Laser Hair Removal is fine when used cautiously

Hassan Galadari, 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?


Hassan Galadari, MD
8 months ago

Any injury to the skin can potentially have adverse effects if the patient is on Accutane, be it a simple nick or a cut. Though the procedure is preferable than say shaving during the time of treatment I usually turn the fluence (laser energy parameter) much less in order to minimize the possibility of any burns that might occur from the laser, especially on darker skin.

I would also recommend seeing a dermatologist first before undergoing laser treatment if on Accutane. Aestheticians or beauticians do not know the effects of the drug on the skin and if adverse events do occur may not know how to correct them.

Hope this answers your question.

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