Booking your first laser hair removal appointment? A little preparation helps your session go smoothly. Here is what we usually ask clients at Glam n Glo in Kitsilano to do. We will confirm the details for your skin and treatment area when you book.
Before your appointment
- Shave the area. Laser works on the hair in the follicle, so shaving the day before or the morning of your visit is typically recommended. Avoid waxing, plucking or threading, which remove the hair root.
- Limit sun exposure and tanning. Tanned skin can make treatment less comfortable and less suitable, so keep the area out of the sun and let us know if you have recently been tanning.
- Come with clean, product-free skin. Skip lotions, oils, deodorant or makeup on the area being treated.
- Tell us about your health. Mention medications, skin conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or recent cosmetic treatments at your consultation.
What happens at your visit
We start with a consultation to review your skin, hair and goals. We then prepare the area and treat it with the laser, adjusting settings for your comfort. We will explain aftercare before you leave.
How many sessions will I need?
Hair grows in cycles, so treatments are usually spaced several weeks apart over a series of sessions. The number depends on the area, your hair and your skin, and we will outline a plan at your consultation.
Ready to book?
We are at #215 – 2083 Alma St, serving Kitsilano, West Point Grey, Point Grey and West 4th Avenue. Book online or call (236) 427-8723.