Pre and Post Care Instructions
READING, UNDERSTANDING, AND FOLLOWING ALL PRE AND POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SERVICE WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS!
If you have any questions regarding the information below, please contact us at 952-898-1111.
*For all hair removal treatments, if you have not seen hair regrowth in the treatment area contact us a minimum of 2 days prior to your appointment to reschedule for a later date.
Electrolysis
Pre-Treatment:
Let hair grow for 3–4 days before your appointment. Avoid tweezing, waxing, or similar methods for at least 2 weeks before and between sessions. Stay well-hydrated to help the treatment work better.
Avoid facials, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and injections on the area for 1 week before and after treatment.
Tell your technician about any medical conditions (like herpes, lupus, or skin issues) or medications. Electrolysis may not be suitable for some conditions or for those on blood thinners, so it’s important to discuss any concerns beforehand.
Post-Treatment:
After electrolysis, the treated area may be red, bumpy, or slightly swollen for a few hours. A mild sunburn-like feeling can continue into the next day. Small scabs may form, which should not be picked. Inform your electrologist if scabbing occurs. Over time, treated hair will grow back finer and lighter until it eventually stops growing.
For aftercare, wash the area gently with lukewarm water and mild soap, and pat it dry. Keep the skin clean using antiseptic washes or witch hazel. Avoid hot tubs, pools, and gyms for 24 hours. Do not pick, scratch, tweeze, or wax the area to prevent changes in skin color. Apply an antiseptic ointment like bacitracin, but avoid Neosporin. Use only fresh makeup and clean brushes on the treated area.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding electrolysis instructions or treatments, please contact us at (952) 898-1111
Laser Hair Removal
Pre-Treatment:
Before laser hair removal, shave the area 1–2 days before your appointment (leave a small patch for first-time visits). Avoid waxing, tweezing, or similar methods for at least 2 weeks. Stay out of the sun and avoid tanning or self-tanners for 3 weeks, and use SPF 30+. Also avoid certain skincare products (like acids and retinol) for 7 days before treatment, and do not use Accutane for at least 1 year prior.
Tell your technician about any medical conditions, past treatments, or medications. Some medications—especially those that increase light sensitivity—may require you to delay treatment.
Post-Treatment:
After treatment, it’s normal to have redness, small bumps, and a mild sunburn-like feeling for a few hours to a day. You can soothe the area with aloe, witch hazel, or a cold compress.
Hair will start shedding within 5–21 days, which is a normal part of the process. Gentle exfoliation can help. Each session reduces hair growth by about 15–20%.
Use lukewarm water when washing, avoid deodorant for 24 hours (if treated), and stay away from heat sources like hot tubs, pools, and gyms for 72 hours. Don’t pick or wax the area, and wear loose clothing to avoid irritation.
Avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks and use SPF 30+. Also, skip exfoliating products for 7 days. Keep the area moisturized to help with healing and hair shedding.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding laser hair removal instructions or treatments, please contact us at (952) 898-1111
BBL Photo Rejuvenation
Pre-Treatment:
Avoid alcohol 24 hours before and after treatment, and start hydrating 72 hours in advance. Check medications for light sensitivity—antibiotics, Z-Pac, and prescription topical creams must be stopped 10 days prior. Avoid NSAIDs 48 hours before; Tylenol is okay.
Your skin tone must be the same or lighter than at your first treatment. Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen (preferably zinc oxide) at least 3 weeks before and during your sessions, reapplying every 2 hours in sunlight.
Take oral Benadryl the night before and for 3+ days after BBL to reduce swelling, which is common, especially on the cheeks and nose.
Avoid glycolic/lactic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid 5 days prior. Avoid microdermabrasion, facials, chemical peels, waxing, retinol, and sun-sensitizing meds 10 days prior. Avoid sun, tanning beds, and sunless tanners 4 weeks prior. Hydroquinone can be used up to the day of treatment.
Always inform your technician about any medications or supplements that may increase light sensitivity.
Post-Treatment:
Arrive with clean skin, free of lotions, makeup, sprays, or creams. If you haven’t completed the online intake form, come 10 minutes early.
During the consultation, the technician will review your skin goals, assess your skin, and recommend a personalized treatment plan. They will answer any questions to ensure you feel confident and comfortable.
Most clients feel a warm, snapping sensation during treatment, similar to a rubber band snap with flashes of heat. Discomfort is generally minimal, and cooling features help manage the heat.