A test spot first is a good idea

Mary Lupo, MD answers: Accutane and Laser Hair Removal

I took Accutane for 6 weeks and stopped. I will not be continuing with it  anymore. Can I have laser hair removal on my chin area, say in 2 months?


Mary Lupo, MD
8 months ago
By Mary Lupo, MD - New Orleans Dermatologist

While laser hair removal is a non-ablative procedure, a blister could form if the setting is too high for your skin type. Accutane affects skin healing for several months after discontinuation of a full course (which is 4-6 months). In order to be safe, after a couple of months of such an abbreviated course, a test spot would insure no problems before a full treatmewnt is given.

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