The Willow Laser Clinic
Pre & Post Care
“Your Path To Smooth Skin Starts Here,”
Pre & Post Treatment
The relevance of adhering to a treatment recommendation at the Willow Laser Clinic extends beyond the initial promise of hair removal. It encompasses a multitude of benefits that directly impact the overall effectiveness and satisfaction of our clients.
The area being treated must be shaved within 12 hours prior to the treatment. It is not possible to undertake the treatment unless the area has had a clean shave with the hair beneath the skin surface. Only shave do not wax, tweeze or thread. (should you not have the area prior to treatment shaved we can do this but it will incur a extra charge, this is listed in our terms and conditions)
Pre Treatment Do’s & Don’ts
The area being treated must be shaved within 12 hours prior to the treatment. It is not possible to undertake the treatment unless the area has had a clean shave with the hair beneath the skin surface. Only shave do not wax, tweeze or thread. (should you not have the area prior to treatment shaved we can do this but it will incur a extra charge, this is listed in our terms and conditions).
- Do not have botox or fillers in the four weeks prior to your treatment
- Do not have a chemical peel or microabrasion 6 weeks prior to your treatment
- Wear loose fitting clothes on the day to avoid any irritation after treatment
- Do not exercise before your treatment
- Avoid applying any products to the areas being treated, keep it dry and clean prior to treatment
- Do not expose the the treated areas to UV light (sunbeds or sunlight) or apply fake tanning products for 14 days prior the treatment
- Inform staff of any medical changes or if there is any chance you could be pregnant
Inform staff if there is any medication you are taking or conditions which could affect your laser treatment, these can include:
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
You suffer from a autoimmune disorder - Have a history of keloid scarring
- Have psoriasis or eczema
- Have excessively dry skin
- Have a history of skin cancer
- Have diabetes
- Take blood thinning medication
- Taking roaccutane
- Have tattoos or semi-permanent make up in the treated area
- Have epilepsy
- Have implanted medical devices
- Sun tanned two weeks prior to treatment
- Have PCOS
- The hair you wish to treat is very fine or very red
Post Treatment Care
To ensure the safety and sustainability of the treatment it is important to adhere to our recommendations.
It is essential that pre and post treatment advice is adhered to. Failure to do so could result in being turned away from your appointment and any adverse effects will not be the responsibility of The Willow Laser Clinic.
Post Treatment Do’s & Don’ts
- Do not use deodorant, make up or any products on the treated area for the rest of the day after treatment, only SPF 50 or aloe vera gel
- Do not exercise for 24 hours after treatment
- Do not use saunas, hot baths or steam rooms for 48 hours after treatment
- Continue to shave between sessions
- Continue to apply aloe vera gel for 48 hours after treatment
- Avoid scratching the area after treatment
- Avoid waxing, tweezing or threading for the whole treatment course
- Avoid sun exposure or sunbeds for 14 days after treatment
- 10 days after treatment start to exfoliate the area 2-3 times a week.