I had a treatment for laser hair removal yesterday and now have a burn. Is this permanent?

March 30, 2009
Asked By:rs9467 in uk

I had a treatment for laser hair removal a yesterday and am very worried i may be permanently scared or discoloured. I guess the Alexandrite laser was set at too high! I have attached a picture and would love to get some advice on how bad the damage is and what i can do to get back to normal if possible. Unfortunately it seems anyone with or without training can perform the treatment. I wish i knew this before and hope I am not damaged for life.

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July 12, 2017

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Answer: LASER hair burn

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