The most common sensation felt during the procedure is a small pinch, like a rubber band is being snapped against your skin. The feeling only lasts a few seconds and generally stops when the laser / IPL stops. We always pre-cool the skin before treatment and if required after treatment. As with all treatments - sensation depends on the level of the client's pain threshold. Some find it very difficult to tolerate but the majority find it totally bearable.

Scrubs, glycolic acid and retinol creams should be avoided 2 days before and after treatment. Stronger retinol should be avoided for 5 days. chemical peels should be avoided 2 week prior to and after laser
Avoid natural or fake tanning 1-2 weeks after laser.

The skin must be cleanly shaved within 24 hours before the treatment. We don't recommend Electric razors as the hair is usually still left too long.
Do not tweeze, wax, pluck or use depilatory creams on the area to be treated. Only shave the area.
The treatment area needs to be clean and free from makeup, lotion, deodorant, and sun cream.
The skin should not be exposed to sun or sunbeams 4 weeks before treatment.
Fake tanning products should not be used 3-4 weeks before treatment and should be thoroughly exfoliated 2/3 days before treatment to remove any trace of the fake tan.

Not usually however the most common reason for stimulated hair growth is when a certain type of finer hair, known as vellus hairs is stimulated. This is why we do not recommend laser hair removal for fine downy hair on the face.

Scrubs, glycolic acid and retinol creams should be avoided 2 days before and after treatment. Stronger retinol should be avoided for 5 days. chemical peels should be avoided 2 week prior to and after laser
Avoid natural or fake tanning 1-2 weeks after laser.