Appointment Care Instructions
Laser Hair Removal
PLEASE READ BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Appointment Information
We are so excited you're here! You have taken the step to boost your confidence and remove any unwanted hair. But more importantly we are honored that you choose us to give that to you. Our process is a team effort so please be sure to follow each step closely. There is a lot of important information here on this page, so be sure to bookmark it to reference back to in the future. If you have any questions at all please contact us!
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Pre Care Appointment Instructions
To get the best results and avoid complications, please follow these guidelines before your appointment:
Avoid sun exposure for 2–4 weeks before treatment. No tanning beds or self-tanners.
Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your appointment. (Do not wax, tweeze, or use depilatory creams.) Failure to shave will result in reschedule and no show fee.
Discontinue retinol, AHAs/BHAs, or other exfoliants in the treatment area at least 3–5 days prior.
No antibiotics or photosensitive medications for at least 7 days before (check with your provider if unsure).
Arrive with clean skin, no makeup, lotions, deodorant, or oils on the area being treated.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE TREATMENT:
You'll feel a series of quick snaps or zaps, similar to a rubber band lightly snapping against the skin.
The laser targets the pigment in your hair follicles, which may cause a mild warm or tingling sensation.
Treatment time varies based on the area(s) (5–45 minutes).
Redness and mild swelling around each follicle is normal, it means the laser is working!
Appointment After Care Instructions
TREAT YOUR SKIN WITH CARE AFTER EACH SESSION:
Apply cool compresses or aloe vera gel to soothe the area if needed.
Avoid sun exposure and always apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ on treated areas.
Skip saunas, hot tubs, intense workouts, or anything that causes excessive sweating for 24–48 hours.
Use gentle cleansers and fragrance-free moisturizers on the area.
Do not wax, pluck, or thread treated areas between sessions.
Shaving is fine and encouraged between treatments if needed.
Avoid clothes that cause friction or rubbing, especially leggings to avoid irritation.
Everyone’s skin responds a little differently, but here’s a general timeline
IMMEDIATELY AFTER:
You may have slight redness or follicular swelling (similar to goosebumps).
Skin may feel warm, like a mild sunburn, for a few hours.
1-3 DAYS AFTER:
Redness typically fades.
Avoid any irritating skin products and minimize heat (hot showers, saunas, workouts)
Three days after your appointment, gentle exfoliation is encouraged. Since the hair follicle is what’s targeted during removal, gentle exfoliation helps release hairs from the skin. You may notice hairs shedding during this process, this is normal and actually helps support effective removal. You are welcome to gently exfoliate 1-3 times per week after every appointment to help with results.
7-21 DAYS AFTER:
You’ll notice “shedding” of hair. This is not regrowth — it's treated hair being pushed out.
Do not pull or pluck hair; let it fall out naturally.
LONG TERM:
Most clients need at least a series of 6–8 treatments, spaced 4–8 weeks apart.
Hair regrowth becomes finer, slower, and less dense with each session.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Laser hair removal works best on dark, coarse hair and lighter skin tones, but the Revlite is safer for a wider range of skin types than many traditional lasers.
Blonde, white, grey, or red hairs may not respond to laser treatment. In some cases this can reactivate dormant hair follicles and induce new hair growth.
Hormonal areas (like chin, jawline, or bikini) may need more sessions for long-term results.
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