Having laser hair removal today – is it ok that I shaved yesterday or does there have to be growth?
February 21, 2012 by Admin
Filed under News & Updates
I am an appointment for laser hair removal today. Does it matter that I shaved yesterday so there isn’t growth? Is it better to wait until you have some growth?
It is definitely better to have some growth.
Patients scheduled for hair removal should avoid plucking, electrolysis or hair waxing for six weeks prior to treatment. Also, any hair should be completely removed by shaving, and your skin should be thoroughly cleaned and dried, removing any makeup, creams, oils, topical anesthetics or skin tanning products before laser treatment. The intended treatment area should not be exposed to sunlight or tanning booth light for 14 days prior to treatment.