Treatment Instructions

Laser Hair Removal Pre & Post Care Instructions

Laser hair removal works by targeting pigment in the hair follicle. Preparation and sun protection are important for comfort, safety, and long-term reduction.

Quick note

Mild redness or swelling around the follicles can happen and usually improves within 24 hours to a few days.

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Before laser hair removal

Shave the treatment area at least 24 hours before your appointment. Do not wax, tweeze, or pluck during your series.
Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanning products for 2 to 4 weeks before treatment.
Arrive with clean skin free of makeup, lotion, moisturizer, deodorant, oils, or fragrance on the treatment area.
Avoid strenuous activity for at least 2 hours before your appointment.
Tell us about new medications, especially anything that may increase photosensitivity.

During your appointment

Protective laser eyewear is required throughout treatment.
Your provider will assess the skin, treatment area, hair density, and comfort level before choosing settings.
A small test spot may be performed when appropriate.
You may feel a quick snapping or warming sensation. Tell us if the sensation feels too intense.

After laser hair removal

Use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily for at least 7 days.
Avoid direct sun, tanning beds, hot tubs, saunas, hot showers, intense workouts, and tight clothing on the same day.
Use a cold compress, aloe, over-the-counter hydrocortisone, or an oral antihistamine if recommended for redness or irritation.
Do not pick at shedding hairs. Gentle exfoliation about one week after treatment can help the natural shedding process.

Treatment progress

Hair can shed gradually over 1 to 3 weeks after treatment.
Most patients need a consistent series for best reduction because hair grows in cycles.
Stay on your recommended schedule so each session can target active follicles.

Before You Leave

Need help with these instructions?

These instructions are a starting point. If your provider gave you different guidance, follow that plan. You can also review how Laser Hair Removal fits into the Corinne Aesthetics approach before your visit.

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