I moisturized my legs with Nivea about 14 hours before my lasering my legs for the first time ... is it okay to still laser?

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J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question in regards to laser hair removal. Yes. Just advise your provider that you have lotion on. Any products including lotions, self-tanners, etc. should be removed prior to your treatment sessions regardless. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.

Susan Fox, DO, RPVI · Answer

Hello, yes that's not a problem.  I usually tell my clients not to put anything on right before hair removal since I'm just going to wipe it off but after 14 hours most of it should be absorbed and anything remaining will be wiped off.

Jean M. Casello, MD · Answer

Yes it is okay to get laser hair removal after using a moisturizer.  The skin will be cleansed at the time of your appointment to remove the lotion that is left.  We usually advise our patients not to apply any products before their appointment as it will be removed.

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