Skin Care Before & After
Simple rules that make every laser hair removal session more effective — and keep your skin happy in the Bali sun.
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Two weeks before, two weeks after — on a calendar
Same rules as below, laid out by date. Only one of them is a hard rule; the rest make the session work better.
| 14 days before | Start SPF30+ on any treated area that sees sun | ideally |
|---|---|---|
| 10 days before | Stop wax, sugaring and bleaching. Razor only from here | ideally |
| 2 days before | Shave with a razor | ideally |
| Before the session | No scrubs on the treatment areas — they damage the skin | ideally |
| First days after | No beach, no sunbathing on treated areas | strictly |
| Days 2–3 after | Wait this long before shaving again | ideally |
| Days 5–10 after | Treated hair falls away on its own. Don’t pull it | |
| First 14 days after | SPF30+ and moisturizer on sun-exposed treated areas | ideally |
Two ingredients to keep off the treated areas after a session: retinol and glycolic acid. Use moisturizing and soothing creams instead.
Why sunscreen matters more here than at home
Bali sits eight degrees from the equator, and sun exposure here isn’t only the beach.
The scooter counts
Twenty minutes a day puts real sun on your arms and legs — often the very areas you’re treating.
Sunscreen doesn’t last the day
Heat, sweat and humidity mean reapplying it, not putting it on once in the morning and forgetting about it.
The days that don’t feel like beach days often are
Waterfalls, volcano sunrises, boat trips, rice terraces — all of them are full sun for hours.
That’s the reason behind the rule above: SPF30+ for 2 weeks before, and 2 weeks after.
Before the treatment
- Start using SPF30+ on treated areas exposed to sun — at least 2 weeks in advance.
- Shave with a razor 2 days before so there's a small regrowth on the day. If you didn't manage to, we'll shave the area for you at the studio, free — it's part of the treatment.
- No wax, sugaring or bleaching — ideally for 10 days before. If you waxed more recently, we'll still treat you; the laser will just work less well.
- Don't scrub the treatment areas — it damages the skin.
- We don't treat during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with certain health conditions — ask us if unsure.
After the treatment
- SPF30+ and moisturizer on sun-exposed treated areas for at least 2 weeks.
- Let treated hair fall away naturally within 5–10 days. Don't pull it; shaving after 2–3 days is fine.
- Avoid creams with retinol or glycolic acid — use moisturizing and soothing creams instead.
- Skip the beach and sunbathing on treated areas for the first days — your skin will thank you.
Not sure about your case?
Medication, skin conditions, a fresh tan — write to us, we will answer before you book.
Tell us beforehand, not on the day
A fresh tan, a sunburn, a medication or a skin condition can all change what’s safe to do on the day. Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll answer before you book.
Two things we won’t work around.
Fresh sunburn
It would hurt, so we don’t treat over it.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
We don’t treat, and we’ll say so straight away.
Quick answers
How should I prepare?
Shave the area 2 days before — razor only; if you didn't manage to, we'll shave it at the studio, free. No wax or sugaring, ideally for 10 days before. Avoid scrubs, and use SPF30+ on exposed areas for 2 weeks before.
What about aftercare?
SPF30+ and moisturizer for 2 weeks; avoid retinol and glycolic acid creams right after; let hair fall out naturally.
Can I do it if I'm pregnant?
We don't treat during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with certain health conditions — ask us on WhatsApp if unsure.
Can I shave between sessions?
As often as you like. Shaving is the one method that leaves the follicle in place, and that’s exactly what the laser needs.
When can I go back to the beach?
Skip the beach and sunbathing on treated areas for the first few days — this is the one rule we won’t bend, because sun on freshly treated skin burns faster. After that, SPF30+, and reapply it through the day.
Why no wax or sugaring?
They pull the hair out by the root, which leaves the laser nothing to aim at. A razor takes only what’s above the skin. 10 days before your first session is the ideal gap.
I forgot to shave. Should I reschedule?
No. We shave the area at the studio, free, with a disposable razor. If you’re already shaved, we skip that step.
Can I move my appointment?
Yes — message the administrator on WhatsApp, ideally at least 2 hours before. No fees, no penalties; we only ask you to avoid it — that slot could have gone to someone else.
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