You should shave the area to be treated for laser hair removal about 12 to 24 hours before your appointment. Shaving the night before or at least a day prior is recommended to allow any minor skin irritation or micro-cuts from shaving to heal, reducing the risk of skin damage during the laser treatment. Avoid shaving right before the session on the same day, as freshly shaved skin may be more sensitive and prone to injury from the laser. Using a clean, sharp razor is also advised. Shaving before treatment helps in two main ways:
- It removes hair above the skin surface, allowing the laser to precisely target hair follicles.
- It reduces the chance of burning hair above the skin, which can cause discomfort or skin irritation.
It is important not to wax, tweeze, or use hair removal creams before the treatment since these remove hair from the root and prevent the laser from effectively targeting the follicle. In summary, shave gently with a fresh razor preferably 12 to 24 hours before your laser hair removal appointment for the best and safest results.
