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 Laser Prepration beforeTreatment:

 

1. Avoid tanning and using sunless tanners for at least a month to prepare for laser hair removal. The skin should be as light as possible at the time of treatment. For this reason, many people choose to undergo laser treatment during winter.

 

Apply sunscreen with at least an SPF 15 if you do need to spend time outdoors, and the area you wish to have hair removed by laser will be exposed to UVA/UVB rays.

 

Refrain from plucking or waxing for at least 3-6 weeks prior to undergoing laser hair removal.

Shaving is fine, but these other hair removal techniques can reduce the effectiveness of the laser treatment.

 

Also, the hair should not be bleached.

 

3.Shave the area that will be treated, as instructed during the pretreatment consultation. This is usually a day or two before the appointment. The hair follicles should be visible, but it can be more painful if longer hair is present during the laser hair removal. ( Please note if technician has to shave the hair it will result in a $25.00 fee each visit)

 

Clean the skin at the treatment site and leave it free of cosmetics, lotions and creams. If you apply deodorant, it will be removed prior to treatment.

 

During the Appointment :

 

Wear clothing that will leave the treated area exposed or is loose fitting. The treated area may have a soothing topical cream applied that you don’t want to get on clothing. Tight or abrasive clothing will feel uncomfortable if the skin is sensitive after treatment.

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