How you take care of your skin post-treatment can have a big impact on the final results… Yes, your pre-treatment habits may have made it easy for your skin to sustain the laser hair removal. However, if you do not employ the right tricks now, you might end up with a lot more problems on your hands!
Think burns, scabbing and a whole lot of pain!
So be wise and follow the tips we’ve mentioned below.
What Not to Do After Your Laser Session
– Exercise
Skip the gym session for at least 48 hours after you’ve had treatment. The friction, not to mention the sweat, could cause excess skin irritation, which may lead to blisters and rashes. Keep your skin comfortable and cool. And if you must stay active, opt for a brisk walk rather than a full intense workout.
– Do Anything that May Raise Body Temperature
Your skin will obviously be sensitive after treatment, so avoid any situations where you may be exposed to heat. Do not take hot showers or baths (keep it lukewarm), avoid steam rooms and stay out of the sun. If you must go out, use sunscreen with 50 SPF.
– Swim
The chlorine from your local swimming pool could aggravate your open pores, so avoid swimming for at least 48 hours.
– Shave
If, by any chance, there are a few stray hairs left after treatment, do not shave them off. Although shaving is allowed between sessions (it’s the only recommended method), it’s best to leave the hair as is for at least 4-5 days. Don’t wax, pluck or tweeze them. Also, if you see any swelling or scabbing, do not touch the area at all and contact a doctor straightaway.
– Exfoliate
At least not in the first 4-5 days! Afterwards though, use exfoliants, exfoliating mitts or just a soft sponge to keep your skin smooth. This’ll help you get rid of ingrown hair.
– Use Products
Any perfumed or chemical products are a big no, as they may irritate your skin and cause blistering. Instead, use aloe vera gel to keep your skin soothed and hydrated. Also, avoid makeup for at least 48 hours. Let your skin breathe.
Book Your Next Treatment!
You already know how easy and fairly painless laser treatments are, so get it for other parts of your body as well!
Simply Clinics offers discounts for all areas and for full body laser hair removal as well! Book an appointment by calling us at 020 8352 3523 or email at info@simplyclinics.co.uk. We have clinics in Chelsea, Shepherd’s Bush, Uxbridge and Southgate.
Make sure to also follow us on Instagram: @dryoussefhaffar & @simplyclinics for more skin tips!
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