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Aftercare Instructions
Please read the following carefully! This information will help you know what to expect and how to care for the treated areas.
What to Expect
- The treated area may swell somewhat for a day or so. Swelling results from heat, not infection, and is therefore normal and expected.
- Crust may form in some spots (in hair or skin spot removal). Again, this does not mean infection and does not mean the area will scar. DO NOT pick at crusting!
- In hair removal you may notice dead hair surfacing for 2-3 weeks after treatment. Although this may appear to be new growth, it is not. This process is called “purging,” and will take time to complete. You should wipe away these hairs with a damp cloth or exfoliate with a loofah once the sensitivity of treated area resolves.
- For optimal results multiple treatments are necessary. Follow up treatments will vary between 4-8+ weeks depending on body area.
Care of the Treated Area
- If the area becomes dry or itchy, you should apply a thin coat of fragrance-free moisturizer (Lubriderm, Eucerine or Curel) to the treated area once or twice a day for 7 days. If itching persists, apply an over the counter hydrocortisone cream.
- Pat dry after showering, but do not pick or treated area
- Tylenol, aspirin or ibuprofen may be taken if you have any discomfort
- Apply a cool compress to relieve swelling or warm sensations for 1-2 hours after treatment
- If you experience intense itching 2-4 days after treatment, application of ice, Gold Bold Cream®, or hydrocortisone cream (i.e. Cortaid Intensive) will help
Precautions
- Do not scratch or pick the area. Scratching or picking the area will have the same result as picking any scab or pimple, and the area could scar.
- Wear clothing or sun block (SPF 30) to protect the treated area from direct sun exposure. Be sure to reapply sun block throughout the day.
It is imperative to the success of future treatments and skin health to
protect the skin from sun exposure while undergoing laser hair removal
treatments.
If you have any further questions or concerns. Please contact us immediately.
