How do I prepare myself for treatment?
The laser targets the pigment in the hair and skin and thus it is important that you do not have a suntan - whether natural or artificial.
- If you have a tan you should wait at least 4 weeks after your last UV exposure until there is no activity in the pigment producing cells.
- If you are plucking, waxing or threading, you should stop 4 weeks prior to treatment and change to shaving or cutting the hair.
- The treatment area needs to be shaved the day before treatment.
- You should avoid perfumes, deodorants or any potential irritants in the treatment area before and after treatment.
- You should avoid alcohol, aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories such as Brufen for 48 hours before treatment; This will reduce the risk of a skin reaction.
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