Laser
Laser hair removal
Diode + Alexandrite hair reduction with mandatory patch test.
We treat with a calibrated dual-wavelength platform appropriate for Fitzpatrick II–V. Every new patient receives a free patch test 7 days before the first full session — no exceptions, even if you have lasered elsewhere.
Device used
Candela GentleMax Pro Plus (FDA-cleared)
Adults seeking long-term hair reduction on legs, underarms, bikini, face (excluding eyebrow).
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients, anyone with active tan within 4 weeks, anyone on photosensitising medication (e.g. isotretinoin in last 6 months).
Step-by-step protocol
What actually happens in the room.
Not marketing steps. This is the approved sequence followed for this service at the October branch.
Practitioner washes, gloves, opens single-use kit in front of you.
Practitioner washes, gloves, opens single-use kit in front of you. Disinfects working surfaces with hospital-grade solution.
You watch the kit being opened. Nothing on the trolley is reused.
Kit serial number and expiry are entered into your file before use.
Recovery timeline
Honest recovery timeline.
- 0 — same dayMild warmth and pinkness for up to 4 hours. Cooling gel provided.
- Day 1–3Treated hair sheds. No scrubbing, no hot water, no sun.
- Day 4–7Skin returns fully to baseline. SPF 50 mandatory if any sun exposure.
- Week 2Follow-up message from the clinic to check on you. You can request a call instead.
Informed consent points
Informed consent.
- I have completed a patch test or am scheduling one before any full session.
- I have not had unprotected sun exposure in the last 4 weeks.
- I understand laser cannot guarantee 100% permanent removal.
- I have read the recovery timeline above.
Before you book
Read the protocol again. Then book.
Read the protocol for the treatment you are considering. We require it.
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