What should I avoid before my laser hair removal session?

Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, self-tanners, and spray tans for 2 weeks before treatment. Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.

How should I groom before laser hair removal?

Shave the treatment area 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not wax, tweeze, or use depilatory creams in the weeks leading up to your visit.

What skincare products should I avoid before treatment?

Discontinue retinoids, exfoliants, and products with AHAs or BHAs at least 3–5 days before treatment, or longer if irritation is present.

Can I be treated if I’m on antibiotics or have a rash?

Laser cannot be performed over sunburn, rashes, or active skin infections. Notify us if you're taking antibiotics, as they may increase photosensitivity.

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Pre Care

Laser Hair Removal

Before your laser hair removal appointment, please review the timeline below. Following these steps protects your skin, reduces the risk of pigmentary changes, and supports the best possible result.

If you have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex) in or near the treatment area, please let us know in advance. We may recommend prophylactic treatment prior to your session to prevent an outbreak.

PRE-CARE POLICIES

Before Appointment

Avoid extended sun exposure — including beach trips, outdoor sports, travel to sunny locations, and sunbathing — in the weeks leading up to your appointment. Do not use tanning beds, self-tanners, or spray tans. For any incidental sun exposure, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.

Use only gentle cleansers and keep your skin well-moisturized in the two weeks before your appointment. Avoid products that may cause irritation or sensitivity, such as retinoids, acids, or exfoliants in the treatment area.

If you have been prescribed Accutane (isotretinoin) within the past 6 months, please notify us, as this may delay your eligibility for treatment.

Inform us if you have any medical conditions or are taking medications that could increase sun sensitivity, affect wound healing, or impact blood coagulation. Many medications can increase your skin’s sensitivity to light — common categories include sulfa antibiotics, tetracyclines (such as doxycycline and minocycline), erythromycin-class antibiotics, and thiazide diuretics. If you take any prescription or over-the-counter medication, please confirm with your prescribing provider that it is safe to proceed.

Before Appointment

Do not wax, tweeze, thread, or use depilatory creams in the treatment area between sessions, as this disrupts the hair follicle and prevents the laser from working effectively. Shaving is the only acceptable hair removal method during your treatment series.

If you are currently taking antibiotics, please call to reschedule your appointment.

24 Hours Before Appointment

Shave the treatment area within 24 hours of your appointment. The hair should be at the surface but not visible — no stubble. This allows the laser to target the follicle without burning surface hair.

Day Of Appointment

Arrive with the treatment area clean and free of lotions, deodorants, oils, or makeup.

Laser hair removal cannot be performed on tanned skin. If you arrive with a tan, your appointment will need to be rescheduled for safety. Laser hair removal also cannot be performed over tattooed areas.

Most clients require 6 or more treatments to achieve their desired results, with maintenance sessions occasionally needed afterward.

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After your treatment has fully settled, please reach out by phone (610-393-1253) or email and let us know if there is anything we can do to improve your results or experience.