Laser Cosmetology (Hair Removal)
PRE AND POST TREATMENT CARE
Pre-treatment:
- 3 weeks prior to treatment: Discontinue waxing, tweezing, threading, depilatories and electrolysis.
- 14 days prior to treatment: No sun activities.
- No acid chemical peel, no micro-needling treatment if laser hair removal on face area.
- 3 hours prior to treatment: No sauna and steam bath
Post-treatment:
- The treatment area is very delicate and should be treated gently. It is common to experience immediate swelling and redness at the treatment site.
- Avoid direct sun exposure to treated areas for at least one week after the treatment and all signs of redness and irritation has subsided.
- Always wear a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or greater that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Completely cover any areas that have a crust present.
- Avoid any trauma to treatment area such as scratching, picking or rubbing.
- Avoid pools, hot tubs, jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms for 3 days.
- Avoid any deep exfoliation treatments or creams containing a chemical exfoliator for two weeks pre and post treatment, such as microdermabrasion, retin-A, or glycolic Acid or any other acid peels.
- Do not apply any body cream contain salicylic acid and perfume.
- You may apply cold compresses or ice packs to the treated site to ease discomfort.
- You may apply cold compresses or ice packs to the treated site to ease discomfort.
- If you experience any discomfort at the treatment site, you may take a non-aspirin pain reliever. Please note: During the next three weeks you may notice hair stubble and hair shedding. You may rub a face cloth gently across the skin to speed up the shedding process.
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Whether you are interested in a particular treatment or looking for a more comprehensive program, just give us a call or drop by. We will tend to your every skin needs.
Whether you are interested in a particular treatment or looking for a more comprehensive program, just give us a call or drop by. We will tend to your every skin needs.
