Pre & Post Care Laser Treatments

Before your appointment

• Disclose any medical conditions, medications, or recent sun exposure during the consultation.
• Schedule a consultation with a qualified laser specialist to assess your skin type, discuss treatment goals, and address any concerns. A one-time E-transfer booking fee of $25.00 is required for all new clients to secure an appointment.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least four to six weeks before the laser treatment.
• Shave the treatment area a day 24-48 hours before the laser session, following specific instructions provided by your laser specialist.
• Exfoliate 3-5 days prior to your session
• Discontinue the use of all topical products containing retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and glycolic acid at least one week prior to treatment.
• Do not apply any moisturizing creams, oils, lotions, deodorant, makeup, or sunscreen.
• Botox and Filler should be avoided 4 weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid Accutane 6 months prior to treatment.

After your appointment

• Avoid hot water, hot baths, hot showers, saunas, and other activities that may cause excessive heat on the treated area for a few days.
• Avoid the gym for at least 24-48 hours and work out a sweat as this can lead to skin irritation.
• Apply a cool compress to the treated area if you experience any redness or discomfort.
• Laser Treatments Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least two weeks after treatment.
• Avoid scrubbing, exfoliating, or using abrasive skin care products on the treated area until advised otherwise.
• Refrain from using products containing retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and glycolic acid for a specified period post-treatment, as advised by your laser specialist.
• Do NOT pluck or wax once the hairs have grown back. Shaving is only allowed before and after your treatments.
• Follicular edema (hair follicle swelling) or erythema (redness of the skin) is completely normal after Laser Hair removal and will subside within 5-15 minutes post treatment.
• Clients being treated with the following lasers: IPL, YAG, Fractional, Skin Tightening, and Tattoo removal may experience redness and swelling post treatment. This usually resolves anywhere between ½ hr to 24 hours. The client may experience tightening to the skin, this is completely normal as collagen and elastin is being stimulated. Use a gentle, hydrating moisturizer to soothe the skin and aid in the healing process.
• A cooling gel, such as Humantrix will be applied after treatment to cool and calm the skin.
• Strictly adhere to sun protection measures by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 in the weeks following the laser treatment.
• Schedule and attend any recommended follow-up appointments with your laser specialist to monitor progress and address any concerns.