- Post-treatment Precautions for Laser Hair Removal
- To prevent folliculitis in the treatment area, we recommend applying a folliculitis prevention ointment twice a day, morning and evening, for 2-3 days. This ointment contains a small amount of steroids that can prevent folliculitis from developing in the first place.
- You won’t see immediate results after laser hair removal. Laser hair removal works on the principle that the heat from the laser destroys the cells that produce hair, preventing the growth of new hair. This is different from waxing.
- Your skin may be temporarily dry after the procedure, so we recommend that you moisturize your skin thoroughly.
- After the procedure, you may experience temporary hives due to skin irritation, which should resolve over time. During this time, keep the area cool and moisturized. If this symptom recurs, please contact your clinic.
- We recommend that you start shaving the treated area 3-4 days after the procedure. Please note that shaving the day after the procedure can cause skin damage.
- After the procedure, redness, burning, and pain may last for 1 to 3 days. It may be helpful to use an ice pack to cool the area that day.
- Avoid scrubbing the treated area vigorously, avoid sun exposure during the summer months, and apply an ample amount of sunscreen when going outside.
- Avoid plucking, waxing, tanning, etc. during your treatment. These activities can reduce the effectiveness of laser hair removal and, in the case of tanning, increase the risk of laser burns.
- If you have long hair during the procedure, there is a risk of burns, so please shave thoroughly one day before your appointment.
- Be careful not to go too long between laser hair removal treatments. Having treatments every three to four weeks will help maintain the effectiveness of your hair removal.
