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My Laser Instructions
Session Guide
Thank you for placing your trust in us. To ensure that the laser treatment yields the best possible results, there are a few simple guidelines to follow before and after each session. This page brings together all the important information and guides you through the entire treatment process.
Pre-Session Instructions
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Shave the area 24 to 48 hours beforehand
Shave 24 to 48 hours before your appointment. Do not shave on the day of your appointment or more than 48 hours before.
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Please arrive with clean skin, free of lotion or deodorant
Please arrive with clean skin; do not apply any products to the areas to be treated: no cream, oil, deodorant, perfume, or makeup.
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Protect the area from the sun for 4 weeks before the session
Use SPF 50 sunscreen on exposed areas.
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Report any photosensitizing medication
Do not come in if you are taking any photosensitizing medications without first informing the center (antibiotics, Roaccutane, retinoids, cortisone, etc.). If you have any doubts, please contact us before coming in. Non-exhaustive list of photosensitizing substances: https://www.sfdermato.org/media/pdf/mini-site/photosensibilisation-d2ed2a51999d95b11afaee6d99ef39f0.pdf
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Remember to stay well-hydrated
It is recommended that you drink enough water to ensure your skin is well-hydrated on the day of your appointment.
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Shave the area (30 days in advance)
Do not use wax, tweezers, thread, or an electric epilator within 4 weeks before the session. We recommend using a razor, trimmer, or Oneblade.
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Exposing yourself to the sun or using a self-tanner (4 weeks)
No exposure to natural sunlight or tanning beds within the 4 weeks prior. No self-tanning products or spray tans within the 10 days prior. A recent tan will result in the session being rescheduled.
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Apply cream or deodorant to the area
Do not apply any products to the skin to ensure that the laser beam penetrates the melanin in the hair effectively. Do not exfoliate within 3 days before the session.
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Attending with an active skin infection in that area
Coming in with an active skin infection in that area (herpes, eczema, etc.).
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Pause the protocol between sessions
Pause the treatment between sessions. It is very important to observe the recommended interval between sessions to ensure that the bulbs are effectively destroyed in accordance with the growth cycle.
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Taking a photosensitizing medication (10 days prior)
Certain medications make the skin more sensitive to light and heat (certain antibiotics, acne treatments, retinoids, corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory drugs, diuretics, etc.).
Non-exhaustive list of photosensitizing substances: https://www.sfdermato.org/media/pdf/mini-site/photosensibilisation-d2ed2a51999d95b11afaee6d99ef39f0.pdf
Post-Treatment Instructions
The treated hairs will fall out naturally between 1 and 4 weeks after the session, depending on your skin type. This is normal; do not pluck them. A gentle exfoliation 15 days after the session can help the hairs fall out more easily.
Moisturize:
Apply a soothing cream to the treated areas for 48 hours (Aloe vera, Cicalfate, Biafine, or equivalent).
UV Protection:
If the treated areas are exposed to the sun for 4 weeks following the session, be sure to apply SPF 50 sunscreen.
Water temperature:
No hot baths, saunas, or steam rooms for 48 hours.
Do not remove hair:
Continue shaving only if hair grows back
Frequency:
Wait 6 to 10 weeks before the next session and stick to the schedule
Monitor for:
Mild redness is normal. Consult a professional if blisters or burns occur
Normal reactions after a session
Redness and a slight sensation of warmth for 24 to 48 hours: this is normal. If you experience a burn, blisters, or pain that persists beyond 48 hours, contact us immediately at 07 82 90 18 09 or via WhatsApp.
Organize My Appointments
At the end of each session, the next appointment is scheduled directly with the laser technician to ensure the optimal interval between sessions. If you are unable to attend, please contact us via WhatsApp or by phone at least 48 hours in advance (any changes made within this timeframe are free of charge).
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