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| Preparation for the Procedure |  Before the procedure of the laser hair removal, you should meet with your doctor to discuss the factors that determine whether the procedure is likely to work well for you. As a rule this meeting includes:
- Your medical history
Your doctor will ask questions about conditions you have or have had, as well as any medications you are taking.
- Photographs
Photographs will be taken from different angles of the area that must be treated. Your doctor uses these photos for before-and-after assessments and long-term reviews.
- A discussion of possible risks, and expectations in general
You and your doctor will discuss risks and benefits of the procedure. He/she explains what laser hair removal can and can't do for you and what your results might be.
If you have a tan from sun exposure or sunless tanning products, you must wait until the tan fades completely before undergoing the procedure of the laser hair removal. You should know that tan increases your risk of side effects like blistering and discoloration. You should avoid sun exposure four to six weeks before treatment.
Remember that laser hair removal is effective only on short, visible hair. Two to three days before the procedure, you have to shave the area to be treated, and let it grow to stubble. Avoid waxing or plucking the hair and electrolysis three weeks before the procedure.
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