Removing unwanted hairs and reducing how often you need to shave is the goal of laser hair removal. Men and women seek laser hair removal to help prevent excessive hair growth in areas like the armpits, bikini lines, back, or legs, but the risks of laser hair removal may stop someone from getting treatment. Receiving laser hair removal from a professional medical center will lower your risk of adverse side effects, but depending on your medical history and skin type, you could still experience negative effects. With any cosmetic procedure, there are risks, especially if you are using certain medications or have existing skin conditions. The risks of laser hair removal are temporary and easy to remedy, but more severe risks can still occur. Let’s look at some of the risks of laser hair removal and if there are ways to avoid them.
Since you are using a high-powered laser, there may be some discomfort during the treatments or immediately after. Minor redness or irritation is ok, but anything beyond that could be a cause for concern. Here are some common side effects that some may experience, but only temporarily.
Hyperpigmentation or Hypopigmentation can happen after multiple laser hair removal appointments. Your skin could become darker or lighter depending on your current skin condition, the type of laser used, and your skin type. Discoloration or pigmentation changes can be frustrating to deal with, especially if this skin is exposed during a special event or summer outing.
Using aloe vera, green tea extract, or apple cider vinegar on the area can help reduce your pigmentation. Make sure to avoid burns or scrubbing the area as that can cause further irritation.
After hair removal, redness and irritation are common. The high-powered laser will damage the hair follicles, which could lead to ingrown hairs or irritation on the surface of your skin. Similar to razor bumps or redness after shaving, this redness will be temporary. While your skin can be irritated after the initial appointment, topical treatments and moisturizer can help reduce itchiness, redness, or further issues as you continue laser treatments.
If you experience lasting effects after your laser appointment, you should consult with a dermatologist. Severe side effects or risks are uncommon when you recieve laser hair removal from a trusted team. Cosmetic procedures will always have more risk than at-home methods or non-invasive techniques like waxing or shaving. Let’s look at some more severe risks that may require intervention from a medical professional.
Crusting, scabbing, or other skin texture changes can be inconvenient for those seeking hair removal. These problems can remain for weeks or months after your treatments, even if you moisturize and utilize skincare methods. Seeing a dermatologist and getting medical-grade skin treatments can help you prevent these skin issues from lasting for years. After you stop laser hair removal treatments, keeping up on skincare routines and moisturizer can help reduce skin texture.
Utilizing a laser on your skin can cause burns or scars. Similar to a sunburn or touching something hot, the laser can burn away the top layer of your skin, resulting in scarring, burn blisters, or peeling. Those with lighter skin tones, sensitive skin, or patients on certain medications may be more prone to burns and scarring. Discuss medications and other skin concerns with the medical provider before beginning the laser removal appointment.
One of the major risks of laser hair removal is infection of the hair follicles. Damaged hair follicles can cause bumps, irritation, scaling, bleeding, or dark spots. Infected hair follicles can be treated by a dermatologist, typically with antibiotic creams or specialized medicine. Healing from these infections could take multiple weeks or months. If you notice infections or an odd texture after a laser hair removal treatment, it is best to avoid at-home remedies and consult with a professional instead. Putting off treatment could lead to the spread of the infection to other areas of your body.
Regeneration Medical Spa offers laser hair removal treatments for men and women to help limit ingrown hairs, excessive shaving, or boost confidence by limiting excessive hair growth. Our removal methods will leave you with smoother, hair-free skin that is easier to manage. Our team can target problematic hairs and work with all skin types in our Ogden, UT, office.
Seeking laser hair removal helps to stop the unwanted hair from growing back and will save you from plucking and shaving in the future. Say goodbye to razor burn and uncomfortable waxing by seeking laser hair removal from our team! Schedule a consultation to get started on your hair removal journey by calling 801-823-2959.
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