Laser Hair Removal Aftercare Manual

LASER HAIR REMOVAL AFTERCARE MANUAL

What To Do Before and After Treatment

PRE LASER HAIR REMOVAL AFTERCARE GUIDANCE

To get rid of your hair permanently after a laser hair removal treatment, it’s crucial to follow our laser hair removal aftercare guide. We give expert advice on what to do before and after treatment to ensure the success of your treatment.

1. Prior to treatment, the area must be shaved 24 hours prior to your appointment. The closer the shave the better. If it is your first time, leave a small patch of hair so that your specialist can examine it. Your Laser Artist will shave it down before beginning the treatment. For bikini services, don’t shave the part where you want to keep the hair.
2. No makeup, lotion, or deodorant in the treatment area on the day of your appointment.
3. Stay out of direct sunlight for at least 3 days prior to your appointment (& 3 days after).
4. Do not use self-tanner or spray tan products for at least 2 weeks before your treatment to avoid potential injury.
5. Avoid drinking more than 2 alcoholic beverages 24 hours before your treatment.
6. Avoid waxing/threading/tweezing in the area for at least 4 weeks. Shaving is ok!

IMPORTANT NOTES TO CONSIDER:

• • • Laser services cannot be performed on ladies who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive.
    • Bikini laser services will not be performed on menstruating clients.

POST LASER HAIR REMOVAL AFTERCARE GUIDANCE

1. Redness & Bumps are normal – Immediately after your treatment, redness & bumps at the treatment area are common; these may last up to 2 hours or longer. It is normal for the treated area to feel like a sunburn for a few hours. You should use a cold compress if the sensitivity continues. If there is any crusting, apply an antibiotic cream. Darker-pigmented skin may have more discomfort than lighter skin & may persist longer.
2. Cleanse the area treated gently – The treated area may be washed gently with mild soap. The skin should be patted dry & not rubbed during the first 48 hours.
3. No makeup, lotion, moisturizer, or deodorant for the first 24 hours – Keep the treated area clean & dry, if further redness or irritation persists, skip your makeup & moisturizer, and deodorant (for underarms) until the irritation has subsided.
4. Dead hairs will begin to shed 5-30 days after your treatment. Stubble, representing dead hair being shed from the hair follicle, will appear within 5-30 days from the treatment date. that is normal & they will fall out quickly.
5. Exfoliate to speed up the hair shedding – Anywhere from 5-30 days after the treatment, shedding of the hair may occur & this may appear as new hair growth. It is not new hair growth, but dead hair pushing its way out of the follicle. You can help the hair come out by washing it with a washcloth and shaving.
6. Avoid the sun. Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of dark or light spots for 2 months. Use sunscreen (SPF 25 or higher) at all times throughout the treatment period & for 1-2 months following.
7. Do not pick, scratch, wax, thread, or tweeze the area. Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin. Don’t use any other hair removal methods or products, other than shaving, on the treated area during the course of your laser treatments, as it will prevent you from achieving the best results.
8. Hair growth varies. On average, most will experience a level of hairless happiness after 6-9 sessions which will result in not even checking for stubble (yes, it’s life-changing!).

Our laser hair removal aftercare is a tried and tested strategy passed down to all our clients who have come for laser hair removal at Thrive Aesthetics. We guarantee you the best results if you follow to the letter!