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How to prepare for a laser hair removal treatment?

Laser hair removal is the most effective treatment to get rid of unwanted hair; it is a procedure that can only take a few minutes to have done, However, you will need multiple sessions over time to see a full result. 

A laser hair removal treatment can only be performed by a professional; this person will be in charge to explain to you the activities and recommendations that you should follow prior to your treatment as well as the aftercare. It should be able to treat any possible side effect that you may encounter as pigmentation or burnings. 

The way you treat your skin before and after your treatment can influence your final result. Hence here we will explain how to get a laser hair removal treatment:

  • Avoid sun exposure before and after your treatment: You must apply sunscreen at all times, SPF 30 or 50. 
  • Avoid any topical product that can modify your skin color: Avoid whitening or self-tanning products when you are planning to have your treatment done.How to prepare for a laser hair removal treatment?
  • You Avoid waxing: Avoid using tweezers and wax to remove your hair; by doing this, you will also remove your hair follicle, causing an ineffective response to the laser. The only hair removal method recommended before your laser treatment is shaving.

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About the Author: Dr. Angelica Parra is a Licensed Medical Doctor from Venezuela and is currently taking a Master’s degree in Dermatology.  She specialized in Aesthetic Medicine and completed Advanced Training in Non-surgical Facial Rejuvenation in Miami, Florida. She has specialized in applying Botox, dermal fillers, skin tightening treatments, and since then, she has worked on cruise ships as an Aesthetic Doctor.

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