Be sure to remove all hairs especially longer hairs sitting above the skin as this can cause burns. To prepare for your laser hair removal, shave the area 12-14 hours before your appointment with a clean, sharp razor. Laser will only work on hairs that have the root still intact, so don’t wax, epilate or use depilatory creams before treatment. So, ditch the bottle before your appointment and use our Balense Skin Resurfacing Cleanser to remove any fake tan residue.

Just like with a real tan, we unfortunately can’t treat skin with fake tan either. Winter is a great time to start your treatments, especially if you’re a sun worshipper (which we don’t recommend!) The laser will sizzle any pigment in your skin including sunburn and tanned skin, so leave your skin au naturel. A fake tan’s a safe tan… unless you’re getting laser!īefore your appointment, make sure you’re not exposed to the sun for two weeks prior. If you’re a bit of a beach babe or surfer guy, you may wish to start your treatments during the winter months to avoid any inconvenience.Ģ. This means that if you are sunburned, or even just tanned, you may need to reschedule your appointment. We cannot treat you if you have had sun exposure within two weeks of your laser hair removal treatment as laser will sizzle any pigment on your skin. Before booking your treatment, always ask if the technicians are qualified and that the equipment is TGA approved. Laser hair removal is considered a cosmetic procedure and therefore is governed by strict regulations. Laser hair removal is effective on both the body and face. This destroys and stunts the hair growth, reducing the amount of hair that will regrow. Depending on whether your skin is lighter or darker, the laser will either target the pigment or the blood supply in the hair follicle. It might seem like magic, but there’s a science behind it! Using a cosmetic medical-grade laser, the hair follicle is targeted with a concentrated beam of light. Here are some important things to know before you start treatment so you can achieve silky smooth results! After years of shaving or waxing, you may be considering having laser for unwanted hair for a more permanent outcome.

Laser hair removal is now more affordable and accessible than ever.

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