For the best results and most comfortable treatment, it is important to follow your practitioner’s advice. This way you can get ready for your laser treatment in the best way possible.
Your practitioner will advise you to:
Avoid any tanning. Suntan, fake tan and sunbeds are equally dangerous. If your skin is tanned, the laser can burn the surface. If all traces of your fake tan are not removed this also can put you at risk.
Leave at least 4 weeks before getting your laser treatment if your skin is tanned.
Make sure you’re not on antibiotics.
Avoid waxing or plucking before laser hair removal. As these options change the hair growth cycle, the laser will not be able to catch the hair follicles on the right stage and it will not be able to reduce the hair.
Do not bleach your hair. The darker the hair follicles, it is easier for the laser to see them
Clean the treatment area before your session. Don’t use any cosmetic creams before your session. You can ask for sanitary towels from your practitioner at the beginning of your session to clean the area as well.
Make sure that you have between 4-6 weeks full hair growth before your first session.
Shave 12-24 hours before your laser appointment.
Choose a non-perfumed shaving/ cleansing product for your bikini area. Otherwise, it might cause irritation.
Use a pH-balanced feminine cleanser wash afterward to make sure all the shaving foam has been removed.
Gently exfoliate your bikini area 3-4 days before your session. Don’t leave it to the last day or after you shaved. Otherwise, it might irritate your skin.
Make sure all the excess hair from the labia and perianal area has been removed.
Wear loose clothes for your treatment. Make sure your underwear is not too tight.
Avoid caffeine. It can increase your sensitivity.
If you have a low pain threshold, you can take a mild pain reliever before your session.
Some of our clients find chewing gum during treatment helpful.
Try to schedule the treatment the week before or the week after your period
Most importantly, relax, you’re in safe hands.
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