At your laser hair removal consultation, you will meet with a highly-qualified technician who has undergone an intensive vetting process to ensure they possess extensive training and knowledge of laser technology.
Your doctor will answer your questions, explain the procedure to you and offer advice about any additional treatments you are considering. In preparation for your appointment:
Get Rid of Unwanted Hair
If you are sick of shaving your legs and underarms and the painful waxing and plucking that comes with it, laser hair removal could be a great solution for you. Laser treatment offers permanent hair reduction that will give you silky smooth skin for life!
Before booking appointments and beginning to prepare for your initial treatment, there are some key things you need to keep in mind. First of all, understand that laser treatment is not a walk-in appointment; rather there is a process involved with which technicians will give precise orders about what should or shouldn’t happen leading up to it. Failing to abide by these directives could significantly diminish results as well as require you to reschedule.
Your technician will ask a series of questions about your health and lifestyle to determine whether laser treatment is an appropriate choice for you. They will also explain the science behind it all so that you feel assured in making an informed decision for both yourself and beauty!
Before going in for your consultation, ensure the area is free from lotions, ointments or makeup so the laser can easily see through and target follicles without interference from these items. Also take steps to avoid sunburn; getting sunburnt could compromise the effectiveness of laser treatment – wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily where possible and try not to use tanning beds or self-tanners at least two weeks prior to getting laser therapy done.
At your laser hair removal consultation, the technician will ask about your pain tolerance level and test the area that needs treatment to see how you react. Individual reactions vary, with some individuals not experiencing any discomfort at all while for others it could be worse than expected; it is wise to take painkillers prior to appointments in case any are sensitive.
Schedule Your Appointment
Have you been thinking about getting laser hair removal treatment? All your friends seem to swear by it and have experienced great results from treatment. After researching online and gathering up information about it, now all that remains is to find an office where treatment can take place.
Locate a licensed and certified laser hair removal clinic nearby. Check references or online reviews to locate one you trust, while most reputable clinics require consultation appointments for new clients to ask any questions they might have about the procedure and decide whether it’s the right choice for them.
As part of your consultation preparations, try not to pluck or wax the area to be treated. Instead, it is ideal to shave it 24 hours beforehand so that the laser can identify pigment found at hair root level – this will minimize irritation during treatment and provide optimal results.
As part of your preparation for laser treatment, it is also wise to avoid tanning for at least several weeks prior to commencing therapy. This allows the laser to take full advantage of any differences between hair and skin pigmentation differences that will enhance its efficacy. Spray-on tanning products contain metallic ingredients which could result in burn injuries during laser sessions.
Your technician will examine the area you would like treated and determine whether laser hair removal is right for you, along with providing details about the procedure – how many sessions it’ll take, what you can expect during treatments and any special offers or packages they may have available to them.
Your practitioner will demonstrate how to cleanse the treatment area properly for your appointment, such as freeing it of lotions, ointments, makeup or deodorant products. Furthermore, exfoliation three to four days in advance is advised in order to rid it of dead skin cells that might clog up its surface.
As part of your treatment, your practitioner will apply a cool gel to reduce discomfort and make you more relaxed during laser sessions. Individual reactions to the laser vary based on factors like treatment area size and sensitivity – some people feel an initial stinging or snapping sensation while others might barely detect that the laser is running.
Wear Comfortable Clothes
If this is your first experience with laser hair removal, it is wise to wear loose and comfortable clothes. While you will be asked to undress for treatment, loose clothing will allow your skin to breathe and reduce friction afterward. Furthermore, dark-colored clothing may help conceal temporary skin discolorations caused by laser treatment.
As well as this, it’s wise to avoid applying beauty products or self-tanner in the area where you are receiving laser therapy as this could render it less effective or cause adverse reactions on sensitive skin types. Furthermore, you should reschedule if sunburned or experiencing an allergic reaction from some substance has occurred prior to scheduling an appointment with us.
Shave before or during a laser hair removal treatment to maximize results and decrease sensitivity. Shaving allows the laser beam to target hair follicles more precisely without extra length covering them up. Furthermore, it’s wise to avoid caffeine before receiving treatment to further decrease sensitivity levels.
As part of your preparations, it is also wise to refrain from waxing the area where you will receive treatment at least two weeks before. Waxing strips away hair roots, leaving them exposed, which reduces effectiveness of laser treatment. However, it should be remembered that while laser treatment may feel unpleasant at times it should never be harmful or painful; often described as similar to having hot pin pricks poked or rubber bands snapping against the skin.
At your consultation, it is a good idea to pose any queries you have about laser hair removal. Your provider will be more than happy to address these queries and give more details on the procedure, including the number of sessions required for desired results and scheduling treatments accordingly. They may even suggest pre-treatment medications intended to ease discomfort during procedures.
Have an Open Mind
When considering laser hair removal as a potential way of eliminating unwanted hair, it is important to approach it with an open mind. Although laser treatment should be safe and relatively pain-free for most, some individuals may experience minor side effects; furthermore, multiple treatment sessions may be required – especially if your dark skin or coarse hair require multiple sessions for effective removal.
At your consultation, it is important to listen closely to what the consultant tells you about the procedure. For example, if they claim it’s completely painless with no side effects whatsoever this should be taken as a warning sign that they might try and mislead you; ask instead how the procedure works, what to expect during and post treatment, as well as if there are any associated risks.
Before selecting a practitioner for this treatment, make sure you inquire as to their level of training and experience with this form of therapy. A reputable practitioner should be able to answer all of your queries while providing all the information needed to make an informed decision. They are likely also up-to-date with technological advancements within their field and possess all of the skills required for providing effective solutions.
Ask the practitioner for guidance in terms of what can help prepare for your appointment, such as refraining from waxing or plucking the area before and during treatment as the laser targets the roots of hairs. Furthermore, wear loose clothing for maximum comfort during and post-appointment while applying sunscreen with SPF 30 protection or higher over your treatment area.
Be sure to address any specific concerns or issues during your consultation so you can receive all of the answers you require before scheduling your first session. It is also important to notify your technician if any medical conditions or allergies could interfere with achieving desired results and how quickly.
