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Laser Hair Reduction · Downtown Chicago

Pre-Laser Hair Reduction Care Instructions

Read This Before Your Appointment

Before your appointment you need to make sure you’ve read and understand everything on this list. Otherwise, there’s a chance we won’t be able to treat you, and no one wants that.

Read The Checklist See What To Avoid
6 WeeksNo waxing, tweezing or bleaching
2 WeeksNo sun, tanning or self-tanner
3 DaysPause topical prescriptions
Laser hair removal treatment in Chicago

Before You Arrive

How To Prepare Your Skin

Three things to take care of before you walk in, so the laser can reach the follicle and your skin stays comfortable afterward.

Hair Removal

Avoid Plucking And Waxing

These hair removal methods can disturb the hair follicle and interfere with laser hair removal. Shaving is okay, however, because it preserves the hair shaft and follicle.

On the day of your treatment, you will want to shave with a clean, new razor. By shaving, the lasers will be able to reach the follicles. Using a clean, new razor ensures that no bacteria that could cause contact dermatitis lingers after your laser treatment.

Please note: our office is not responsible for shaving areas.

Clean Skin

Remove Everything From The Area

Makeup, deodorant, lotion, sunscreen and literally everything else you might put on your skin must be removed from the area being treated before your appointment.

Forgot? We’ll have wipes on hand.

What To Wear

Wear Appropriate Clothing

Be sure to wear clothing that will leave the treated area exposed or is loose fitting. The treated area may have a soothing topical cream applied that you don’t want to get on clothing.

Tight or abrasive clothing will feel uncomfortable if your skin is sensitive after treatment.

Your Health & Safety

A Few More Things We Need To Know

Some medical conditions and medications are not compatible with laser treatments. Tell us about any of the following before your appointment.

  • Any Changes To Your Medical History

    New diagnosis? New pregnancy? New medications? We need to know. Please tell us, as some medical conditions and medications are not compatible with laser treatments. It may be necessary to reschedule your appointment, as your health and safety are always our top priority.

  • If You Get Cold Sores

    If you have a history of HSV-1 or HSV-2 and are treating those areas, we recommend you take an antiviral medication starting 24–48 hours before your treatment to prevent an outbreak and continuing for three to five days after. Contact your primary care provider if you need prescription medication.

  • If You Have Tattoos

    If you have any ink on or near the area being treated, we need to know. You’ll have to cover it up with a physical barrier, which we can help you with when you arrive.

Countdown To Treatment

Things To Avoid Before Your Laser Appointment

Follow these three dates, counting back from the day of your treatment.

  1. 6Weeks Before
    Your Treatment

    Stop Other Hair Removal

    Discontinue waxing, hair removal creams or chemicals, tweezing and electrolysis, as well as bleaching your hair.

  2. 2Weeks Before
    Your Treatment

    Stay Out Of The Sun

    Avoid incidental or direct sun, tanning beds, spray-tans, and self-tanners. If you are out and about, apply sunblock (with at least SPF 50!) and use barrier protection such as wide-brimmed hats, large sunglasses, and protective clothing.

    Recent sun exposure? Please call us to reschedule your appointment.

  3. 3Days Before
    Your Treatment

    Pause Topical Prescriptions

    Stop using any topical prescription products on areas being treated with the laser.

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Not Sure About Something?

Questions Before Your Appointment

If you’re unsure whether a medication, a recent tan or a tattoo affects your treatment, reach out before your visit and we’ll let you know.

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