Tips For Preparing For a Laser Hair Removal Appointment
By Shannon A. Wolfgang | Published on January 18, 2011 | 0 Comments
Choosing to move forward with laser hair removal is an exciting decision. Finally, you can get rid of your razors and the annoying stubble that seems to return before the end of the day. At A Hair Never There, Shannon A. Wolfgang and the rest of the experienced staff are always eager to help set up appointments for new laser hair removal clients in Westminster, CO and to help them get ready for their upcoming sessions.
In the days leading up to your laser hair removal procedure, Wolfgang explains that there are, in fact, a number of thing you can do to prepare and help optimize your results. These include precautions such as:
- Avoiding tanning, including tanning beds and sunless tanning products, for at least two weeks prior to your laser treatment appointment.
- Refraining from tweezing, waxing, or using hair removal creams for two weeks before your session. Instead, a razor can be used to trim down hair between treatments.
- Discontinuing your use of any hair bleaching creams one week prior to treatment.
On the day of your appointment, one or two days’ worth of hair growth is optimal, though the laser hair removal treatment can even be performed if the area to be treated has just been shaved. The most important thing, Wolfgang says, is to be diligent about staying out of the sun. Sun exposure will increase the melanin in your skin, which makes it harder for the laser to differentiate between your skin and your hair. In some scenarios, this could cause the laser to burn your skin or to miss some strands of hair.
As with any cosmetic or medical treatment, you should communicate with your specialist about any medications you are currently taking or medical conditions that you have been diagnosed with, as this could result in a delayed treatment or rule you out as a candidate entirely. Since this is an elective procedure, it is crucial that you leave your appointment just as healthy as when you arrived. Some key things to relay to your specialist include:
- If you have used Accutane within the past six months.
- If you are pregnant.
- If you have a tattoo on the area to be treated.
- If you have active herpes lesions.
- If you suffer from autoimmune diseases..
- If you have or have had skin cancer.
- If you have epilepsy.
Most patients are able to move forward with their desire to have their unwanted hair removed, but it is always in your best interest to be honest. In some instances, Wolfgang explains, a test spot may need to be performed for individuals who have been taking oral or topical acne medications, as those can cause sun sensitivity.
At A Hair Never There, all of the available treatments are performed only by physician-supervised, certified laser specialists who have experience working in the medical profession and who are well-versed on the limitations of laser hair removal and who can and cannot receive treatments. Any questions that are asked of you or concerns expressed regarding your upcoming treatment are always with your best interest in mind.
If you have been growing increasingly annoyed with having to shave every day or setting up painful and expensive waxing treatments, then you should consult with one of the specialists at A Hair Never There or at a facility near you. As long as you’re deemed an acceptable candidate, you can be well on your way toward ridding yourself of unwanted hair for good.
*Disclaimer: The information on this website is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.