Laser hair reduction
Laser
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30 min
Summary
Treatment of unwanted hair with a medical laser, usually given as a course of sessions several weeks apart.
What to expect
A patch test is usually done at a first visit.
You and the practitioner wear eye protection.
The laser is passed over the area in short pulses.
A cooling gel may be applied afterwards.
Preparation
Avoid sun exposure and tanning products before treatment.
Shave the area the day before. Do not wax or pluck.
Tell us about any medicines that make your skin sensitive to light.
Duration
30 min
Risks and warnings
Sample text, draft. Your clinician writes the risks and warnings for this procedure here: common and serious side effects, who should not have it, what to expect afterwards and when to contact the clinic.