No, laser hair removal typically does not come with any real downtime. After your laser hair removal treatment, it’s normal for the skin to be a little red or tender. Despite this, most people return to their everyday activities. For the first 24 hours after your treatment, avoid sweating and intense exercise. Within 3 days of treatment, avoid public pools, saunas, steam, and hot showers. Within 10 days following your treatment, avoid direct sun exposure, shaving, exfoliating, and any harsh treatments that might irritate the treated area.