Laser Hair Removal Pre- and Post- Care Instructions

LASER HAIR REMOVAL PRE-CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Avoid direct sun exposure for four to six weeks prior to treatment.
Do not apply self-tanners or spray tans for four weeks prior to treatment.
Do not wax, tweeze, or use depilatory creams on the treatment area for four weeks prior to treatment.
If the skin is irritated from the use of exfoliants like Tretinoin, discontinue use one week prior to treatment.
If you have a history of fever blisters, notify Dr. Hooper or Dr. Jackson. We may write you a prescription for prophylactic antiviral therapy to start on the day of treatment to prevent a flare-up.
You must notify the technician if you have had any cosmetic tattooing on or near the area to be treated.
Photosensitizing medications including doxycycline and tetracycline should be discontinued three days prior to treatment.

Generally, a “sunburned” feeling on treatment area is experienced for up to 24 hours.
Hair may seem like it is growing but it is actually just shedding from the skin.
In extreme cases, blistering, burns, or bleeding may occur. Please call your physician if this occurs.
Maintain STRICT adherence to sun protection/sunscreen. Direct sunlight should be avoided for four weeks post-treatment to avoid pigmentation changes.
Resume a regular skin regimen once the treatment area is back to “normal.”