{"id":4136,"date":"2025-06-19T09:56:03","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T09:56:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novaskinclinic.be\/laser-treatment-contraindications-precautions-and-skin-preparation\/"},"modified":"2025-08-07T06:05:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T06:05:29","slug":"laser-treatment-contraindications-precautions-and-skin-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novaskinclinic.be\/en\/laser-treatment-contraindications-precautions-and-skin-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"Laser treatment: contraindications, precautions and skin preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Laser hair removal is an effective, safe and long-lasting method of permanent hair reduction, when performed under controlled conditions. However, certain medical situations, treatments or behaviors can compromise its effectiveness or present risks. Here’s a complete guide to contraindications, precautions to take, and preparation steps before a medical laser session. <\/p>\n\n
<\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n The laser principle is based on selective photo-thermolysis<\/strong>: the light beam is absorbed by the hair’s melanin, conducting heat to the bulb and destroying it. Any condition that alters this light\/skin\/hair interaction must be carefully assessed. <\/p>\n\n Some treatments increase skin sensitivity to light:<\/p>\n\n Do<\/strong>: always inform your practitioner of all current medications, including those taken on an occasional basis. A prior medical assessment is essential. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n Although no studies have shown a direct risk to the fetus, pregnancy and<\/strong>breast-feeding are generally contraindications in principle<\/strong>. In addition, hormonal fluctuations can alter the response to treatment. It is therefore advisable to wait until the end of this period before starting a protocol. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n Tanned skin contains more melanin, which increases the amount of energy absorbed at the skin’s surface, and therefore :<\/p>\n\n Laser treatment makes the skin temporarily more sensitive. It is essential to : <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n The laser requires the hair to be present in the follicle. If the hair has been removed (waxing, tweezing or epilating), the laser no<\/strong>longer has a target<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n Shaving<\/strong> cuts the hair at the surface, but leaves the hair shaft in the follicle, rich in melanin, intact:<\/p>\n\n Shave the treated area 24 to 48 hours before the session<\/strong>. This : <\/p>\n\n Before each session, it is crucial to report any changes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n Good communication with your practitioner ensures that the protocol is adapted to your situation and that the treatment is safe.<\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n\n Laser hair removal is an effective method, but it can’t be improvised. Knowing the contraindications<\/strong>, respectingsun exposure<\/strong> times<\/strong>, preparing the skin properly<\/strong> and communicating with your practitioner<\/strong> are the pillars of a successful treatment. Laser hair removal is an effective, safe and long-lasting method of permanent hair reduction, when performed under controlled conditions. However, certain medical situations, treatments or behaviors can compromise its effectiveness or present risks. Here’s a complete guide to contraindications, precautions to take, and preparation steps before a medical laser session. Contraindications to laser hair removal […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3351,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[47],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4136","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-laser-hair-removal"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/figure>\n\n
Contraindications to laser hair removal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
Photosensitizing drugs: a risk of burning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Skin diseases, recent scars and tattoos<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Laser hair removal and pregnancy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Sun and laser hair removal: an absolute incompatibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
Why is tanning dangerous before a laser session?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Recommendations<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n
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After the session: protecting fragile skin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Preparing the skin: a key factor for success<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
Forget wax and tweezers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Why is shaving recommended?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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When to shave?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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State of health: inform, always<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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In short: anticipate for optimum results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
At Novaskin Clinic, each protocol is personalized, based on a rigorous preliminary assessment and support throughout the treatment. Because lasting results depend above all on safety. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"