Eyebrow Hair Loss After IPL

June 16, 2009
Asked By:debbi01 in PA

I had IPL in March to correct red capillaries left by "Vitalize" chemical peel that I had a month earlier. I asked the nurse if I should cover my eyebrows, as years ago I had hair removal done between my brows, and the nurse had me cover my brows with cotton to prevent hair loss. This time, I was told that this was a different laser (I assumed since it targeted veins and not hair) and I didn't need to cover my brows. She did a few pulses and I went home.Then, about a month ago, my eyebrow hair started to gradually fall out. It has gotten more noticeable and I am very upset. Is it possible for the IPL to have affected my eyebrows since they weren't covered? If so, will the hair stop falling out and grow back? Any assistance you can give is much appreciated. Thank you.

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June 17, 2009

Answer: Your eyebrow hair may return after IPL.

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Answer: Your eyebrow hair may return after IPL.

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June 16, 2009

Answer: Other possiblities

June 16, 2009

Answer: Other possiblities

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