Side Effects To Laser Hair Removal?

Are There Any ide Effects To Laser Hair Removal?


Answer: Side effects from laser hair removal include, but are not limited to:

• Incomplete hair removal or regrowth - Some hairs may be resistant to the laser treatment or may regrow after treatment.


• Darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation) - This is usually a temporary condition, but in rare instances, is long lasting or permanent.


• Lightening of the skin (hypopigmentation) - This is of special concern with people who have darker skin. Laser hair treatment is more successful on fair skin, but darker skin also can be treated.


• Blistering and scarring - These rarely occur.


• Changes in the skin texture - These rarely occur.


• Crusting or scabbing - If this occurs, it's temporary.


• Hair changes - New hair growth may be finer and lighter in color. In some cases, new hair may grow in areas adjacent to the treated areas. This can be successfully treated with additional laser treatments.