Treatments
Laser consultations and patch testing
Before we treat a single hair we want to know your skin, your hair, your medical history and your goals. A consultation and patch test is how a safe, effective laser course begins.
What happens
We talk through the areas you would like treated, how your hair has behaved and what you have tried. We check your medical history, medication, recent sun exposure and anything that affects suitability. We explain how the Lynton EVOLVE works, what it will feel like, how many sessions to expect and what it will cost. Then we treat a small test area so we can see how your skin responds before your first full session.
Before you come
- Shave the area within 24 hours before your appointment.
- Arrive tan-free: no sun tan, sunbed tan or fake tan on the area. You must be tan-free for both your patch test and your treatments.
- No waxing, plucking, tweezing or threading for four weeks beforehand; shaving is fine.
- Bring a list of any medication, including anything you have recently stopped.
After your patch test
The test area may be slightly pink for a few hours. We will tell you how long to wait before your first full session, so we can be certain of your response.
Free treatment consultations
Laser consultations are free, as are all our treatment consultations. Current appointment options, and the prices for laser courses and sessions, are shown in our online booking system.
Frequently asked questions
Why is a patch test needed?
Every skin responds differently to laser. Treating a small test area first lets us check your response and choose the right settings, so your first full session is both safe and effective.
How long does the appointment take?
Allow time for the consultation, medical questions and the test itself; we will confirm the appointment length when you book.
Can I have my first full session straight after the patch test?
No. We ask you to wait so we can be certain of your skin’s response before treating a larger area. We will confirm the interval at your appointment.
What might make me unsuitable for laser?
Recent sun exposure or fake tan on the area, certain medications, some medical conditions, and hair that is too fair or fine for laser to see. If laser is not right for you, electrolysis usually is, and we offer both.
Do I need to shave before I come?
Please shave the area within 24 hours before your appointment. Do not wax, pluck, tweeze or thread for four weeks beforehand, because laser needs the hair in the follicle to work.
Should I bring anything?
A list of any medication, including anything you have recently stopped, and details of any previous laser or IPL treatment you have had.
Your next step
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