After laser hair removal, it is important to take care of the treated area to avoid any complications. Here are some tips and product details for post-laser hair removal care:
Tips:
- Avoid using skincare products with strong ingredients like retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroxy acid, and benzoyl peroxide before the treatment.
- Keep the treatment area clean-shaven 12-24 hours prior to treatment.
- Skin must be clean and free of makeup, lotions, oils, deodorant, sunless tanning products, numbing cream, etc. Products on the skin can increase the likelihood of adverse reactions from the laser.
- Avoid physical activities that increase body temperature, such as hot showers, saunas, and exercise, for 24-48 hours after the treatment.
- Avoid sun exposure for at least 24 to 48 hours before and after the treatment.
- Avoid using exfoliants and peeling skincare products for 5-7 days before and after the treatment.
- Avoid skincare products with active ingredients including vitamin A, vitamin C, and exfoliants for 1-5 days (depends on the level of treatment) .
- Choose a moisturizer that does not contain any fragrance or alcohol.
- Apply topical creams such as Restorative Gel, Lux MD, aloe, calamine, or hydrocortisone to the treatment area.
Positive:
- Applying a moisturizer can help soothe the treated area.
- Topical creams such as Restorative Gel, Lux MD, aloe, calamine, or hydrocortisone can help reduce redness and inflammation.
Negative:
- Using skincare products with strong ingredients like retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroxy acid, and benzoyl peroxide before the treatment can increase the risk of adverse reactions from the laser.
- Skincare products with active ingredients including vitamin A, vitamin C, and exfoliants can irritate the treated area.
Ingredients or materials:
- Restorative Gel, Lux MD, aloe, calamine, or hydrocortisone are topical creams that can be applied to the treatment area.
- Moisturizers that do not contain any fragrance or alcohol can be used to soothe the treated area.
- Skincare products with strong ingredients like retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroxy acid, and benzoyl peroxide should be avoided before the treatment.
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