San Jose Morgan Hill Have you been considering undergoing laser hair removal to get that silky-smooth skin you’ve always wanted? Want to put an end to that embarrassing body hair that makes you reluctant to remove your shirt when you’re at the beach?
Then it’s time to schedule your laser hair removal procedure at our Palo Alto plastic surgery clinic, Illuminate Plastic Surgery.
One of the benefits of laser hair removal is that it greatly reduces your time between shaves; for some patients, laser hair removal completely removes the hair follicle.
Patients often ask the following question to best prepare for their laser hair removal treatments.
“When Should I Stop Shaving?”
When you’re getting ready for your laser hair removal procedure, make sure you shave the night before or the morning of your treatment. The reason for this precaution is simple – you want to remove as much hair as possible so that it doesn’t absorb most of the laser’s energy.
When shaving, try to get as much of the hair follicle as possible. If you were unable to shave your hair or couldn’t remove enough, your laser hair removal technician can remove the rest of it before your treatment.
Make sure you don’t shave immediately before your Palo Alto laser hair removal treatment, as this increases the odds for inflammation and swelling.
“What Else Should I Do?”
In addition to shaving before your treatment, make sure you wear sunscreen when going outside. You should also avoid tanning and using any kind of tanning lotion or spray.
After your laser hair removal treatment, you should avoid putting on perfumes and taking hot showers for at least 24 hours.
SculpSure Contouring in Palo Alto
Want to get silky smooth skin in as little as three months?* Clients in Palo Alto, CA, can contact Illuminate Plastic Surgery for more information on Palo Alto laser hair removal treatments, as well as what you should do before undergoing your procedure. Call (650) 433-8621 today to set up a consultation with Dr. David Boudreault.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Carrie Evanger, FNP-BC
Carrie Evanger, FNP-BC is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of nursing experience. She has advanced training in medical aesthetics, injectable treatments, medical-grade skincare, and Sciton laser technology. At Illuminate Plastic Surgery, Carrie provides customized aesthetic and anti-aging treatments for patients throughout Silicon Valley, including San Jose and Morgan Hill, with a focus on natural-looking, confidence-boosting results.
Carrie specializes in advanced injectable treatments including Botox®, Dysport®, Sculptra®, dermal filler, lip filler, and full facial balancing designed to soften signs of aging while preserving each patient’s natural features and facial harmony. She also performs advanced laser and energy-based treatments including BBL® HERO™, Moxi®, Halo®, Sciton® TriBrid™, Discovery Pico®, and Ultherapy® nonsurgical skin tightening treatments. Her expertise includes treatments designed to improve pigmentation, redness, sun damage, acne scarring, skin texture, skin laxity, collagen production, and tattoo removal while helping patients achieve healthier, more youthful-looking skin. Carrie also incorporates customized medical-grade skincare regimens into treatment plans to support long-term skin health and optimize aesthetic results.
Known for her approachable personality, artistic eye, and attention to detail, Carrie creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s skin concerns, aesthetic goals, and long-term skin health. Her aesthetic philosophy focuses on achieving refreshed, balanced, and natural results through preventative aesthetic medicine and evidence-based treatments.
With a strong clinical background and a Master’s degree in Nursing Education, Carrie combines advanced medical knowledge with the latest innovations in aesthetic medicine to provide safe, effective, and results-driven treatments. Her years of nursing experience, passion for patient education, and commitment to continued learning allow her to create personalized treatment plans while helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident throughout every stage of their aesthetic journey.
As part of the expert team at Illuminate Plastic Surgery, Carrie works alongside leading aesthetic providers and board-certified plastic surgeons to deliver advanced cosmetic injectables, laser skin rejuvenation, and non-surgical aesthetic treatments using the industry’s most innovative technologies. Patients across Silicon Valley trust Carrie for her meticulous approach, conservative recommendations, and ability to deliver subtle, beautiful results that enhance natural beauty without looking overdone.
At Illuminate we’re with you during every step of your journey toward greater self-confidence. Schedule a consultation with us today and let Illuminate’s expert team listen to your concerns and guide you through treatments and procedures to help you reach your individual goals. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating your renewed appearance and realized potential.
