Laser Hair Removal

• Avoid tanning, intentional sun exposure and self-tanner before your treatment. Contact us if the area is tanned or sunburned, as your appointment may need to be rescheduled.

• Shave the treatment area before your appointment according to the instructions provided by your BUB provider.

• Do not wax, tweeze or use an epilator between appointments. The follicle must remain present for the laser to target it.

• Arrive with clean, dry skin free from lotions, oils, deodorant and self-tanner on the treatment area.

• Avoid irritating or exfoliating the area immediately before treatment.

• Tell your provider about medications, supplements, recent procedures and changes to your health.

• Do not stop a prescribed medication unless instructed by the healthcare professional who prescribed it.

Treated hairs may gradually shed over the following one to three weeks. Allow this to happen naturally. Once the skin feels calm, you may shave if needed, but do not wax, tweeze or pull the hairs.

Laser hair removal is cleared for permanent hair reduction, not a guarantee that every hair will disappear forever. Following a recommended series, many clients experience significantly less hair, with remaining growth often becoming finer and slower.

Hormonal changes can stimulate new growth, so occasional maintenance treatments may be recommended.

Most clients begin with a series of six to eight treatments. The exact number and spacing depend on the treatment area, hair-growth cycle, hair characteristics, hormones and individual response.

Facial areas may be treated at shorter intervals, while areas such as the legs or back may require longer intervals. Your BUB provider will create an appropriate schedule for you.

Most clients describe the sensation as mild to moderate heat with quick pulses. Discomfort is brief and well-tolerated.

Many facial and body areas can be treated, including the underarms, legs, external bikini area, back, chest, abdomen, feet and selected areas of the face.

Laser cannot be used directly over tattoos or too close to the eyes. Your provider will confirm whether the requested area can be treated safely.

Laser hair removal relies on pigment within the hair to absorb the laser energy. It generally works best on brown or black hair.

Blonde, red, grey and white hair may respond poorly or not at all. A consultation and, when appropriate, a test spot can help determine whether treatment is likely to benefit you.

Laser hair removal may significantly reduce unwanted pigmented hair for clients with PCOS, but it does not treat the underlying hormonal cause.

Additional sessions and ongoing maintenance may be required because hormonal changes can continue to stimulate new growth. Your plan will be personalized according to your needs and response.

Mild redness, swelling, or warmth is common and typically resolves within a short period. Treated hair will shed gradually over 1 to 2 weeks.

Having access to both Alexandrite and Nd:YAG technology allows us to customize treatments for a wide range of skin tones. However, suitability also depends on recent sun exposure, current tanning, hair colour, medications and the treatment area.

Every client is assessed individually before treatment.

Laser treatment is generally deferred during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Pregnancy and postpartum are a time of significant hormonal change, healing and adjustment. While your body is focused on growing and nourishing new life, we believe elective laser treatments can wait.

Hormonal fluctuations can also change hair growth, skin sensitivity and treatment response, making results less predictable. We generally recommend waiting until breastfeeding has ended and you are approximately 8–12 months postpartum before beginning or resuming treatment.

When you’re ready to return, we’ll reassess your skin, hair growth and treatment plan to make sure the timing is right for you.