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Is It Protocol to Use Some Type of Gel Before Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

asked 4 months ago by Krissy84 in Laure, Md
Latest answer by Jacqueline Calkin, MD
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Tags: 2 weeks post-op, burn, gel, protocol

I got burned from a laser hair removal treatment about 2 weeks ago. I believe it was because the nurse performing the treatment didnt use any type of lubricant she just put the hand held laser beam on my legs completely bare. My legs look awful and I'm very depressed my scars are healing a little but I think it may be permanent.

3 answers to Is It Protocol to Use Some Type of Gel Before Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

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Burns after laser hair removal

Some lasers require gel and some don't. You need to see the doctor for follow up. You can also consider a second opinion by an experienced specialist if you are not comfortable with the office where you had the treatment. Go to the American Society for Lasers in Surgery and Medicine and find a member in your area.
Jacqueline Calkin, MD

Sacramento Dermatologic Surgeon
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Burns from laser hair removal

Most of the lasers used for hair removal do not require the use of a gel. We use the GentleMAX laser by Candela which protects the skin during treatment by spraying a cryogen onto the skin a fraction of a second before each laser pulse. Laser hair removal can cause burns on the skin for various reasons which may occur even when optimal laser treatment parameters are used. Fortunately they are usually superficial and rarely cause scarring. Be careful to use a good sunscreen to protect... more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

dorsetstreetdermatology.com

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Laser Hair Removal and Gel

Not all laser hair removal machines require gel application prior to use. Burns on the legs can take some time to heal. Please return to the place where you received the treatment so that your burns/marks may be evaluated and treated properly.
Sheri G. Feldman, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist

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