Lasers are not effective for gray or white hair

William Groff, DO answers: Laser hair removal for salt and pepper facial hair?

I am 58 years old and have partially gray hair. The hair on my face is quite dense and mixed dark and white waxing is not for me and at this point I am forced to shave every day. Is there a laser hair removal treatment that would be effective? If not, would electrolysis work?


William Groff, DO
11 months ago
By William Groff, DO - La Jolla Dermatologist

There is still no reliable laser treatment that can predictably remove gray, white or blonde hair.  Using a dye to change the hair color to black doesn't work either.  Lasers would be an excellent choice for treating your darker "pepper" hair.  

Electrolysis is going to be your best alternative for the "salt" colored hair, but it is uncomfortable, requires many treatments, and can be costly. 

Take care, Dr. Groff

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