Laser hair removal aftercare: the first 72 hours

Mild redness and a warm feeling for a few hours are normal. Follow these steps:

• Keep it cool. Apply aloe vera gel or a cold compress.
• No heat for 48 hours. Skip hot showers, saunas and the gym.
• Sun protection. SPF 50 on treated areas every day between sessions.
• Do not pluck or wax. Shaving is fine; plucking removes the root the laser needs.
• Skip actives. No retinoids, scrubs or acids on the area for 5 days.

Contact us if you notice blistering or redness that lasts more than two days.