How To Prepare For IPL and Laser Hair Removal Treatment 

General information only, not medical advice. Check your device manual and talk to a qualified professional about preparation for your skin and hair type.

It is important to prepare well before your IPL treatment to help support results and comfort.

  • Before your appointment, shave.

The region to be treated should usually be shaved clean. For most treatments, this is usually done at least 18–24 hours before treatment and may help reduce discomfort on the day of treatment and issues afterwards (In-growns etc).

 

  • Remove all fake tan from your body.

Please keep in mind that IPL treatments generally should not be done on skin with a fake tan, since the extra pigment in the fake tan may increase the risk of burning.

 

  • For 4 weeks before treatment, refrain from plucking or waxing.

At least 4 weeks before treatment, all plucking, waxing, creams, and electrolysis should be avoided. This may give the hair follicles time to reach a similar growth stage, which may help outcomes and comfort.

 

  • Every day, exfoliate.

Exfoliate regularly (including the day of treatment, if suitable for your skin) and moisturize regularly if possible (excluding the day of treatment). This may help results and may reduce the chance of problems.

 

  • Avoid exposing yourself to the sun or UV rays.

Avoid the sun and sunbeds for at least 4-6 weeks before your treatment. Please advise the technician before your treatment if you have been burned in the two weeks before your treatment. Please let the technician know if you are more tanned than usual.

 

  • Remove any creams and deodorants.

On the day of your treatment, no topical lotions, moisturizers, deodorants, or anything else should be applied to your skin.

 

 This article was written by practitioner and skincare specialist Faiy.

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