Aftercare is an important element of any laser hair removal journey. Following the instructions provided to you will keep your skin healthy and your treatment timelines and hair reduction on track. Sure, you need to limit your sun exposure and ideally moisturize, but what about your daily (or nightly) routine? Most people shower or cleanse themselves daily, but is it okay to do so following a laser appointment? Read on to find out.

Can You Shower After Laser Hair Removal?

Yes, you can shower after laser hair removal appointments. During a laser hair removal treatment, the laser’s heat energy disrupts the hair follicle’s growth cycle.

With repeated treatments every five weeks, hair growth slows, and the unwanted hair will be replaced by smooth, hair-free skin. For some clients, sensitive skin may occur immediately following laser hair removal treatments.

There are no restrictions on bathing or showering, but be gentle (as if you’ve experienced a sunburn) for the first 24 hours. Also, be mindful of any topical products or harsh soaps you routinely use. If your skin feels sensitive or appears irritated, wait 24 hours for your next application.

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Additional Laser Hair Removal Aftercare Tips

Along your hair-free journey, your laser technician will share helpful tips for proper aftercare and subsequent effective treatments. This post-treatment care includes:

  • Moisturizing: Moisturizers hydrate the skin and can help reduce any potential discomfort or skin irritation during treatment. Additionally, it prevents dryness, speeds up healing time, and reduces the chance of getting ingrown hairs.
  • Sun Protection: This is a significant part of keeping your skin healthy and your hair-free goals intact. Applying sunscreen daily will protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Also, wearing hats or loose, comfortable clothing provides additional protection from direct sun exposure to keep your skin at its natural tone, which is necessary for treatment. Avoid tanning beds and other topical tanning products.
  • Paying Attention to Your Skin: If your skin feels sensitive to the touch, give yourself some extra time with any shower routine or topical application.
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The hair-free movement has grown immensely over the years. See for yourself why so many people are ditching the razor and wax for laser with a free consultation at Milan Laser. We’re the country’s largest laser hair removal provider with more than 400 locations nationwide. Find a convenient location near you and start your hair-free journey today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can take a shower the same day as your laser hair removal treatment. Some clients may be recommended to avoid excess heat; however, that’s not an instruction for most clients. Showering can take place without restriction.

Yes, you can wash your skin following laser hair removal. Be gentle while washing, and avoid using hot water as though you had a sunburn. Using lukewarm or cool water following an appointment will help soothe the skin.

You don’t need to avoid water after a laser hair removal session. As far as drinking water, regular hydration is always encouraged for general well-being and health for your skin.

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