Laser Hair Removal
Pre & Post Care Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What happens during laser hair removal?
Before the treatment, the hair in the area to be treated will be trimmed short. Hair removal laser removes hair by vaporizing it. This causes small plumes of smoke that have a burnt-like smell, which is normal. Many say that the laser pulses feel like warm pinpricks or a rubber band being snapped against the skin.
How long your treatment takes depend on the size of the area being treated. Treating the upper lip takes minutes. If you are having a large area like the back or legs treated, your treatment may last more than an hour.
What must I do after getting laser hair removal?
To avoid possible side effects, sun protection is important after treatment. After laser hair removal, you should remember to use sunblock and avoid direct sunlight from hitting your treated skin.
You may see some mild redness and swelling after treatment. This often looks like a mild sunburn. Applying a cool compress can help reduce your discomfort. Having said that, some do not experience any redness at all.
Is there downtime?
No, laser hair removal generally does not require any real downtime. Immediately after having laser hair removal, your treated skin may be mildly red and swollen. Despite this, most people return to their everyday activities.
When will I see the result after having laser hair removal?
This shedding process can take 10-14 days post treatment. During this time, it may appear as though the hair is growing back thicker and darker. However, this is simply the hair follicle shedding the treated hair. The results vary from individuals. The colour and thickness of your hair, area treated, type of laser used, and colour of your skin all affect the results. You can expect a 10% to 25% reduction in hair after the first treatment.
To remove the hair, most individuals need at least 4 to 6 laser treatments. After finishing the treatments, most people do not see any hair on the treated skin for several months or even years. When the hair regrows, there tends to be less of it. The hair also tends to be finer and lighter in colour.
How long will the results of laser hair removal last?
Most individuals remain hair free for months or even years. When some of the hair regrows, it will likely be less noticeable. To keep the area free of hair, you may opt for additional laser treatments as and when it is needed.
Pre Care Instructions
CONTRAINDICATIONS to laser hair removal: history of melanoma, suspicious lesions, keloid scar, healing problems, active skin infection, open lesions, hives, herpetic lesions, cold sores, tattoos or permanent make-up in area of treatment, recent use of Accutane, tetracycline, or St. John’s wort in the last year, autoimmune diseases such as Lupus, Scleroderma, Vitiligo, pregnancy, trying to get pregnant, or nursing. Do not pluck, wax, use a depilatory, or undergo electrolysis in the areas to be treated for 1 month. Shaving is acceptable. Do not tan or use self tanner in areas to be treated for 1 month prior. Avoid any irritant chemical to area for the week prior.
Post Care Instructions
Mild redness and swelling around hair follicles with mild sunburn feeling is expected on the first day. Some people may react more and last for a few days. Notify Dr. Kent Clinic if it persists longer than a week. Keep area clean. You may apply cool compresses/ice for 15 minutes/hour for comfort. Gently cleanse the area twice daily with gentle cleanser ie. Kent’s Nourishing Cleanser followed by Kent’s Soothing Essence. Avoid irritants (glycolics acid, salicyclic acid, retinoids) until all redness/swelling resolves. Moisturizers (Kent’s Whitening Cream, Anti-oxidant Rejuvenation Cream) can be used twice daily if they do not sting. Apply sunscreen with zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide daily for at least six weeks if not for your lifetime! We suggest Kent’s SPF50 Matifying or Glowing Sunscreen which are non-greasy. Shaving should be avoided until redness/peri-follicular swelling is fully resolved. Begin with light shaving. Avoid strenuous exercise for the day as sweating may sting. Make-up may be used as long as skin is not broken or irritated.
We provide professional laser hair removal treatment in Subang, Puchong and Petaling Jaya (PJ) area. Please notify Dr. Kent if you have any questions, concerns, problems. DR KENT CLINIC contact: +(60)3 – 8052 3082, +(60)3 – 7497 8788, +(60)12 – 395 4223, +(60)12 – 221 1841.
