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How should I prepare my skin for laser hair removal?
Laser hair removal does not require any special skin preparations, although you should always ensure your skin is clean. Laser hair removal is
most effective on pale skin so we recommend avoiding sunbathing, sun beds and fake tanning if possible.
How should I prepare the hairs for laser hair removal?
The best results are on hairs which are only 1-3 mm long, we recommend trimming the hairs before treatment. Alternatively, you can shave
before treatment as long as during treatment the hair is visible enough for the laser to be aimed at the root.
How will my skin appear after the treatment?
Generally no perceptible changes will be apparent. A slight redness after treatment may occur but will normally fade over 24 hours. Any
localised redness after treatment is caused by the destruction of the hair follicles and is quite normal. However, if any redness remains after
24 hours this would indicate you have selected too high a power level for your skin type. Please refer to the “Patch Test” section. Also note,
any longer lasting redness will also disappear.
After Laser Hair Removal is there anything to avoid?
Sun exposure or deep tanning should be avoided for at least a week. If the skin is exposed use a sunscreen. Also avoid using abrasive cleansers
or skin peeling treatments. Avoid swimming in chlorinated water or using a hot tub for 48 hours. The chlorine in the water can result in
itchiness.
Is there any aftercare routine I should follow?
If you wish, you can apply an unperfumed soothing lotion, an ice pack or wet towel to cool the treated area. Take care to keep the treated
area particularly clean for 3 days. Ideally, use an anti-bacterial soap twice daily. When treating the underarms, avoid using antiperspirant
deodorant for 2–3 days.
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