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Will my Laser Hair Removal Burn Heal Without Scars or Hyperpigmentation?

asked 1 year ago by Los Angeles1946 in Los Angeles, Ca.
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: burn, healing, hyperpigmentation, scar

Hi there, A week ago I went to the laser clinic for my 3rd treatment for hair removal and I got burned. This time around it was a different technician and she used the laser on my darker than normal skin (I have brown skin) so this caused me to get burned in that area. I'm concerned because I'm not sure if it will go back to normal. Will I be scarred or be left with different colored spots? How long will it take me to heal? Any help or advise will greatly be appreciated! Picture attached.

2 answers to Will my Laser Hair Removal Burn Heal Without Scars or Hyperpigmentation?

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Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation with laser hair removal

If this area is your face, then there is less risk of permanent hyperpigmentation then when the laserhair removal is done on the legs. Often this is temporary, but with the use of lightening creams and sunscreens there is an expedited improvement. Sometimes doctors will also add Retin A prescription creams or use combination product lightening creams that have the Retina A within it. See a board-certified dermatologist to evaluate your condition.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Will laser hair removal burn leave a scar?

Unfortunately there is no way to tell how this will heal.  Many superficial burns heal without a scar, but it also depends on location of the burn.  Some areas will tend to stay hyperpigmented much longer than others. What do you mean by "used the laser on my darker than normal skin?"  Usually we advise patients not to be exposed to the sun for a month before the procedure so that their skin does not acquire extra pigment.  This extra pigment will make... more
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

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