Front and back of the neck Laser Hair Removal for women in NYC

In order to provide you with the best possible service, we ask that you carefully review these general pre-care treatment instructions.

1.Before every treatment shave the area being treated closely. If you are unable to shave the area yourself, please let us know upon booking your appointment so we can schedule your time accordingly. Please note that a service charge may apply.

2. Avoid UV exposure 7 days prior to your treatment. Clients who are sunburned or tanned must wait 2 weeks before being treated to avoid additional skin damage.

3. Avoid sunless tanning products 7 days prior to your treatment. It is recommended that you exfoliate the area to remove any residual color.

4. If applicable, apply numbing cream 30 to 40 minutes prior to your treatment. All products must be completely removed prior to treatment.

5.  Clients should come to appointments with clean skin on the area to be treated. No makeup, or deodorant (if underarms are being treated).

6. Avoid chemical peels and other laser procedures in the area to be treated for 2 weeks prior, and 2 weeks after your laser treatment.

7. all alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxyl products (AHA/BHA), hydroquinone, retinols/retinoid, Tazorac, and Differin for 7 days before treatment.

8. Clients with any abnormal lesions, moles or spots on the area to be treated must be cleared by a medical practitioner prior to treatment.

9. Clients must stop waxing, tweezing and chemical depilatory 2 weeks prior to treatment. If you are prone to cold sores, it is highly recommended to take an anti-viral medication prior to your treatment. Clients with active cold sores will not be treated.

10. Clients who have used Accutane or similar products within the last 6 months CANNOT have laser hair removal treatments.

11. Clients should not perform any physical activity that increases body temperature or blood pressure within 2 hours after treatments.

12. If you have Botox or dermal fillers in the area to be treated, wait 14 days both before and after injection to receive treatments.

13. Antibiotics may increase photo-sensitivity. We recommend that you check with your personal physician prior to receiving laser treatments if you are taking a long-term antibiotic. If you become ill and begin taking an antibiotic, you will need to be off the medication for 7 days before laser treatment.

14. For your own comfort please wear, or bring loose fitting cotton clothing to wear after your appointment.

1. Redness & Bumps are normal. Immediately after your treatment, redness & bumps at the treatment area are common; these may last up to 2 hours or longer. It is normal for the treated area to feel like a sunburn for a few hours. You should use a cold compress if the sensitivity continues. If there is any crusting, apply an antibiotic cream. Darker pigmented skin may have more discomfort than lighter skin & may persist longer. 

2. Cleanse the area treated gently. The treated area may be washed gently with a mild soap. Skin should be patted dry & not rubbed during the first 48 hours.

3.  Avoid excessive sweating for 24 to 48 hours. No saunas or vigorous working out. 

4. Avoid irritants such as Retin-A, Retinol, Renova, and glycolics, bleaching creams and exfoliants for 1 week.

5. Pigmentation changes (hypo or hyper pigmentation) may occur with darker skin types. Changes will normalize within a few weeks.

6. No makeup & lotion/moisturizer/deodorant for the first 24 hours. Keep the treated area clean & dry, if further redness or irritation persists, skip your makeup & moisturizer, & deodorant (for underarms) until the irritation has subsided.

7. Avoid any tanning in between treatment, as this will increase your risk for burning during your treatment and permanent hyper-pigmentation.

8. Exfoliate to speed up hair shedding. Anywhere from 5-30 days after the treatment, shedding of the hair may occur & this may appear as new hair growth. It is not new hair growth, but the dead hair pushing its way out of the follicle. You can help the hair come out by washing with a washcloth or a Shobha® Exfoliating Cloth (sold at LH) & shaving.

9. Avoid the sun. Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of dark or light spots for 14 days. Use sunscreen (spf 25 or higher) at all times throughout the treatment period & for 1-2 months following.

10. Do not pick/scratch/wax/thread/tweeze the area. Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin. do not use any other hair removal methods or products, other than shaving, on the treated area during the course of your laser treatments, as it will prevent you from achieving the best results.

11. Hair growth varies. On average, most will experience a level of hairless happiness after 6-9 sessions which will result in not even checking for stubble.

Why Laser Hair Removal?
Laser treatment for unwanted hair is a non-invasive approach to permanent reduction and long-term hair removal. Laser Hair Removal treatments are specially designed to safely eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body. The laser affects hair follicles only when they are in the growth phase, because of this, more than one Laser Hair Removal treatment will be necessary to disable hair follicles that subsequently enter the growth phase. During your Laser Hair Removal consultation, you will be advised as to the approximate number of treatments necessary for optimum results.

How does Laser Hair Removal work?
The Laser Hair Removal system emits near-infrared laser light that is absorbed by the pigment located in the hair follicle. The laser is pulsed, or turned on, for only a fraction of a second. The duration of each pulse is just long enough to damage the follicle, while the system's unique, patented contact-cooling hand piece, helps protect the skin by conductive cooling during the laser energy delivery.

What do Laser Hair Removal treatments feel like?
The Laser Hair Removal hand piece cools and soothes as it glides along your skin. When the pulse of light is delivered, some patients experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation. No local anesthetic or pain medication is typically required; however, some clients may prefer to use a topical anesthetic when sensitive areas are treated.

What happens after Laser Hair Removal treatment?
Following Laser Hair Removal treatments, you can return to your normal activities right away, but the treated area may appear a bit red and swollen. The use of sunscreen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun. In addition, your cosmetic professional may recommend that you use a specially formulated skin care product line or prescribe a skin care regimen especially formulated for your skin type. 3-7 days after treatment you may experience what seems to be regrowth of hair. Actually, most of these hairs are being shed as a result of your treatment and are not regrowing. Between treatments you should not wax or pluck your hair, but it is permissible to shave.

What are the possible side effects of Laser Hair Removal?
Although patients experience few side effects with Laser Hair Removal, the most commonly noticed are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin, similar to sunburn. These effects typically last for several hours or less. In rare instances, blistering may occur. Consult with your cosmetic professional for complete information on the benefits and risks of this treatment.

What areas can be treated with Laser Hair Removal?
Laser Hair Removal can remove hair from all parts of the body including the face, legs, arms, underarms, and back. It can also treat sensitive areas like the chest, nipples, and bikini line.

How many Laser Hair Removal treatments will I need?
Most areas require 8-12 treatments; however, the number of Laser Hair Removal treatments required for optimal long-term benefits depends on multiple factors: hair thickness, the area treated and your hair's growth cycle. Interestingly, not all hairs are actively growing at the same time and actually go through three distinct phases: growth, regression, and resting. Laser Hair Removal works by disabling the hair that is principally in the active growth phase at the time of treatment. Since other hairs will enter this active growth phase at different times, additional treatments may be necessary to disable all of the hair follicles in any given area.

Does Laser Hair Removal work on tanned/different skin colors?
Your skin type will be assessed to determine if you are a suitable candidate for Laser Hair Removal treatments. You must not tan 2 weeks prior to initial treatment in between treatments, or for 2 weeks after final treatment.

Services: Unfortunately, for spa services we cannot accept any refund request, all services (includes spa packages) purchased, booked or completed services are final and non-refundable. You may be able to exchange for another service of equal or less value. Services cannot be refunded on because of concern or expected results. We are committed to assist our guest with all their concerns and shall advise for correction in post treatment protocol and regimen to be followed. It may require a follow-up visit at the spa for free consultation.

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Products: Unused and not open products in original package can be requested for refund within 2 weeks of purchase.
Item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging with proof of purchase from the spa. Request for refund can be made by contact us at 718.664.7776. You can always contact us at info@lessagelaserspa.com for any refund/return questions.

Upon review of refund request we will let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or the credit card company to process and post the refund too.