Laser Hair Removal Aftercare Instructions
A day-by-day recovery guide for laser hair removal: what to expect, how to care for yourself, and when to call. Free to read and print.
Laser Hair Removal recovery, day by day
Important Reminders
- Follow all discharge instructions from your provider
- Take medications as prescribed
- Rest and stay hydrated
Pain Management
- Take prescribed pain medication as directed
- Use ice or heat as recommended
- Contact your provider if pain is not manageable
Recovery
- Continue medications as prescribed
- Gradually increase activity as tolerated
- Eat balanced meals and stay hydrated
Monitoring
- Watch for signs of infection or complications
- Take your temperature twice daily
- Track your symptoms
Continued Recovery
- Follow up with your provider as scheduled
- Gradually return to normal activities
- Report any concerns to your healthcare team
When to call your provider or 911
- •Fever above 101.5°F (38.6°C) that doesn't respond to medication
- •Uncontrolled bleeding that doesn't stop with pressure
- •Severe pain not managed by prescribed medication
- •Signs of allergic reaction: hives, swelling of face/throat, difficulty breathing
- •Chest pain, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat
When in doubt, call your clinic. For a medical emergency, call 911.
Recovery milestones
- Day 0
Procedure complete
Follow immediate aftercare instructions. Rest and let healing begin.
- Day 3
Early recovery check
Symptoms should be stable or improving. Follow the restrictions your care team gave you.
- Day 7
Recovery progress
Increase activity only as your care team allows and as you feel able.
- Day 11
Follow-up window
Keep any scheduled follow-up and ask before changing restrictions that are still in place.
- Day 14
End-of-window check
Contact your care team if you are not improving as expected.
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