Laser hair removal treatments introduce focused energy from intense pulsed light or laser light to the pigment of hair follicles thus causing damage preventing or reducing re-growth. Although the procedure is tested, FDA approved, safe and effective there are possible side effects and risks post treatment. Let’s talk about what to expect after a laser hair removal appointment.
Most experience no adverse effects after the laser hair removal procedure. However, you may have some sensitivity and there are best practices to ensure the most effective results.
So, here are some skin care tips that you must follow after laser hair removal near me.
After a session of laser hair removal (especially on sensitive areas) it is normal to feel a sensation of warmth in the area, slightly similar to that of very mild sunburn. The skin may also appear red in color and the area around the follicle itself may become raised, these normal side effects usually disappear 24-48hrs after each session. You will notice that these side effects are more obvious after the first few sessions when hair in the area is thick and coarse. Over the course of your treatments hair will begin to thin out and become finer which will cause these side effects to become less noticeable after each session of laser.
What to do between 24-48 hours after the session?
Wear loose cotton clothing
Avoid touching the skin in the treatment area
100% Aloe Vera ONLY to your treatment area
Avoid the gym, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, swimming pool
When showering/bathing keep water tepid/lukewarm
Avoid doing all forms of physical exercise
Apply mineral makeup only after all facial laser hair removal treatments
Apply SPF50+ to all treatment areas that are exposed to UV light, cover areas where possible.
What to do in weeks between the ongoing sessions?
Exfoliate the skin in the treatment area 4-5 days after treatment. Dead or dry skin can sometimes cause slight redness after treatment so keeping your skin in tip top condition when having laser will get the best results.
When hair begins to regrow in between sessions, shaving and using hair removal creams are the only forms of hair removal that are allowed during your course of treatments.
Avoid exposing your treatment area to sun or sun-beds throughout your course of treatment.
Apply SFP 50+ sunscreen at all times if your treatment areas are exposed to UV light.
Stop applying fake tan to your treatment areas 7 days before your next session.
Return for your next session within the time frame recommended by your laser therapist.
So, these are some of post care hair removal in Burbank laser centre that you must keep in mind. Trust me, applying all these tricks you will be able to enjoy the laser hair removal treatment without facing any kind of issues with your skin.
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