The skincare specialist performing your laser hair removal will schedule a consultation with you before having you come in for any active treatments. During this consultation, they will review your medical history, discuss all risks and benefits and expectations, and do a full skin assessment to ensure this is the right treatment for you. Your doctor will also offer specific pre-care instructions that you’ll be expected to adhere to before your sessions. This includes: - Staying out of the sun, avoiding direct sunlight, and always wearing a full coverage sunscreen. - Avoiding any skin creams that darken the pigment of your skin. - Avoiding other hair removal methods, such asplucking, waxing and electrolysis, at least 4 weeks before your treatment. - Avoiding blood-thinning medications. - Trimming and/or shaving the day before laser treatment.