Laser · 3 min read ·
How long before a holiday should I have laser?
Timing laser around sun holidays to stay safe.
Quick answer: Leave at least two weeks between laser and a sun holiday, and two weeks after returning before your next session, keeping treated areas covered or protected with SPF 50.
Before you go
Two weeks gap after laser hair removal.
Pigmentation laser
Avoid entirely before sun holidays; best in winter.
While away
SPF 50 and cover treated areas.
When you return
Wait until any tan fades before the next session.
Common questions
Can I shave on holiday during my course?
Yes, shaving is fine. Avoid waxing.
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Written by the Skin Deep Aesthetics clinical team, 6 Carlisle Road, Derry. This article is general information, not medical advice. Book a consultation for advice about your own skin.
