Laser Hair Removal Aftercare (SHR / IPL)
Thank you for choosing Perfact Brow! It's important to follow your post-care instructions after SHR/IPL hair reduction. These steps protect your skin and help you get the best results.
Do & Don't
✓ Do
- Stay out of the sun as much as possible for 48 hours after treatment.
- Apply SPF 30 sunscreen before going outdoors for 48–96 hours.
- Apply ice if needed to calm warmth or redness.
- Shave (don't wax or pluck) between sessions if needed.
- Keep sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Most areas need about 6 or more.
✗ Don't
- Overheat your body for 48 hours: no exercise, steam, hot baths or long hot showers.
- Do other strenuous activities for 48 hours.
- Tan or get sunburned before or after treatment.
- Wax, pluck or thread the treated area between sessions.
Timeline
| 0–48 hours | Stay out of the sun, no heat or strenuous activity. Ice if needed. |
| 48–96 hours | SPF 30 before going outdoors. |
| Week 4–6 | Next session. Book with your technician. |
When to call: If you have blistering, burns, unusual swelling, or redness or skin color changes that don't settle, contact us at 336-774-3094 or see a healthcare professional.