Initially we recommend 4-8 weeks depending on your hair growth. This time will increase as your hair growth reduces. Its important to catch the hairs in the correct stage of growth for the treatment to be most effective and work as quickly as possible. Your therapist will recommend the best timeline for you!
Pre care advice is simple! Shaving should be your only method of hair removal once you sign up for your treatment. Waxing will counteract the effect of laser hair removal so its a big NO NO. Shave the area 8-12 hours before your treatment. No stubble to be present. No active products such as AHA’s, BHA’s and retinol for 48 hours before treatment. Wear loose clothes coming to your appointment.
Aftercare advice for laser hair removal 48 hours post treatment: No baths/showers/sauna/jacuzzi/heat treatments for 48 hours post treatment. No excessive sweating/work-outs/gyms. No deodorants/perfumes scented lotion. No Swimming in chlorinated water. No tight clothing on areas straight after treatment. (eg jeans, tights) No false tan 7 days post treatment No active products such as AHA’s, BHA’s and retinol for 48 hours after treatment.
Gentle exfoliation 2/3 times a week starting 7-10 days post treatment to prevent ingrowns
Moisturise Daily 7 days post treatment
In the long run laser hair removal will save you so much money on razors, waxing, hair removal creams etc. It may seem a little pricey upfront but when you break it down over the course of your treatment its a lot more affordable than you think! Check out our price list for costings of each area and be prepared to ditch the razor forever!
As with any treatment there can always be side effects, however laser is considered a very low risk treatment. Your therapist will explain all of the possible side effects to you during your consultation and carry out a patch test to determine the likelihood of any reactions occurring. Some itching and redness in the 48 hours post-treatment can be expected, but ask your therapist what is normal and what is not.