Pre & Post Treatment Care for Laser
Before Laser Treatment
- Once Laser treatments have begun all other methods of temporary hair removal on the area should be discontinued (tweezing, threading and waxing). Only shaving and trimming should be done on the treated area.
- Exfoliate and shave the area the day before.
- Drinks an ample amount of water in the week prior to appointment.
- Decrease caffeine intake day prior to and the day of treatment. Caffeine can decrease your body’s natural pain tolerance.
- No deodorants, creams or body lotions should be used on the areas the day of.
- Remove excess makeup from treatment area prior to appointment.
- Do not wear dark clothing near the are to be treated.
- Prior to and once laser treatments have begun sun exposure on the area should be minimized. The treatment area shall not be tanned or your appointment will be canceled.
- If needed; apply topical numbing cream to area. See your technician for details.
- Please reschedule appointment if you have a cold, stomach bug or are otherwise sick. Reschedule if cold sore is present and having facial work.
After Laser Treatment
- After the treatment your skin may be irritated, red and sensitive.
- Avoid exposure to sun, heat or friction to the area for 48 hours.
- Avoid touching treated area for 48 hours.
- Avoid creams, lotions, deodorant and makeup that may clog pores for 48 hours.
- Only medicated makeup provided by your technician should be applied to treatment area if necessary. Please inquire about purchasing medicated makeup.
- Aloe gel help in the healing process and sooth inflamed skin. Please inquire about purchasing
- If treated underarms, do not use deodorant for 48 hours. Use Sea Breeze or Witch Hazel instead.
