I went for 4 or more sessions at American Laser who use GentleMax Pro and I saw increased hair growth on my chin, neck and sides. I am an asian with brown skin. I am wondering if I need to go to a more professional skin care specialist and get my skin diagonosed or is laser not for my skin type.
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I have the GentleMax Pro machine by Candela/Syneron; I believe that this
machine is gold standard in hair removal. This machine has a dual wavelength
that contains the Alexandrite and the Nd:Yag technologies. Having both
wavelengths allows me to treat all skin types. The Alex should...
I would notify the practicioner who did your treatment and let them know what happened so they can address it with you. It's best to wait 3-4 weeks after sun exposure to have a laser hair removal treatment done. I would keep using aquaphor to help keep a barrier over your burns and keep an S...
I agree with Dr. Dickerson, shaving after laser hair removal has no effect on the outcome. However, depending on the sight, shaving one to two weeks prior to the laser hair removal treatment can actually improve your outcome.The papilla with be thicker and have more contrast from your skin...