Hypopigmentation from Laser Hair Removal Burns

asked 3 years ago by MSM in Tulsa, OK
Latest answer by Harold J. Kaplan, MD
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Tags: 6 months post-op, burn, hypopigmentation

I had laser hair removal on my arm almost 6 months ago. The burn areas have healed, but now I am left with white areas that will not fade or tan. Is there anything that can be done to fix this embarrassing mistake?

2 answers to Hypopigmentation from Laser Hair Removal Burns

Unfortunately your options are limited.

Thanks for your question. It is unfortunate that you went through a burn experience with laser hair removal and have been left with what we term, "post-inflammatory hypopigmentation" and possibly some scarring. It is very common to be left with some hypopigmentation after this procedure if there is a degree of burning involved, but if there was scabbing and wound healing involved, then it is very possible that some degree of scarring has resulted. In the case of post-inflammatory... more

Don Mehrabi, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologist

Fixing white scars after Laser Hair Removal

Hi MSM. "Hypopigmented" or white are an unfortunate potential side effect of laser hair removal treatments that occurs when the laser or settings are not correct for your skin type. Although these types of scars are tough to treat, there is hope and we do have a suggestion for you. We're not sure if any dermatologists in your area have the "Excimer" laser, but call around as much as you can to find it. The Excimer laser is used to repigment the skin patients that have... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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