Skincare Products For Post-Laser Hair Removal (2024)
Folks who battled with unwanted hair and opted for laser hair removal — congratulations! You will find your permanent solution to your problem areas quite amenable, but caring for those areas freshly treated by laser hair removal may require a few extra tools in your skin care toolkit.
After any laser treatment, vitamin E lotion and aloe should be applied to the skin (these are both applied in office, post-treatment at Laser Smooth). This simple step ensures your skin is soothed and supple after the hair removal process. Redness is a common consequence and typically skin will return to its normal tone before the end of your treatment day. Treating the skin with aloe and vitamin E lotion can help expedite your skin’s return to its natural tone.
Post-laser hair removal, it’s important to keep your skin well protected from the sun, an SPF lotion will help keep your newly smooth areas from becoming affected by sun exposure. However, prolonged sun exposure to your treated areas, regardless of SPF, should be kept to a minimum until a few days after your final laser hair removal treatment.
Post-care calming creams can be a great way to soothe more sensitive skin after laser hair removal treatments. Look for a cream with the aforementioned aloe and/or vitamin E to make sure to both calm and nourish your skin.
Laser hair removal is a simple, painless and permanent solution to the problem of unwanted hair. Contact Laser Smooth Company today for your free laser hair removal consultation.
In terms of what creams to apply after hair removal, the lighter the better. Moisturisers with rich formulas can be too heavy for post-procedure skin with open pores. Avoid thick moisturisers or creams for 24-48 hours after your appointment and opt instead for hydrating gel or mist formulas.
Do apply an ice-pack on the treated area to reduce pain, discomfort or irritation. Do apply aloe vera gel or calming creams for 3 days after the treatment. Do wear loose clothes to avoid friction on the treated area for 48 hours. Do keep treated area clean and dry for 48 hours.
Use gentle cleansers to help keep your skin healthy and hydrated. Avoid using heavy creams or lotions as these can clog pores and cause irritation. Opt for natural ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile, and green tea extract to help soothe the skin.
For a long time, the belief was to steer clear of all active ingredients post-laser treatment. However, new studies suggest otherwise . One study found that after Fraxel laser, applying a topical vitamin C serum has been shown to reduce the injury of the skin's surface barrier and even help restore pH.
Once the immediate post-laser wounds are healed and most of the inflammation has been resolved, all laser patients must utilize antioxidants every morning, specifically SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic. When SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic is used after laser surgeries, the serum can: Speed healing. Reduce inflammation.
The best moisturizer on the market today for post treatment care is Oxygenetix Oxygenating Hydro-Matrix. Specifically designed to be used after laser procedures, Hydro-Matrix is safe for compromised skin up to a third degree burn.
Use Cetaphil, Cerave, or ELTA MD cleanser and water to rinse your face gently for 10 to 30 seconds, twice a day with lukewarm water. Pat your face dry. Do not rub! Apply your moisturizer every day, including when you are “peeling.” This may be 10-20 times a day.
Don't apply lotions with fragrances or perfumes to the treatment area. These may cause skin redness or discoloration, and irritation. Don't apply deodorant to the underarms if laser hair treatment was targeted in this area. These products may also cause skin irritation.
You can start its use within 2 hours; it will not in any way reduce the effects of the laser treatment. However, it is recommended that you use only a gentle form of vitamin C and avoid the more acidic forms, as the skin is still sensitive immediately after treatment.
Thicker creams or occlusive products may trap heat and block proper healing. Dr. Soni recommends gentle, water-based lotions that absorb quickly. Reputable brands like Cetaphil, CeraVe, and Vanicream offer options specifically for sensitive post-procedure skin.
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