and you may still be charged the cancellation fee of £50.

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