Thanks for your question. It is a good one. Nd:YAG is the safest hair removal laser for darker skin types. There are other lasers that are more targeted and more efficient at removing hair, but in regards to preventing loss of skin color, the Nd:YAG would be better than these other two (Diode and Alexandrite... more
Laser hair removal for Indian skin?
I am of Indian origin and was considering IPL/ND Yag laser for my skin. I am skin type 4-5. I have heard of constraints in both the types
- ND Yag is not good for long term (>6 months)
- IPL was not originally created for hair removal and I am not sure of its effect on Indian skin.
Please suggest the best hair removal method for me.
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