Laser hair removal procedures use focused heat energy to zap at hair follicles, so you’ll want to keep your skin protected to avoid any damage.
To prepare for laser hair removal in Oakdale, we recommend you:
- Limit your sun exposure before the treatment
- Apply a sunscreen of SPF 30–50 every time you go out
- Stop waxing or plucking your hair for 4 weeks before the treatment
- Avoid sensitizing products for at least 1 week prior
- Arrive at your appointment with the treatment area shaved
- No direct sun exposure 3 weeks before 3 weeks after
- No self tanner or tanning beds 2 weeks prior
- No metal implants in area / No Pacemaker
- No waxing 4 weeks prior
- Not pregnant or breastfeeding
- No antibiotic use 2 weeks prior
- No Accutane in the last 6 months