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Which Hair Removal/reduction Treatment is Better for Brown Asian Skin - IPL or Laser?
I had an IPL patch test done today and I see that I have formed really dark brown/ blackish spots on my underarm skin? I take it that those would be burns? So does that mean IPL isnt suitable for me, and so should I go for laser?
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IPL does not work for laser hair removal
Dark skinned individuals seeking laser hair removal should use a long pulsed nd yag laser. It is the safest and most effective laser for dark skin. IPL is not a good choice for laser hair removal for anyone regarless of skin color. Light to medium skinned people will do better with an alexandrite laser
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Avoid IPL for hair removal for your skin type
Since you have a darker complexion, you should avoid IPL for hair removal. A long-pulsed Yag laser would be better suited for your skin type and a patch test should be done first to see how your skin reacts. You must not be tanned before your treatment and must avoid sun after your treatment.
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