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Burn After Laser Hair Removal ?!
asked 10 months ago by midnidhtangel in Wasilla, AK
Latest answer by Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
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Tags: 1 day post-op, burning, red spot
Hello I had my second laser treatment on my face today side burns , chin , upper lip ! While there were no effects the first time today I left with marks on my side burns / cheeks !The burning sensation has almost completely gone away now 3h later but deep red marks are still showing on both sides ! Nothing on my chin or upper lip ! used was a Nd:YAG scanner same setting as the first time ! Are these spots burns and are they are going to go away ? Please help ! Thank you very much !!
1 answer to Burn After Laser Hair Removal ?!
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Redness after laser hair removal does not always mean burn
These are not necessarily burns, but may be inflammation from the laser which can be a normal side effect and nothing to worry about. However, if blisters develop then I would favor that some burning may have taken place. If blisters develop then I would recommend that you absolutely DO NOT pop the blisters. Cool compresses can help. An urticarial reaction (think peanut allergy or hives) is sometimes a reaction from laser hair removal and nothing to sorry about it....
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Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon