LASER REMOVAL AFTERCARE
Post-Treatment Skin Care
Following any laser treatment, the treated area may feel warm, sensitive or appear red for a short period. Treat the skin gently, avoid rubbing or scratching and follow the specific aftercare advice provided by your laser technician.
A soothing cooling gel may be used where appropriate to help calm the skin. With tattoo or SPMU removal, the area may continue to change in appearance as the skin heals and the body gradually processes fragmented pigment.
Sun Protection
Protect treated skin from direct sun exposure and avoid sunbeds throughout your treatment course. Use a high-SPF sunscreen on exposed areas, even on cloudy days, to help protect healing skin and reduce the risk of pigmentation changes.
Make-Up & Skincare
Make-up should only be applied when the skin surface is intact and any immediate sensitivity has settled. Avoid harsh, fragranced or exfoliating skincare products on the treated area while it is healing.
Avoid Heat & Exercise
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, very hot baths or showers and vigorous exercise for at least 48 hours following treatment. Excessive heat and sweating can irritate recently treated skin and interfere with recovery.
Possible Reactions & Aftercare
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Redness or swelling: Apply a cool compress to help soothe the area.
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Heat or sensitivity: Keep the area cool and avoid rubbing or additional heat.
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Itching: Avoid scratching. A soothing cooling gel may be used where appropriate.
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Blistering: This can occur following some laser treatments, particularly tattoo removal. Do not pick or burst blisters and follow the aftercare instructions provided.
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Frosting: Temporary whitening of tattoo pigment immediately after laser treatment is a normal response and usually subsides relatively quickly.
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Unexpected or persistent reactions: Contact your laser technician for advice.
Aftercare can differ between laser tattoo removal, SPMU removal and laser hair removal, so always follow the treatment-specific instructions provided by your technician.