A little prep. A smoother appointment.

4 to 6 weeks before

Do not wax, tweeze, sugar or thread the treatment area. Laser needs the hair roots in place. Keep avoiding these methods throughout your treatment series.

10 days before

Avoid tanning, tanning beds, self-tanner, spray tans and tanning lotions.

Prickly does not perform treatment within 10 days of taking photosensitizing medications, such as certain antibiotics. Tell us about all medications. Do not stop prescribed medication to keep an appointment. Contact us to arrange your treatment timing.

7 days before

Avoid sun exposure on the treatment area. Tell us about any recent tan or sunburn. Protect exposed skin with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher.

5 days before

Stop retinol products and other topical creams on the treatment area. Contact us about your products and check with your prescriber before pausing a prescribed cream.

3 days before, if needed

If you are prone to cold sores or herpes outbreaks, arrange your prescribed antiviral plan. Prickly’s instructions require antiviral medication 3 days before and 3 days after treatment for clients who need this prevention.

Before your appointment

Closely shave the treatment area before your appointment. Exfoliate before treatment as directed in your Prickly care instructions.