The most common side effects of laser hair removal treatments are: Blisters Burns The easiest way to avoid these complications is to know the type of laser that is most well suited for your condition. We are not talking about the brand name, but the type. The three most common types of lasers for hair... more
Laser hair risks: what are they?
I have heard horror stories about people ending up scarred by laser hair removal and even overdosing on the numbing cream used pre-treatment. What other risks don't I know about, and how can I make sure this doesn't happen to me?
2 answers to “Laser hair risks: what are they?”
A: Avoiding bad laser hair outcomes
The easiest way to avoid or at least reduce your risk for complications associated with laser treatments is to know who is performing your procedure and their experience. Always ask: how many of these procedures that they have performed? who trained them in this procedure? what complications they have... more
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