I reviewed your photo, and unfortunately, patient satisfaction with laser hair removal is less in those with Fitzpatrick Type IV skin-color. You would need to be treated at lower settings, and strict sun-avoidance would be imperative. Your darker skin also increases the possibility of...
You might benefit from short-term use of a high-potency topical steroid cream for a few days. You should see a dermatologist to discuss this further. Hydrocortisone is fine but it is weak and may not provide sufficient relief. The key is not to scratch at the area which could...
Potential risks of laser hair removal include burns even when optimal laser treatment parameters are used. This can lead to temporary or even permanent hypo-pigmentation or hyper-pigmentation. To help prevent this, my recommendations for treatment of burns in the skin are as follows:
1. Keep...
