Laser Hair Removal Post Care Instructions

• Avoid sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) SPF 30+ sunscreen

• Redness and perifollicular edema (similar to a bumpy rash) are common following the treatment and resolve with time

  • If needed, apply 1% hydrocortisone cream to the treated area every 8 hours for the first 48 hours after treatment. 

• Avoid heat – hot showers or baths, hot tubs, saunas, etc. – for 1 to 2 days

• Avoid skin irritants a few days before and after treatment

• Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc. should be avoided

• No waxing, plucking or tweezing body hair during the entire course of the treatment

  • For facial hair, waxing, plucking, or tweezing may be done for 1 week after the treatment, but not before

• Hair removal requires a series of treatments. The number of treatments depends on body location and type of hair. Our FDA-approved laser typically results in 65-85% permanent hair reduction.

• Some areas, such as facial hair, may require more treatments and more maintenance

• Please call or text us with any concerns (excessive itchiness/redness/swelling, scabbing, etc.) at (310) 850 - 5441

• Notify us of any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment, including pregnancy or significant sun exposure