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Does Shaving Make Your Hair Grow Back Thicker and Faster?

Does shaving make your hair grow back thicker and faster? Is it better to wax?

13 doctor answers | 2 community comments

Laser Hair Removal Vs. Electrolysis - Which is Best?

Can someone reccomend, which process works best. Laser hair removal or electrolysis?

15 doctor answers | 1 community comment

When to Stop Shaving Before Laser Hair Removal?

How close to a Laser Hair Removal treatment should I shave? I am thinking about just letting them shave me right before the laser--will this affect...

9 doctor answers

Laser Hair Removal for Blonde Hair and Fair Skin?

I have fair skin and an abundance of very fine blonde body hair. Are there any Laser treatments appropriate for this skin/hair type?

5 doctor answers

Alexandrite Laser for Underarm Hair Removal?

Is Alexandrite better than Nd: YAG or Diode for Laser hair removal specifically for underarms of someone with mixed Asian/Caucasian...

5 doctor answers

Can Hair Around Breast Nipple Be Removed by Laser?

Embarased by hair on my nipples. can it be taken off entirely without damage to my breast skin?

8 doctor answers

How Long Should I Stay out of the Sun After Laser Hair Removal?

Hello, I received my first laser hair removal treatment for my underarms using the Alexandrite Candela GentleLase laser. The doctor advised me to...

3 doctor answers

Can I Get Laser Hair Removal on my Extended Bikini Including Butt Area?

I'm a woman with PCOS and I have a problem with excess hair in my bikini region that extends to my top inner thigh area, and down into my...

6 doctor answers

Will Laser Hair Removal Help in Preventing Acne?

I know that the cause of acne is overactive sebaceous glands. If I get Laser hair removal, will the glands get damaged in the process? If not, is...

2 doctor answers

IPL Vs Cynosure for Hair Removal?

I am considering Laser hair removal, and I want to know the best laser to use for light brown skin. Please advise. Thank you.

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