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How Safe is Laser Hair Removal for Fair Skin?

asked 7 months ago by chloexox in Toronto, ON
Latest answer by Steve Laverson, MD
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Tags: candidate, fair skin, sensitive skin

I have blue eyes, brown hair, alabaster skin, burn easily, some freckles on face/areas exposed to sun but none on areas that aren't exposed) The hair (full legs, bikini line, underarms) is nearly black, I know I have "ideal" skin/hair for treatment, but I'm not looking to take any risk getting laser and ending up with some skin condition or burn. Shaving irritates my sensitive skin and my hair grows within hours. How safe is it in terms of side effects/burning/permanent issues?

6 answers to How Safe is Laser Hair Removal for Fair Skin?

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Laser Hair Reduction is safe for fair skin

You are correct in that you are the “perfect candidate” for this treatment, light skin and dark hair is the best combination. As with any laser treatment there will always be a risk of complications. The best advice is to research the facility your choosing to use, the equipment they are using and how long the technician has been doing these treatments.
Steve Laverson, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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How safe is laser hair removal for fair skin? Help!

Laser hair removal For fair skin is ideal.fair skin provides no competition for the laser energy so it can be all utilized to take care of the hair and the hairbulb. When laser energy is delivered to the skin, pigmented skin can absorb some of the energy possibly increasing the risk for burn and reducing the energy going to the hair with a less than ideal outcome. The best patients for this procedure do have fair skin and dark hair. Light or fair colored hair is always more difficult to treat. more
Joseph Hunstad, MD

Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
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Laser hair removal safe for all types of skin

Laser hair removal is very safe and predictable if performed by an experienced technician in a doctor's office. Avoid tanning during the duration of your treatments.
Donna Rich, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Safety of Laser Hair Removal

Yes, light skin is ideal for getting the best results from Laser Hair Removal. Even though every procedure has its risks, these risks are minimal for laser hair removal when done in an experienced, reputable physicians office. Risks include bruising, redness, blistering, increased or decreased pigmentation, and swelling in the treated areas. These usually do not last more than a few days and permanent side effects or scarring are rare. Here are some guidelines I recommend for optimal... more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

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Safety of Laser Hair Removal

Yes, you are the ideal candidate for laser hair removal and should have no problems with the procedure if it is done in a reputable office by an experienced technician. Start with your bikini or underarms first and see how it goes. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
Sheri G. Feldman, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist
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Laser Hair Removal...

If you go to an experienced an reputable office that does many laser hair removal treatments you should be fine. Unfortunately, there are always risks and no guarantees. Be sure to not use any self tanners or get a tan 1 to 2 weeks prior or after any treatments and you should be fine. Good luck. Dr. Grant Stevens
Grant Stevens, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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