Mild redness
It may resemble a mild sun reaction and should gradually fade.
Laser hair removalaftercare
After treatment, avoid overheating or rubbing the skin, protect exposed areas from the sun, and let treated hairs shed naturally.
Keep it cool
Gentle care
SPF 30+
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Quick aftercare plan
Right awayCool if needed
First 24 hoursAvoid heat and friction
While skin feels sensitivePause active skincare
Use SPF 30+On exposed areas
What is usually normal after treatment
Your skin may look or feel slightly different for a short time. The reaction usually eases over the first few hours and can last for 1–3 days.
Slight swelling
Small dots or bumps around the hairs can be visible immediately after treatment.
Warmth and sensitivity
The area may feel warmer or more sensitive to touch during the first few hours.
The reaction should become milder, not stronger. If you are unsure, take a photo of the area and contact a Citiwell specialist.
The first 24 hours: four simple rules
Your specialist’s individual advice always comes first. If you were not given specific instructions, follow this simple plan.
Cool the area if it helps
Apply a cool compress over a clean cloth for short periods. Do not place ice directly on the skin.
Use lukewarm, not hot, water
Wash the area gently with your hands and a fragrance-free cleanser. Do not scrub it with a sponge, towel, or exfoliant.
Do not overheat the skin
For 24 hours, avoid hot baths, saunas, and swimming pools. Skip exercise if it causes intense heat, sweating, or friction.
Pause active products
Until the skin settles, avoid deodorant, perfume, alcohol-based lotions, acids, retinoids, exfoliants, and makeup on the treated area.
What happens to the hair next
Results are not instant. Treated hairs shed gradually, and each area follows its own timeline.
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The first few days
The hairs may look unchanged or seem to keep growing. Do not pull them out.
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Usually within 2–3 weeks
Treated hairs gradually leave the follicles and shed on their own. Timing can vary between areas.
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Between appointments
Once the skin has fully settled, you may shave. Do not remove hairs from the root.
Between appointments
You do not need to keep checking the skin. Simply leave the hair root intact for the next session and avoid irritating the area.
You can
- Shave when the skin feels comfortable.
- Use depilatory cream once the skin has fully settled and tolerates it well.
- Use gentle, fragrance-free skincare without active ingredients.
- Follow the interval recommended by your specialist.
Avoid
- Waxing, sugaring, epilators, and tweezers because they remove hair from the root.
- Harsh exfoliants and vigorous rubbing until the skin has settled.
- Shortening the interval between appointments on your own.
Questions and answers
Can I shower after treatment?
Yes. During the first 24 hours, use lukewarm rather than hot water. Wash with your hands and avoid sponges or vigorous rubbing.
When can I use deodorant or makeup again?
Once redness and sensitivity have settled. It is usually best to wait for the first 24 hours unless your specialist advised otherwise.
What should I apply to the skin after treatment?
Panthenol or another soothing product recommended by your specialist. Do not try new active products on sensitive skin.
When can I return to exercise, the sauna, and swimming?
After the first 24 hours and once the skin has fully settled. If warmth, redness, or sensitivity remains, wait longer.
Can I shave regrowing hair?
Yes, once the skin has fully settled and shaving feels comfortable.
Can I use depilatory cream between sessions?
Yes, once the skin has fully settled and tolerates the product well. Follow the label and stop if you feel discomfort.
Can I wax, sugar, epilate, or tweeze?
No. These methods remove hair from the root and may reduce the effectiveness of the next treatment.
When can I exfoliate?
Only after the skin has fully settled. Start gently and do not rub the treated area.
Why did the hairs not fall out immediately?
This is normal. Treated hair shafts leave the follicles gradually. Noticeable shedding often happens within 2–3 weeks, although timing depends on the area.
Can I sunbathe or use a tanning bed?
Avoid sunbathing and tanning beds for the period advised by your specialist. Protect exposed areas with clothing and SPF 30+.
Can I change the interval between sessions myself?
No. The interval depends on the area and hair growth, so agree any change with your specialist.
What should I do if something concerns me after treatment?
Message us on WhatsApp or Viber and attach a photo if possible. A specialist will check the details and suggest the next step.
Not sure whether your reaction is normal?
If anything concerns you after treatment or you have an aftercare question, message us in your preferred app. A specialist will help.
These are general recommendations. Individual instructions from your Citiwell specialist take priority. This page does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.